The best ideas are in the making

Driven by the desire to make things, our philosophy is to push the boundary of what is possible and confidently explore the unconventional, inventive, innovative and artful.

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Promises made are promises kept

At Hierarchy, we specialise in objective-led design. This means that we work closely with you to understand your commercial objectives and develop creative solutions that fit your budget. Our in-house quantity surveyor and construction management team collaborate with our designers to optimise cost and time efficiencies, while also leveraging our established relationships with consultants and contractors to ensure that we set realistic expectations. Our goal is to create a beautiful end result that aligns with your vision and financial goals, achieving the dream: the ‘pretty picture’ you can afford.

Solutions made from scratch

Our full suite of services and partnership with Inovo Project Management covers everything before and beyond the actual design; from idea to execution, feasibility to project delivery and land development to handover. This includes:

  • Feasibility studies
  • Brief development
  • Liaison with territorial authorities
  • Concept design
  • Preliminary and developed design
  • Building consent and construction documentation
  • Contract administration, observation and quality controls
  • Building information modelling

The right people to make the journey

With the guidance and expertise of our Design Director, Chris Wheeler, we have built a reputation for professionalism and a collaborative approach that makes working with us a seamless experience. We're proud to have developed long-standing relationships with many of our clients, who return to us time and again for their design needs. As you explore our staff page, you'll learn more about the talented individuals who make up our team and the unique skills and perspectives they bring to each project.

Careers

We currently do not have any positions available, however we’re always on the lookout for people that share our vision. If Hierarchy Group feels familiar to you, please get in touch.

Awards

2024 - ADNZ Regional Awards

Home Interiors Architectural Design Awards Winner (Graham Residence - Mancave Fitout)

2024 - ADNZ Regional Awards

Commercial Architecture Winner (Roxburgh Community Pool)

2024 - ADNZ Regional Awards

New Home 150m2 - 300m2 Architectural Design Awards Highly Commended (Arrow House)

2024 - ADNZ Regional Awards

Multi-Unit Housing Architectural Design Awards Highly Commended (Laneway Apartments)

2024 - Best Awards

Residential Interior Architecture Finalist (Graham Residence, Mancave)

2024 - Best Awards

Private, Public and Institutional Spaces/Private Development Finalist (Roxburgh Community Pool)

2022 - Resene Total Colour Awards

Commercial Interior Public and Retail Winner (SoYo Frozen Yoghurt)

2021 - Red Awards

Resene Colour + Texture Excellence Winner (Soyo Frozen Yoghurt, Northlands)

2020 - Resene Total Colour Awards

Commercial Interior Office Award Winner (Spaces Karangahape Road)

2019 - Red Awards

Tile Space Finishes Excellence Award Winner (Coffee Culture The Crossing)

2019 - ADNZ National Awards

Resene Colour in Design Awards Winner (Coffee Culture The Crossing)

2019 - ADNZ Regional Awards

Commercial Interior Architecture Design Awards Winner (Coffee Culture The Crossing)

2019 - ADNZ Regional Awards

Resene Colour in Design Awards Winner (Coffee Culture The Crossing)

2018 - Red Awards

Gartshore Group award for Shopfront Excellence Winner (Moda Bella)

2016 - Red Awards

Scotty Doors Sponsor Award – Joinery Excellence Winner (The Palms Shopping Centre – Food Court) Shopfitter – MWF Manufacturing Ltd

2016 - ADNZ Regional Awards

Resene Colour in Design Award Winner (New York Deli)

2016 - ADNZ Regional Awards

Commercial Interior Architectural Design Awards Highly Commended (Fire and Ice)

2014 - DINZ BEST Awards

Spatial: Retail Environment Silver (SoYo Frozen Yoghurt Fitout)

2014 - ADNZ National Architectural Awards

Resene Colour in Design Award Winner (SoYo Frozen Yoghurt Fitout)

2014 – ADNZ Regional Awards

Resene Colour Award Winner (SoYo Frozen Yoghurt Fitout)

2014 – ADNZ Regional Awards

Commercial Interior Architectural Design Awards Highly Commended (SoYo Frozen Yoghurt Fitout)

2014 – ADNZ Regional Awards

Commercial Interior Architectural Design Awards Highly Commended (CoffeeWorx)

Resources

Selecting a retail space to lease

Retail: Factors to consider when selecting a retail space to lease

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Your consultant team

Consultants: The consultant team assisting you through the design phases

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Let there be light

Lighting: Helpful tips for a well-lit space

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Selecting an office space to lease

Office: Factors to consider when selecting an office space to lease

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With offices in Christchurch and Auckland and all the right people and skills in-house, we have what it takes to deliver projects of any scale and complexity.

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