Urban Design, Planning and Landscapes
We create resilient, regenerative and equitable urban environments that support a sustainable and healthy life for people and nature. We do this by designing and nurturing mutually beneficial relationships between people, place and planet.
We are dedicated to creating a better way of living - focussing on sustainability and climate change adaptation. We are small and agile, offering a collaborative and holistic service to clients, working with industry leaders, research facilities and consultants to provide efficient and sustainable project outcomes.
Urban Design
Public realm strategy and design
Design guidelines
Green infrastructure development and policy
Regional strategies and policy
Urban regeneration and town centre strategies
Streetscape design
Pilot projects
Systems strategies
Planning
Masterplanning and strategic planning
Design guidelines, tools & policies
Climate adaptation plans
Resource consents + Assessments of Environmental Effects
Infrastructure planning
Iwi, public and stakeholder consultation
Landscape
Living roof and wall (green roofs and walls) design
Green infrastructure design
Landscape planning and design
District and regional visioning, strategies and policy
Public space design
Sustainable Development / Environmental Enhancements
At The Urbanist we are committed to working to the principles of living urbanism which is defined as the sensory connection of humans with the built environment and nature. Living urbanism design-led principles, drawn from urban design, are permeability, legibility, concentration, diversity, sustainability, identity, accessibility, and robustness.
The Urbanist’s objectives are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is centred around creating sustainable neighbourhoods and places while also striving to deliver, where we can as a small business, on the following goals, working with our clients, for the greater good:
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Good Health and Well-being
Responsible Consumption and Production
Climate Action
Partnerships to achieve the Goal
Reduced Inequality
Gender Equality
Each year we donate to a group or organisation in Aotearoa that aligns with our values. We have collectively decided to donate to Forest & Bird in 2022 – being Aotearoa/New Zealand's leading independent conservation organisation.
At The Urbanist we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint by minimising the number of flights, vehicle trips we take, supporting public transport and cycling, and by monitoring and reducing our energy consumption and waste production.