WHY KAHNOPY ?

  • We creates unique designs which will increase the value of the proposition, by making the developments more attractive.

  • We center our approach on what people value most, meeting your requirements and the buyer’s expectations.

  • We look ahead, making sure our designs remain healthy and resilient

  • We think outside the box to create developments which offer a better return on your investment.

  • We use our knowledge of oversees building and development to increase the quality of our proposition, while grounding it into Aotearoa’s local context.

KEY DRIVERS

We believe that there are 4 key drivers for a successful development project, which will bring you more attractive and affordable homes which will offer a better return on your investment.

01

Multi-Generational and Flexible Living

The New Zealand housing market requires a tailored approach to provide adaptive homes that meet the evolving needs of its growing population. Understanding local housing gaps and their access to amenities is crucial for creating the right mix of housing types. Multi-generational and flexible living spaces are key, offering adaptable designs that can evolve with family dynamics. This approach fosters stronger family bonds, promotes cost-sharing, and supports sustainable communities. Mixed tenure is essential to creating affordable housing options for diverse communities, ensuring long-term success and inclusion.

02

Increasing Density

The New Zealand housing market requires a tailored approach to provide adaptive homes that meet the evolving needs of its growing population. Understanding local housing gaps and their access to amenities is crucial for creating the right mix of housing types. Multi-generational and flexible living spaces are key, offering adaptable designs that can evolve with family dynamics. This approach fosters stronger family bonds, promotes cost-sharing, and supports sustainable communities. Mixed tenure is essential to creating affordable housing options for diverse communities, ensuring long-term success and inclusion.

03

Creating Communities

Creating communities in affordable housing developments goes beyond just providing homes; it involves fostering a sense of belonging, connection, and support among residents. Thoughtful planning should prioritize communal spaces like parks, shared gardens, or community centers where neighbors can interact, collaborate, and build relationships. Organizing social events, workshops, or group activities helps break down social barriers and creates opportunities for residents to get to know each other. Additionally, involving residents in decision-making processes and providing access to the design process of a development can strengthen the community’s cohesion. Ultimately, when people feel invested in their surroundings and supported by their neighbors, affordable housing developments can transform into vibrant, thriving communities that offer more than just a place to live, but a place to grow and thrive together.

04

Sustainability

Sustainability in housing developments in New Zealand is essential for creating environmentally responsible and resilient communities. With a focus on energy-efficient designs, incorporating passive heating, and high-quality insulation, these homes reduce energy consumption and carbon footprints. Sustainable practices also prioritize the use of renewable resources, such as solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems, to reduce reliance on external utilities. Furthermore, we aspire to increase designs of developments that integrate with the natural landscape, preserving green spaces and promoting biodiversity. By incorporating sustainable materials and building methods, the housing sector could be leading the way toward long-term environmental and economic benefits. These approaches foster healthier, more sustainable communities for current and future generations.

Meet the Team

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    Zoe McCluskey

    OWNER OF KAHNOPY LTD
    Senior Architect (Switzerland)

    Zoe is the Creator and Manager of Kahnopy, the great mind behind this innovative and grounded in New Zealand’s housing needs company. With her extensive experience in leading large scale projects, she will make sure that your developments are the most attractive and get the best return for your investment.

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    Olga McAllister

    ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER, LBP

    Olga is a brilliant Architect and Designer who will put her heart and soul into creating beautiful homes and coordinating with all other disciplines to ensure the best outcome for your developments. She will also handle all your consenting application, making sure that your project is running smoothly.

  • Bena Denton

    ECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

    Bena is an incredible ecological landscape designer, specialised in regenerative designs, sustainable and organic approach to land development. She will ensure that your development looks attractive, supporting the project’s narrative and increasing the value of the proposition.

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    Damien McGill

    CERTIFIED PASSIVE HOUSE
    CONSULTANT, STRUCTURAL &
    GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING

    Damien has made his mission to change the way we design and build homes in Aotearoa. He will ensure your project meets your requirements and provide the tools necessary to make data driven decisions on homes where people thrive.

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    Ryan Reynolds

    PLACEMAKING SPECIALIST

    Ryan is an expert in placemaking and place activation realm — fostering an ongoing sense of community. He will make sure your developments becomes a place were buyer want to invest in. CEO of the Gap Filler, founder of Life in Vacant Spaces, and with 15 years working in placemaking, his expertise is incontestable.

  • John Lonink

    URBAN DESIGNER

    John has been involved in the rebuild of Christchurch after the earthquake, working with the Council and partners to recreate our city. He will collaborate with the council and other parties to offer you the best site analysis and unpack opportunities for growth.

  • Ian Langston

    ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIAN, LBP

    Ian is our Senior Technician, with over 35 years working in NZ and UK, he has an extensive experience in residential housing development from detached to 300+ homes. He is committed to making sure that your developments are drafted and detailed with the accurately to allow for an efficiency with site contractors.