| 123 Landmark Homes - Taupo As award-winning Master Builders, Landmark Homes Taupō is renowned for building beautiful homes, and for excellent customer service. BUILDING Tauranga-based architectural design studio C2 Design celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2025, marking a decade of transforming spaces with its distinctive approach to design and growing partnership withmajor industry players. Founded in 2015 by Rachel Cleverly, the studio has evolved from a solo operation into a six-strong all-female team. "It's a huge achievement to reach this milestone. I've had great support frommy team, withmany sta long-serving. I love seeing their growth,” says Rachel. C2 Design brings a unique perspective to architectural and interior design, says Rachel. "We delve into how people are living in their homes and understand this on a deep level. We really go into a lot of detail during the initial brief stage.” The studio's success is particularly evident in its lourishing relationship with Landmark Homes, which has seen C2 Design expand its services across multiple franchisees including Taupo, Tauranga, Waikato, and Hawke's Bay. “We meet with their clients who are undertaking a bespoke design and build process to assist them in creating their dreamhome.” The partnership also includes developing standard plan ranges for Landmark Homes New Zealand. The collaboration has proven particularly successful due to C2 Design's deep understanding of the construction process. C2 celebrating 10 years "We deliver a quick e icient service, listening closely to client’s needs and desires then completing a concept, often hitting the mark irst round. Landmark Homes is a great company to work with, really hands-on throughout the process. We feel privileged to assist them.” The studio's service o ering spans residential and commercial architectural design with projects ranging from custom homes to innovative workspaces, renovations and commercial developments. Rachel's journey to establishing C2 Design began with a Diploma in Interior Design from Unitec, Auckland, followed by two years working with an architectural irm in London. Upon returning to New Zealand, she gained valuable experience in her family's residential and commercial building company as a frame and truss estimator and detailer, obtaining a Mitek COC quali ication. This combination of interior design expertise and practical construction knowledge has helped shape the studio's approach. Rachel is also an Executive Member of ADNZ (Architectural Designers New Zealand), re lecting her leadership within the industry. As part of its tenth anniversary celebrations, C2 Design is undertaking a rebranding exercise, positioning itself for the next decade of growth. “At C2 Design we simply love what we do and we’re really looking forward to the next ten years.” Inspired living, exceptional design. At C2 Design, we create refined, functional spaces that elevate everyday life and work. Based in Tauranga, we specialise in residential and commercial architectural design, delivering projects across New Zealand. Whether it’s a custom home or an innovative workspace, we approach every design with care and innovation to create spaces that reflect your unique vision. 07 394 4242 26 Poturi St, Tauranga www.c2design.nz
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