what we do
At CAD Consultants, we specialise in innovative, future-ready architectural design across a wide range of residential and small-scale commercial projects. Whether you’re dreaming up a new home, planning a minor dwelling, subdividing land, or expanding an existing property — we’re here to help bring your vision to life with practical, buildable solutions.
Our services cover everything from concept design to full documentation for Building Consents and Resource Consents, ensuring your project meets council requirements and aligns with New Zealand Building Code standards.
We work on:
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New homes and bespoke dwellings
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Minor residential units (granny flats)
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Renovations and extensions
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Subdivisions and site planning
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Duplexes and multi-unit housing
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Garages, sheds, and ancillary buildings
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Change of use or land-use consents
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Compliance upgrades and retrofits
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Certificae of Acceptance
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Resource Consents
Whether you're after a clean modern design, help navigating council processes, or full-service project support — we’re ready to guide you through every step.
Meet Our Team
Sophie Stevenson - LBP Designer | Director
Sophie started CAD in 2017. With over 8 years in business and a decade of experience in the building industry, we bring a strong understanding of construction, compliance, and architectural innovation.
Our experience has varied from onsite coordination to council approvals—giving clients confidence that every design is both beautiful and buildable. Our experience forms the foundation for efficient processes, adaptive problem-solving, and future-ready architectural outcomes.
We're a dynamic, all-female team of young, hardworking mothers who bring passion, empathy, and innovation to every project. As women empowering women, we know the value of adaptability, clear communication, and balancing big ideas with real-life needs.
Our down-to-earth, flexible approach means we design with heart and hustle—always finding creative, future-focused solutions that work for real families, real budgets, and real lives. At CAD, we don’t just design homes—we help shape futures.
Nina Donaldson- Design & Admin Assistant
Nina has recently joined CAD as a Junior Architectural Designer while she completes her Masters of Architecture at the University of Auckland.
Ninas pathway into architecture has been a little different - before this, she completed a Bachelor of Science with First Class Honours in Neuroscience. That experience really shaped the way I think about people and place, and gave me a strong curiosity about how the built environment impacts our everyday lives, our wellbeing and even our behaviour.
Now, Nina is very excited to be pursuing that curiosity through design. At CAD, she has been able to contribute to projects that balance technical detail with creativity, and is learning so much from working alongside such an experienced team. Nina is looking forward to working with you to help turn your vision into reality!
Jessie Hambrook | Design & Admin Assistant
With over a decade of experience in property law and conveyancing, Jessie brings a sharp legal mind and meticulous attention to detail to her role at CAD. As a qualified Legal Executive, her background in law has provided a strong foundation for her transition into architectural design and administration. Jessie manages all our design bookings, project schedules and building consent applications,
Based in Nelson, Jessie has spent recent years raising her two young children, while gradually pivoting into a new chapter that blends her legal expertise with a passion for creative problem-solving and build logistics. Her role at CAD allows her to support both the design process and day-to-day operations, ensuring projects run smoothly from behind the scenes.
When she’s not keeping projects (and family life) on track, you’ll likely find her out in nature – trail running, tramping, gardening, or chasing a new Strava PB.
Jessie looks forward to working with you on your next project.
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