Registration & Programme
New Zealand Architectural Design Conference 2026
People. Story. Place... by Design
Venue: New Zealand International Convention Centre
Conference Overview
With inspiring speakers and memorable social functions, grab your tickets today and be part of the kÅrero shaping the future of architecture in New Zealand.
Conference Registration Options
Registrations for the New Zealand Architectural Design Conference are now open. For any queries please contact our events team on 03 358 0277.
Additional Ticket Options
All social functions are included in the ADNZ member registration (with the exception of ADNZ Student members). Additional tickets are priced as below. The public may also purchase tickets to these events:
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Themed Welcome Function
(Thursday 29 October)
Member/family rate: $145 inc GST.
Public rate: $170 inc GST + booking fee. -
ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards Gala Dinner
(Friday 30 October)
Member/family rate: $190 inc GST.
Public rate: $250 inc GST + booking fee. -
ADNZ GIB® Architectural Walking Tour
(Saturday 31 October)
Member/family rate: $95 inc GST.
Public rate: $135 inc GST + booking fee.
Reception
Wednesday 28 October
5.00 pm - 6.30pm
WEDNESDAY MIX AND MINGLE
Te Waha, NZICC
Brought to you by Altus and COLORSTEEL®
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6.30pm - 7.15pm
OPTIONAL GUIDED TOUR OF NZICC
By venue staff
Day One
Thursday 29 October
8.00am
REGISTRATIONS AND EXHIBITION OPEN
TEA AND COFFEE AVAILABLE
Coffee cart brought to you by Mammoth
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9.00am
MIHI WHAKATAU - NGÄTI WHÄTUA ÅRÄKEIâ
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9.10am
MC WELCOME
Te Radar brought to you by Altus and COLORSTEEL®
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9.15am
WELCOME FROM ADNZ PRINCIPAL PARTNER GIB®
John Kitchen, Area Sales Manager Lead
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9.20am
PLACE VISIONING: FROM GROUNDED REALITY TO TRANSFORMATION
Andrew Hoyne, Founder/Principal - Hoyne
10.10am
MINISTER ADDRESS
Hon Chris Penk, Minister for Building and Construction
ARENA WILLIAMS
MP for Manuwera, Labour Party Spokesperson for Building and Constructionâ
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10.30am
MORNING TEA AMONGST THE EXHIBITION
Brought to you by Altus
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11.10am
NZICC: THE FULL STORY, FROM DESIGN TO DELIVERY
Edwin Ipsen, Associate Principal - Warren And Mahoney; Ilona Haghshenas, Studio Principal - Warren And Mahoney
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11.40am
MÄORI HI-TECH
Anthony HÅete, Architect/Professor – University of Auckland
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12.20pm
LUNCH AMONGST THE EXHIBITION
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1.35pm
ECONOMIC UPDATE
Brad Olsen, Chief Executive and Principal Economist – Infometrics
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2.35pm
CELEBRATIONS OF CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN COMMUNITY
Susie Elms, ADNZ Board Chair
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NETWORKING AFTERNOON TEA
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3.30pm
DESIGN THINKING CHALLENGE
Darryl McClay, Managing Partner – DesignThinkers ANZ
Brought to you by COLORSTEEL®
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4.30pm
CONFERENCE CLOSING DAY ONE
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6.30pm - 10.30pm
THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTY - 1966
The Brit
Brought to you by APL
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Recharge your mobile devices anytime at our recharging station brought to you by Polyflor
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Stay hydrated at the juice station brought to you by Resene Construction
Day Two
Friday 30 October
8.00am
TEA AND COFFEE AMONGST THE EXHIBITION
Coffee cart brought to you by Mammoth
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9.00am
WELCOME BACK BY MC
Te Radar brought to you by Altus and COLORSTEEL®
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AI AS YOUR SUPERPOWER - THE EXPONENTIAL OPPORTUNITY TO DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY
Greg Cross, Founder – Eighty20.AI
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9.55am
MORNING TEA AMONGST THE EXHIBITION
Brought to you by COLORSTEEL®
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10.40am
OUR WHARE, OUR FALE
Elyjana Roach, Fa’amatuainu Tino Pereira and Jason Leung-Wai | Central Pacific Collectiveâ
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11.30am
DELIVERING A CITY OF DREAMS
Julie Stout – Mitchell Stout Dodd Architectsâ
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12.05pm
CGF - CREATING IMPACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
Brian Dillon, CEO, Construction Growth Foundation (CGF)
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12.20pm
LUNCH AMONGST THE EXHIBITION
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1.30pm
DESIGN IN FOCUS | FOUR STORIES
Nikki McNeil, Tim Wernham, Dian Tang
and Mitchell Coll
Panel Discussion
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2.15pm
NETWORKING AFTERNOON TEA
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UNBEATEN
Nathan Fa’avae – High Performance Adventurer Brought to you by Altusââ
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3.50pm
CONFERENCE CLOSE
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6.30pm - 11pm
ADNZ RESENE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AWARDS GALA DINNER
Te Waha, NZICC
Day Three
Saturday 31 October
9.30am - 1.30pm
ADNZ GIB® ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOUR
Meet at Clock Tower of University of Auckland
Conference Programme
ADNZ Accompanying Person Programme
Accompanying Person Programme is available exclusively to ADNZ’s members' "significant other" (husband/wife/partner) only and is not intended for additional staff. This programme includes all social functions, access to conference plenary sessions, and a scheduled activity.
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$750 inc GST + booking fees
Social Functions & Activities â
Wednesday Mix and Mingle - Wednesday 28 October, 5.00pm
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If you are in Auckland on Wednesday, 28 October, come along to Te Waha at NZICC for a drink and nibbles. This is a great opportunity chance to connect with all exhibitors and other delegates. (Limited complimentary drinks and nibbles). Make the most of the opportunity to have a guided tour through NZICC to view our stunning conference venue.
Location: Te Waha - New Zealand International Convention Centre, 101 Hobson Street, Auckland CBD
Date & time: Wednesday 29 October from 5.00pm - 6.30pm
Themed Birthday Party - Thursday 29 October, 6.30pm
Brought to you by APL | AGP
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Widely regarded amongst the ADNZ community as one of the most memorable events of the year, our Thursday night party is a fantastic opportunity to catch up and meet the many people who make ADNZ special. This year we celebrate our 60th birthday, step back into 1966 with us —the year it all began for ADNZ. Our themed Welcome Party celebrates our origins, bringing the spirit, style, and energy of that era to life as we honour how far we’ve come. Join us for a night of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories!
For ADNZ Members,â¯one ticket to this event is included in your conference registrationâ¯(excluding ADNZ student members). â¯
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Location: The Brit, 122 Quay Street, Auckland CBD
Date & time: Thursday 30 October from 6.30pm - Make your own way to and from venue.
ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards Gala Dinner - Friday 30 October, 6.30pm
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An evening like no other, our gala dinner is a national celebration toasting to the excellence of the 2026 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards – an opportunity to dress in your formal finery to recognise outstanding architectural design. Of course, the night will include the long-awaited announcement of the 2026 winners of the coveted National, Kaitiakitanga and Supreme Awards.
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Location: Te Waha - NZICC, 101 Hobson Street, Auckland CBD
Date & time: Friday 30 October | From 6.30pm
ADNZ GIB® Architectural Walking Tour - Saturday 31 October, 9.30am - 1.30pm
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Join us on a tour of some of the world-class outstanding facilities and buildings at the University of Auckland. The tour will highlight the university’s iconic architecture – both heritage and contemporary. A picnic lunch is included, and the tour will take place wet or fine, no matter the weather conditions.
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Location: Meet at the Clock Tower of University of Auckland, 22 Princes Street, Auckland CBD
Date & time: Saturday, 31 October | 9.00am - 1.30pm
Accommodation
Special rates have been arranged with the following providers. Based on availability.
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