Our Practice
Design & Development Consultants Limited is a prominent Auckland based architectural firm immersed in the design, construction, and project consultancy realm. With over two decades of expertise, we specialize in delivering architectural and structural services tailored to our diverse clientele, which includes city councils, private developers, territorial authorities, educational institutions, and healthcare providers. Renowned for our steadfast commitment to excellence, we have solidified our standing as trusted partners in projects throughout New Zealand and the South Pacific region.
Our ethos
What matters to us
Vision
In our vision at DDC Ltd, we prioritize the creation of opportunities, problem-solving, and pioneering
innovative architectural approaches. Each project undergoes comprehensive analysis to determine its
distinct requirements and potential. The result is not predetermined; instead, it blends the client's needs and aspirations, taking into account site and budget constraints. We meticulously consider the project's specific environmental context, ensuring the deliberate utilization of materials and construction methods. Our endeavours are centred on understanding the unique requirements of each client and embracing their vision as our own.
We believe that sustainability in construction involves not only fulfilling individual projects but also discovering economically viable mixed-use relationships. Looking ahead, we envision the evolution of design and construction to encompass inventing new building typologies that resonate with culture, demographics, technology, and the evolving dynamics of our lives.
Values
At DDC Ltd we focus on fostering close collaborations with clients to thoroughly grasp the intricacies of each project. We firmly believe that architecture possesses the transformative ability to elevate the human spirit while fulfilling practical needs. Our team's diverse skills and extensive experience are shared through specialized groups within our practice and with our subconsultants. This collaborative approach not only equips us with unique resourcing capabilities but also nurtures staff development
by exposing them to various disciplines.
Our ultimate goal at the conclusion of each project is to surpass the client's expectations. We hold the
conviction that good design yields sustainable, functional, and awe-inspiring spaces and structures that endure the test of time.
βThe design of our towns and each individual structure has a strong influence on community identity and quality of life.β
Our Approach
The essence of DDC Ltd is Total Design
Physical Environments
Total Design aims to create inspired, holistic and memorable places for people.
Team Environments
Total Design aims to facilitate inspired, inclusive, creative and dynamic team environments.
Creative Environments
Total Design embodies our way of thinking. We apply a creative design methodology to every sphere of our business and our professional disciplines.
Our Team
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Mohammed Iqbal Ismail
Director/Civil Engineer
BE in Civil Engineering
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Baker Zoubi
Director/Affiliated Architect
BArch
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Ratu Penaia Kadavulevu
Architectural Graduate
BAS, DipArchTech, NZIA
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Samin Muhammad Iftikhar-Uz-zaman
Architectural Technician
NDAT & BAS
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Rifka Rafeek
Architectural & Structural Technician
BSc in Architecture
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Zaki Farid
Architectural Graduate
(M.Arch) -
Huda Alzaidy
Architectural Graduate/Technician
BSc in Architecture
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Zaina Iqbal Ismail
Architectural Graduate
BAS
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Farhan Khalifa
Assistant Project Manager
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Sanna Ali
Office Administer
BCom
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Mahima Jasuja
'Contract' Architectural Technician
BArch
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Maria Castro-Rahts
Contract Architectural/Structural Technician
BSc in Architecture