Houghton Architecture is based in Lower Hutt , led by registered architect Craig Houghton who has been practicing architecture for over 20 years.
Houghton Architecture is a small architectural practice based in Lower Hutt. We specialise in bespoke design solutions tailored to the needs and budgets of our clients. We have a wealth of experience in residential architecture and a passion for high quality design. In all our projects, big or small, we apply equal measures of creativity, pragmatism and attention to detail, to create beautiful new buildings or breathe new life into existing buildings.
Craig Houghton
Director
Architect, ANZIA
Craig Houghton, Registered Architect, ANZIA, founded Houghton Architecture in 2018. Craig has over 20 years of experience working on high end residential, commercial, hospitality and multi-unit housing projects. Craig has been privileged to work for a number of highly regarded practices throughout his career, including Wilson and Hill Architects, CCM Architects and most recently Novak + Middleton Architects where he was an associate. Working with these firms has given Craig a solid grounding in all aspects of architectural practice.
Over the years Craig has developed a strong understanding New Zealand’s building regulatory framework and construction techniques. He pairs this knowledge with a finely honed design sensibility to create solutions which are practical, robust, and refined. Craig believes that good design is about responding to the needs of the client and working with the conditions of the site. Every project has a unique set of requirements and Craig enjoys the challenge of working with these to create solutions that are innovative, beautiful, practical and perfectly suited to the needs of the client.
Karen Flett
Designer
BDes, BAS
Karen has a passion for residential design, creating spaces that are functional and flowing, reflecting the client’s needs by truly understanding the unique way in which each family member creates a sense of home. Transforming these base needs into a beautiful architectural home that delivers far beyond expectations, while being acutely aware of budgetary requirements.
A Bachelor in Design, gave Karen the grounding knowledge to step into Interior Design working in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Wellington. Karen has gone on to teach Design in the secondary and tertiary sector and was involved with the creation and development of the Bachelor of Creative Industries course in New Zealand. With a strong interest in small space design, Karen wrote a book called ‘Living the Airstream Life’ published by Harper Collins in New York, recognized in Vogue, Dwell Magazines and LA Times best sellers list of 2017. With a desire to extend her knowledge of the built structure she went on to complete a Bachelor of Architectural Studies. Karen previously worked as the studio manager, for Novak + Middleton Architects, a Designer for Build Tiny, and since 2020 a Designer for Houghton Architecture. Karen’s design created for Build Tiny, won the national award for best commercial build and best over all design. Along side working for Houghton Architecture, Karen is also studying to complete her Masters in Architecture.
