M A U D is an Architecture and Urban Design practice based in Auckland.
Our work ranges from bespoke residential projects, to work space and hospitality fit outs, to masterplanning and the preparation of design guidelines.
MAUD is an Architecture and Urban Design practice based in Auckland. Our work ranges from bespoke residential projects, to work space and hospitality fit outs, to masterplanning and the preparation of design guidelines.
We are interested in creating modern, considered spaces with a sense of ease and liveability. We think a lot about how our clients want to live or work day to day, and seek to design spaces that make that are tailored to these patterns. Our projects are informed by context and climate to enhance a sense of connection to place and people. We delight in finding elegant solutions to complex issues. Creative thinking, attention to detail and functional performance are the basis for everything we do.
At MAUD, we are committed to providing excellent service to our clients and have a broad range of skills that can manage your project from first inception to the completion of the construction process.
NATASHA MARKHAM DIRECTOR MUrbDes (Hons), BArch (Hons), BAS a.n.z.i.a.
MAUD was established by Registered Architect Natasha Markham in 2015. Since then, the practice has been developing a quiet reputation for the design and delivery of thoughtful, responsive spaces for people to live, work and play.
Natasha has a particular interest in housing and is experienced in a range of different project types from bespoke private houses to apartment design to strategic planning and visioning projects for areas designated for change.
As an urban designer, she has worked for both local government and the private sector, and currently provides independent design review as member and chair on the Auckland and Tauranga Urban Design Panels.
In her spare time, Natasha co-hosts 76 Small Rooms, a podcast about architecture from Aotearoa, New Zealand.
M A U D is a New Zealand Institute of Architects practice member.
Press

Prospect House (cover and feature) June 2024
Shift House (cover and feature) / Aug-Sept 2023
Profile Piece - Natasha Markham of MAUD / Oct-Nov 2022
MAKING SPACE: A History of New Zealand Women in Architecture, Edited by Elizabeth Cox, Published Oct 2022. Chapter 46: "A Home of One's Own: Architect's Own Homes 1990s–2020s / Natasha Markham
Garage Project / Winter 2022
A Perfect Fit / Autumn 2022
Resene Colour Collab - interview with Natasha Markham / March 2021
Twin Peaks (cover and feature) March 2020
Lean on Me - Bright Street Renovation - February 2019
Balance for Better / 2019
Profile piece - Natasha Markham / April 2018
Twin Peaks - book by Catherine Foster
The Kiwi kitchen / August 2017
Highly Polished - collaboration with Huset / August 2017