ABOUT US – THE TEAM

We are an NZIA architecture practice based on the North Shore in Auckland. With a multi-talented team, we specialise in designing inspiring spaces across education, commercial, community, residential, and interiors. Our team of dedicated architects and designers work closely with clients to transform visions into beautifully crafted spaces that enhance lifestyles and communities.

We offer full consultancy services from assistance in developing a design brief, through to the various stages of design, tendering, and construction to bring the project to fruition. We have a hardworking, resourceful in-house team, as well as a network of other consultants and engineers to deliver your project.

Ready to bring your vision to life? Come say hello or get in touch — we’re always excited to collaborate on new projects. Whether it’s a school, community development, residential build or renovation we’d love to hear from you!

OUR PEOPLE

Directors

Graeme Fanselow

B. Arch, ANZIA Registered Architect

Graeme has had many years’ experience in educational, retail, residential and other forms of Architecture. His calm demeaner and considered approach to all aspects of the industry as well as his incredible knowledge make him invaluable. When he does take time away from the office, he can be found enjoying the outdoors with his very understanding wife, Andrea.

Judith Cunningham

B. Arch, ANZIA Registered Architect

Judith has specialised in early childhood design, as well as other commercial, educational and residential projects. Judith joined as a director in 2013 and ensured that we continued to grow and explore other aspects of the industry. A passionate horse lover, Judith can be found using her excellent eye for detail, judging horses and their riders at the highest level.

Paul Taylor

B. Arch (Hons), NZCD, ANZIA Registered Architect

Paul has also had wide ranging experience in many architectural building typologies. Having worked with Fat Parrot Architecture since 2003 and becoming a director in 2013. He has a knack for overseeing quality control and gives great direction and guidance. Paul has a passion for music and the outdoors, although we’re not sure that nature would appreciate his music system.

Jonathan Lapham

Senior Architect
M.ARCH PROF (NMMU) ARCHITECT (NZRAB),  ANZIA Registered Architect

Reece Lamb

Senior Architectual Technician
National Diploma in Architectural Technology, Licensed Building Practitioner

Gary Macnamara

Senior Architectual Technician
National Diploma of Architectural Technology, Licensed Building Practitioner

Tatiana Shumkova

Architectural & Interior Designer
Post Graduate Architecture Degree, Qualification in Arts

Gavin Stoffberg

Architectual Technologist
National Diploma of Building Drafting

Kristin Celeste-Lim

Architectual Technician
National Diploma of Architectural Technology

Megan Yates

Practice Manager
Bachelor of Arts

John Borsboom

Senior Architectual Consultant
B.Arch (Hons),  ANZIA Registered Architect

HAWKE’S BAY DIRECTOR

Pierre du Toit
B. Arch Cape Town, ANZIA Registered Architect

With over 30 years’ experience, Pierre is a founding director of Fat Parrot. He has had wide ranging experience in commercial, residential and heritage projects. Pierre started the Hawke’s Bay office in 2000, having discovered and appreciated the joys of living in the Bay, which had a feel of the Paarl region in South Africa, from where Pierre originates. An avid traveler, Pierre can entertain you with his many adventures from around the globe.