Established in 2002, Auckland-based Stevens Lawson Architects is a growing practice with expertise in bespoke residential design and community buildings that have a significant social impact.
With a focus on how a building is experienced from within, the award-winning team designs carefully crafted spaces that are emotionally driven with a strong connection to the spirit of a place.
A vision for humanism in architecture
Developed for the Auckland City Mission, HomeGround is a visionary social services and supportive living facility, built on the premise that everyone deserves a warm, welcoming and uplifting place to live.
The City Mission has a long history of supporting homeless people with complex needs. However, HomeGround was a new approach based on the Breaking Ground system developed in New York City, to provide housing, healthcare and addiction support under one roof.
Combining an eleven-story tower and a restored heritage building, the 12,500 sqm facility includes 80 studio and one-bedroom apartments with wrap-around care including social workers, mental health support and drug and alcohol withdrawal services. Communal spaces include a rooftop garden, and the onsite medical center and pharmacy are open to the public.