The people

Design is a team sport

A small, experienced team with deep roots in New Zealand design — bringing together complementary skills and a shared commitment to thoughtful, enduring work.

Geraint Howells
Director

Geg is a passionate Landscape Architect turned sustainable development innovator, whose career spans landmark projects from Stonehenge to the heart of Christchurch.  With an unstoppable drive and fresh thinking, he pushes boundaries to create environments that are bold, responsible, and built for the future. When Geg sets his mind on something, it gets done..

Debbs Stainton
Practice Manager

Hi, I'm Debbs, I have a deep love for beautiful spaces and a belief that your home should tell your story, not someone else's. When I'm not designing, you'll find me fossicking through op shops and antique stores hunting for that one special piece that makes a room come alive.

Andre Galvin
Sustainability Consultant

Every great business needs someone who knows the numbers. Andre is CI Design's financial backbone — meticulous, sharp, and the reason we stay on budget without ever compromising on quality.

Adam Stainton
Client Liaison & Marketing

Hi I'm Adam, I’m a sales and marketing professional who enjoys being out in the real world—meeting people, having conversations, and turning those into meaningful business opportunities. I like staying active, social and i’m usually spending time with my dog or catching up with friends.

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What drives us

How we work together

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Joined-up thinking

Every discipline informs the others. We work as one team, not a collection of specialists.

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Honest advice

We tell clients what they need to hear, not just what they want to — including when a brief needs challenging.

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Place-led design

Every site has a story. We take time to understand the ecology, culture, and community before proposing anything.

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Long-term thinking

We design for the next thirty years, not the next planning cycle. Durability and adaptability are non-negotiable.

Want to work with us?

We're always interested in hearing from talented designers who share our values. Or if you have a project in mind, let's start a conversation.