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Russell Property Group's Beachlands South development has reached a significant milestone with the project breaking ground in November, marking the beginning of earthworks for stage one.   A sod-turning ceremony was attended by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxton, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown, and key project partners, with a dawn blessing by Ngāi Ti ki Tāmaki.   Beachlands South is set to be one of Auckland’s largest coastal developments, integrating new housing, schools, parks, a village centre, and extensive urban design, shaped by a strong commitment to sustainability and community.    The masterplan is the result of a collective effort by Woods Bagot, Jasmax, Pacific Studio Architecture , and Studio\Woodroffe\Papa , incorporating up to 4,000 new homes and community amenities across 300 hectares of coastal land.    Woods Bagot Principal Andy Gentry says site preparatory works are an exciting achievement for project partners, who navigated various challenges to reach this stage in the project.   “This land-shaping milestone follows more than six years of collaboration and community engagement, with design partners negotiating challenges including the COVID-19 restrictions,” says Gentry. "We're very excited to see the project enter its delivery phase."    The future development is expected to take 10 to 15 years to complete, bringing myriad benefits to the local community including access to education, housing, commercial and lifestyle space. Read the full story in the comments below. #urbandesign #WoodsBagot #masterplanning #TotalPlaceDesign 

Today marks the launch of the LinkedIn presence for the 7C Network, already established as a wholly owned collective bringing together leading expertise in placemaking (ERA-co), sustainability (Impact Futures), architecture and interior design (Woods Bagot), and ultra-luxury concepts (Customs Bureau). Together, these brands share a commitment to Total Place Design.     The 7C network provides clients with access to a unique combination of the world’s best talent, drives interdisciplinary knowledge throughout the network and delivers shared services that contribute stronger, more integrated solutions for evolving client needs.     #7Cnetwork #TotalPlaceDesign #CustomsBureau #ERAco #ImpactFutures #WoodsBagot

Woods Bagot has completed Macquarie Group’s Level 20 office extension at Marina One, a functional, flexible and connected space inspired by Singapore’s lush landscapes. Conceived as a seamless continuation of the main floor, the new level includes meeting rooms, a multipurpose room, a communal area and a connecting staircase. The design balances work, play and connection to transform a functional space into a community hub that reflects Macquarie’s collaborative culture. Drawing on Singapore’s “Garden City” identity, the interiors feature lush planting, black-and-white tiles and metal accents that echo the main floor, with terracotta fabrics, rattan textures and warm lighting creating a sense of calm and connection. Flexibility and adaptive reuse minimise material waste and allow the space to evolve with changing needs. “We crafted upholstered, comfortable nooks with terracotta quilted fabric, rattan finishes and warm light fixtures. The result is exactly as intended — fun is integrated into work, reflecting the company’s commitment to employee wellness,” says Elena Ma, Senior Associate and Regional Workplace Interiors Sector Leader at Woods Bagot. Read more in the comments below. #ArchitectureForWorldsAhead #WoodsBagot #MacquarieSingapore #GardenCity

At this year’s World Architecture Festival, six Woods Bagot projects were represented on the world stage – with two taking home top honours: Younghusband, winner of the Creative Reuse category, and Central Station, winner of the Transport category. The WAF jury commended the Younghusband team for its “integration of public space into the site, opening up a local heritage landmark to the community,” while Central Station was described as a “clearly impactful, genius architectural intervention” into the 119-year-old sandstone station. Woods Bagot Director Peter Miglis said: “It’s an honour to be recognised alongside the very best in the business. The WAF name brings credibility, prestige, and recognition, so it’s great to see projects like these that are creatively reusing existing structures celebrated on a world stage.” John Prentice, Principal and Global Sector Leader – Transport, added: “It was an honour to present Central Station Metro on the world stage and celebrate our collective achievements — a project that goes beyond transport, blending heritage and innovation to elevate culture, the arts, and architecture.” Take a look inside the wins – and the projects behind the recognition. Read more in the comments below. 🎥 Ruth Gold (Central Station) | Cheer Squad (Younghusband) #ArchitectureForWorldsAhead #WAF2025 #WoodsBagot #Transport #CreativeReuse #InsideTheWin

At this year's London Build Expo, Woods Bagot Principal James Khamsi and Design Technology Leader Matteo Orsi put forward the clear message that the UK’s housing crisis demands new delivery models, deeper stewardship and smarter digital processes. Appearing on a panel discussing the future outlook for housing in London, James shared his expertise on topics including the growing significance of build-to-rent schemes, value engineering, and the continued importance of placemaking. Meanwhile, Matteo discussed how digital tools can help meet the UK’s ambitious housing targets. His two key points were getting design right from day one by frontloading the design process through the adoption of digital tools and how design technologies can and should allow for more informed decision-making. For complete insights from James and Matteo's panel discussions, check out the story in the comments below. #WoodsBagot #ArchitectureForWorldsAhead #Residential #Digital #LondonBuild

Mutual benefits, multiplied. Co-locating Build-to-Rent with Life Sciences clusters doesn’t just solve housing and workspace challenges. It creates ecosystems where innovation thrives. In 'Under the Microscope: Fostering Innovation in Life Sciences – does BTR complete the equation?', Simon Saint and Kayla Csaszar explore five key benefits of integrated clusters: flexible leasing, sustainable district heating, modular construction, pooled servicing and tenure-diverse ecosystems. These strategies foster chance encounters, collaboration and seamless work-life integration, proving that proximity accelerates discovery and strengthens communities. Link to the full Insight in the comments below. #WoodsBagot #ArchitectureForWorldsAhead #LifeSciences #InnovationEcosystems #BTR

Woods Bagot has delivered the workplace and retail interiors for Livat Shanghai — Ingka Centres’ largest China project and a new destination that blends Scandinavian simplicity with Shanghai’s vibrancy.   Located in the Hongqiao Linkong Economic Zone, Livat Shanghai combines a 210,000 sqm meeting place with five mixed-use office towers. Woods Bagot’s interiors span multiple lobby experiences, a public showroom, and six levels of retail — translating Ingka Centres’ vision of “a better everyday life for the many people” into spatial form.   Guided by Scandinavian simplicity and functional minimalism, the design blends Nordic warmth with Shanghai’s urban character. A co-creation process ensured that every detail — from materials to circulation to communal spaces — supports authentic connection.   At the centre is a five-level sculptural stair that acts as social infrastructure, surrounded by FIKA zones, libraries, cafés and adaptable work settings. In the retail precinct, the nature-inspired narratives of Mountains, Rivers and Forests create a multi-sensory experience shaped for discovery and belonging.   “The project was built on a shared vision for a great meeting place—a space that fosters trust, fulfills desires, and positively impacts the community. The outcome is a harmonious environment where Nordic sensibility finds its natural expression in Shanghai, demonstrating how purposeful Scandinavian design remains both accessible and enduring,” says Billy Ip, Woods Bagot Principal and Global Sector Leader – Retail. Photography: Edmon Leong Read more about the project in the comments below. #ArchitectureforWorldsAhead #WoodsBagot #IngkaCenters #WorkplaceInteriors #RetailDesign #LIVATShanghai #IKEA

Nike stores redefine retail as hubs that connect sport, technology and community through innovation, performance and style. These spaces go beyond selling products — they immerse athletes and enthusiasts in a seamless blend of brand storytelling and interactive design. Woods Bagot's collaboration with Nike on the Manchester and Birmingham stores embodies this vision, blending sport, city culture and customer experience through immersive digital design. Reflective materials like brushed and polished steel, galvanised metals, and mirrored surfaces create a sense of movement and openness, amplifying the dynamic energy of digital displays. This industrial palette enhances the spatial experience, making Nike’s visuals come alive across the stores. Woods Bagot Principal Peter O'Donnell reflects on the design process, “A collective team spirit shone through to successfully deliver the design vision and elevated retail experience for both stores.” Photography courtesy of TDM.Space and Nike. #WoodsBagot #Nike #RetailDesign #InteriorDesign #Manchester #Birmingham #ArchitectureForWorldsAhead

The “Stargazing, Design for Good” charity event – co-hosted by the Rende Foundation, Ark Love Multiplied Care and Woods Bagot – transformed Starlight Park in China Merchants Xuanwu Garden City into a therapeutic sanctuary for children battling serious illnesses, and their families. Held within Nanjing's new mixed-use retail precinct designed by Woods Bagot, the event brought the project's human-centred vision to life through the children’s collaborative artwork The Scarf of Love and a series of therapeutic, astronomy-inspired installations that created moments of connection, comfort and wonder. Woods Bagot Director Pearl Huang reflects: “This success compels us to strengthen our commitment to design for good — to create enduring, welcoming, and collaborative spaces that build community bonds and demonstrate that our responsibility extends far beyond commercial success.” Read the full story in the comments below. #WoodsBagot #ArchitectureForWorldsAhead #ChinaMerchants

Woods Bagot has unveiled the new Convene 30 Hudson Yards event and workplace venue, continuing a growing partnership that is helping redefine Convene’s next generation of high-design, experience-led spaces across New York. Following earlier collaborations between Woods Bagot’s New York and London studios, 30 Hudson Yards represents the most ambitious project in the series — a landmark venue shaped by culture, flexibility, and architectural clarity. “This is an exciting new venue that elevates Convene’s offerings to a higher standard. A great deal of attention has been put into the details and carefully curated material palette, coming together to create a one-of-a-kind experience,” says Marselle Jimenez, London Senior Interior Designer   Drawing on Chelsea’s iconic gallery scene, the High Line, and mid-century modernism, the 24th-floor space combines clean, bright aesthetics with adaptable environments that support gatherings of every scale. As the largest Convene space in New York, it accommodates more than 1,400 guests, features a 780-person grand hall, bespoke event rooms, and panoramic skyline views. Woods Bagot preserved approximately 60% of the existing fit-out, introducing refined interventions and a curated material palette that creates a seamless, elevated experience. The result is a venue where architecture, culture, and community converge — setting a new benchmark for contemporary conferencing and workplace hospitality.   Read more in the comments below.   #ArchitectureforWorldsAhead #WoodsBagot #WorkplaceInteriors #Convene30HudsonYards