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Founder | Architectural Design Consultant | LBP Design 2 | ADNZ Professional Member Phil Stanfield Phil Stanfield is the founder of Emerge Architecture (est. 2005), bringing over four decades of design experience to the practice. His career began in 1977 as a civil engineering draughtsman and highway designer before transitioning to architecture in the late ‘80s. By 1992, Phil had established himself as an independent architectural designer—and he hasn’t looked back since. Phil has led the design of thousands of projects across New Zealand, with a passion for Kiwi architectural style,...

Director | Architectural Designer | LBP Design 2 | ADNZ Professional Member Rhys James Rhys joined the Emerge Architecture team in 2008, during Emerges formative years, and quickly became an ArchiCAD Jedi. Rhys became a Director of ECAD Limited in 2019 and Director in Emerge Architecture in 2021. The experience Rhys has within the industry and company has been collected across a wide range of projects, from residential alterations and additions, bespoke new homes, and commercial projects. For a number of years, Rhys has concentrated on providing quality Architectural Design Services to...

Practice Manager | Team Wrangler Erin Sullivan Erin Sullivan has been the organisational heartbeat of Emerge Architecture since 2010. With a background in banking and business administration, Erin keeps the studio running smoothly—managing operations, supporting project workflows, and making sure the team delivers projects effectively. Known for her sharp efficiency and compassionate approach , Erin is the go-to for everything from client coordination to team logistics—and she’s not above bribing the crew with a well-stocked biscuit tin. She’s also the driving force behind the team’s...