Architecture/ Interior/ Space
Simple but not ordinary
ARCHITECTUREPUBLIC creates thoughtful architecture and spaces shaped by simplicity, experience and enduring quality.
From early vision and feasibility through to design, approvals and construction, ARCHITECTUREPUBLIC provides architectural services across residential, commercial and interior projects.
Every project begins with listening, observation and curiosity - understanding the people, context and opportunities that shape each design.
Project Highlights/
House in Remuera
Residential / Suburban
A sculptural contemporary home shaped by a restrictive hourglass site, turning planning constraints into a light-filled and spatially dynamic family house.
Contemporary Barn House
Residential / Lifestyle
A simple contemporary barn set on a hilltop in Miranda, oriented to frame expansive views across the Firth of Thames.
Glendowie House
Residential / Alteration & Extension
A contemporary extension to a 1950s home, reworking the existing house to connect everyday living with the backyard landscape.
HST Showroom Hong Kong
Retail / Interior Fit-out
A refined interior design project of a high-end showroom in Hong Kong, showcasing premium German timber flooring products.
Wilson School
Public Buildings / Education
An award-winning purpose-built special needs school designed to provide a nurturing and safe environment for vulnerable students.
Development Vision & Feasibility
Residential / Mixed-use Development
A collection of early-stage development studies exploring how strategic design, vision, and spatial thinking can unlock site potential and shape future opportunities.
About/
Eqo Leung, ANZIA
Founder / Director
A New Zealand registered architect with over 25 years of experience, Eqo brings a broad perspective developed through the design and delivery of residential, commercial, institutional and public projects across New Zealand and internationally.
As founder of ARCHITECTUREPUBLIC, he believes architecture does not need to be defined by scale or extravagance to be memorable. Even a modest brief can become something meaningful through thoughtful design, careful observation and an understanding of people, place and context.
Recognition/
Award Highlights
2024 - Finalist, International Architecture Ideas Competition – Underbridge
2020 - Winner, International Property Awards Asia Pacific – Architecture Single Residence
2018 - Finalist, World Architecture Awards
2017 - Winner, NZIA New Zealand Architecture Award (Education)
2017 - Winner, NZIA Waikato/Bay of Plenty Architecture Award (Education)
2017 - Silver, Designer Institute of New Zealand (DINZ) Best Design Awards (Spatial)
2017 - Winner, New Zealand Concrete Society Monte Craven Architectural Building Award
2012 - Overall Winner, International Property Awards Asia Pacific – Best Public Services Architecture
2010 - Winner, Property Council New Zealand Excellence Award
2009 - Winner, NZIA New Zealand Architecture Medal
Over 25 years of practice recognised through awards, publications, invited speaking and contributions to architectural education.
Selected highlights include the NZIA New Zealand Architecture Medal, New Zealand’s highest architectural honour; international recognition through the World Architecture Awards, and the International Property Awards; together with ongoing engagement with leading design institutions.
Get in Touch/
Let’s talk about your project
Whether you are exploring an early idea, considering a renovation or extension, or planning a new home or commercial project, we would be pleased to hear from you.
+64 22 129 0020