We are First Light.

An award-winning sustainable architecture and interiors practice based in Wellington, New Zealand.

We represent the next generation of architects and designers who truly care about our living and built environments, and the people they serve. We’re using design to solve problems and drive change - big and small - for families, businesses and communities.

Governors Bay
Christchurch, New Zealand

Jacks Point Rise
Queenstown, New Zealand

As specialists in high-performance housing & sustainable architecture, we excel in projects of various scales, ranging from architectural homes, passive homes, and holiday houses (baches) to multi-unit townhouse/apartment development and master planning for urban design.

Ohariu Tiny Home
Wellington, New Zealand

Karitane Crib
Dunedin, New Zealand

We work on projects throughout NZ, and all over the globe.

Let’s build a brighter future together.

Ngārara
Waikanae, New Zealand

Swansea Street
Wellington, New Zealand