Rewi thompson biography sampler

The power of architecture to express te ao Māori and transform

Rewi: Āta haere, kia tere is a tribute to the late architect Rewi Thompson (Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Raukawa), a visionary thinker who believed that great architecture is crafted through careful consideration of people and place.

This book brings together a breathtaking range of his projects, from conceptual dreamscapes to one-of-a-kind homes.

It is written by one of the rising stars of architecture and a well-known commentator on urban issues, and includes interviews with those who worked with him.

Look inside here.

‘The book bubbles with Thompson’s energy, optimism and wit.

It’s a dazzling resource, ready for the next generation to pick up the mantle.’ — Oliver Wainwright, The Guardian

‘Likely the most beautifully, sumptuously designed book of the year, a publishing masterpiece’ — Steve Braunias, Newsroom

‘Visually stunning’ — Michelle Rahurahu, RNZ

‘A fascinating portrait of a creative designer who w