Our people

Alliance Architecture is a boutique architectural practice based in West Auckland. Director Julie Evans formed Alliance Architecture in 2013 and takes pride in their client relationships, workmanship and passion for great design.

Julie Evans

Director/Designer, Alliance Architecture

Julie brings many years of Architectural experience to Alliance Architecture from a variety of firms. As director of the company, Julie and the team of designers aim to provide results that encapsulate their client’s needs and desires, ensuring well built, functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.

With an in-depth knowledge of regulatory procedures, Julie can offer sound and timely information, working as an intermediary for the client with governing bodies, consultants and contractors.

Julie is passionate about designing spaces that are inspired by the environment & location. She loves to design spaces people enjoy to live in and is excited to be designing better housing for modern New Zealanders.

Susi Thomson

Director/Operations Manager, Alliance Architecture

Originally from South Africa, Susi and her family arrived in New Zealand in July 2019 and, in September of that year, she started at Alliance Architecture as an Architectural Technician. She worked hard to learn the NZ building regulations, NZ building code and our specific town planning rules.

Susi’s earlier career as a Chemist followed by her architectural training and over 12 years of experience in the field, she has added significant design, technical and analytical skills to the company. Coupled with her personal discipline and dedication, she quickly catapulted into a management role.

In January 2022, Susi joined Julie as a Co-Director of Alliance Architecture and is continuously striving to perform her role as Operations Manager to an excellent standard, engaging and assisting the team to ensure the architectural drawings and documentation deliverables are a quality product, on time and to a very high standard.