CIRCLE exists to disrupt the traditional housing system and forge a new path toward thriving, inclusive communities.
We advocate for alternative housing developments across Aotearoa, designing communities around connection, belonging, and collective wellbeing.
What we stand for at CIRCLE
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At the heart of CIRCLE is connection - between people, with place, and through purpose. We design spaces that foster belonging, invite collaboration, and support relationships that extend beyond the front door. True connection creates belonging and builds resilient, thriving communities.
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CIRCLE embraces the richness that comes from multiple generations living, learning, and growing together. Our neighbourhoods are designed to support every life stage, enabling wisdom to be shared, care to be mutual, and futures to be co-created.
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We are constantly asking ourselves, how can we be better kaitiaki (guardians) of the whenua because we believe homes and communities should give back more than they take. CIRCLE integrates regenerative principles into every layer - from the land and buildings to the social fabric - healing ecosystems, strengthening local economies, and nurturing human wellbeing.
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Care is our foundation, which is why we are always asking ourselves ‘are we practicing good manaakitanga?’ . It shows up in how we design for comfort and safety, how we centre people in every decision, and how we steward land and resources with intention. CIRCLE is built to hold and uplift both people and planet.
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We’re not just building for today - we’re building for generations to come. CIRCLE homes and communities are created to last, to adapt, and to leave behind a meaningful imprint of equity, connection, and ecological stewardship.
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CIRCLE is setting a new standard. We’re showing what’s possible when we prioritise integrity, innovation, and impact in every aspect of development. These are communities people are proud to live in and that others are inspired to follow.
At CIRCLE, we know there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to home.
Pathways to CIRCLE Living
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We are redefining rentals, from cohousing flatshares to secure tiny house sites
The rental market is broken - expensive, insecure, and often isolating. We’re changing that by offering new models of renting that prioritise dignity, connection, and long-term wellbeing. Whether it’s sharing a home in a purpose-built cohousing neighbourhood or finding a legal, supported place to live in your tiny house, we’re creating options that offer more than just a roof over your head.
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Healthy homes as a human right not a luxury
In Aotearoa, too many homes are still cold, damp, and poorly ventilated - conditions that seriously impact health, especially for children and older people. We believe every person deserves to live in a home that supports their wellbeing. That’s why we prioritise warm, dry, energy-efficient buildings designed for comfort, resilience, and connection to the natural world. Healthy homes reduce healthcare costs, improve mental and physical health, and support thriving communities.
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Innovating home ownership, especially for those locked out of the housing market
By lowering the upfront cost of buying a home, it allows people to step into ownership without taking on unmanageable debt. We partner with residents and co-invest in their homes, sharing both the risk and the reward. This means buyers gain security and stability while retaining flexibility and access. It’s a fairer, more sustainable path to home ownership - one that reflects real lives, not just market forces.
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Healthy rentals and shared equity models that helps people and communities thrive
Place-based capital is about more than just returns - it’s about investing in real people, in real places, for long-term impact. By directing capital into shared equity housing, we make home ownership accessible to those who are typically locked out, while anchoring that investment in the unique needs and values of a community. It’s a regenerative model of investment—where financial, social, and environmental returns are all part of the value equation.
Be part of the movement, be part of CIRCLE.
If you want to live in, or see more, connected communities in your neighbourhood, let us know where you are. Then we can unite you with others and help you shape the future you want.
How we are disrupting the housing system…
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Beyond subdivisions: building homes that honour the whenua
We reject the outdated model of sprawling subdivisions that erase ecosystems and isolate people. Instead, we design compact, regenerative neighbourhoods that work with the landscape - preserving natural features, enhancing biodiversity, and creating a deeper sense of place.
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Intergenerational living as an alternative to aged care
Our communities are designed to bring people of all ages together - fostering connection, purpose, and mutual support. By replacing isolation with interaction, we create places where elders thrive, young people feel grounded, and everyone benefits from the richness of shared experience.
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Unlocking collective living for the tiny house movement
Tiny house living holds incredible potential, but legal and financial barriers often keep it out of reach. We’re cracking the code - creating models that support shared land ownership, community infrastructure, and affordability so more people can live small, live well, and live together.