Date 9th October 2006
KPMG Wellington is on the move
KPMG Wellington is moving to new premises at 10 Customhouse Quay, Wellington, and will be open for business from Monday
16th October 2006. The new offices are in the heart of the CBD and the location will bring KPMG closer to its clients.
KPMG will occupy 5 floors over 3,700m2.
Wellington Managing Partner, Andrew Dinsdale, says “the new offices better reflect the company’s brand and the way it
wants to be viewed as “passionate, on the ball and flexible..” It’s the first time the Wellington firm, which employs
over 700 staff – 200 in Wellington, has shifted in 17 years.”
KPMG worked in combination with local architects Warren and Mahoney and Geyer, as the lead designers, who have also
designed the interior fit-out for KPMG Auckland, Sydney and Melbourne offices. Mr. Dinsdale says, “the relationship
worked well to produce a great result, and at all stages there was a strong consideration to support local and New
Zealand manufacturers, trades people and suppliers. The décor has been selected to match the surroundings and where
possible natural, renewable and sustainable materials have been used. The result is a great balance of quality, style
and comfort, with a wonderful panoramic view over the Wellington harbour towards Oriental Bay, Eastbourne and the
Eastern Hills.”
Mr. Dinsdale says, “KPMG’s business success is dependent on continuing to build strong client relationships and ensuring
clients get maximum value.”
The new location offers areas for client presentations and entertainment, with meeting rooms that have the latest
communications technology enabling partners and clients can link nationally and globally. The general office layout is
open plan with private meeting rooms on all floors. An informal client/staff café with a full time barista accommodates
informal meetings and catch-ups.
To avoid disruption to staff and clients the move will be made over a weekend. Other tenants in the new building include
law firm Chapman Tripp.
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