Meet the Team

  • Jani Shepherd

    MARKETING MANAGER

  • Vaughan Shepherd

    DIRECTOR

  • Wendy Jackson

    OPERATIONS MANAGER

Vaughan Shepherd

Director

With over 25 years of dedicated experience, Vaughan is a seasoned professional specialising in residential architecture and retirement villages. His extensive expertise ensures that clients are guided seamlessly from the initial design phase to the final stages of construction. Vaughan’s adaptive approach, combined with his genuine interest and attentive listening, allows him to interpret clients’ briefs accurately and deliver innovative solutions that not only meet, but exceed clients’ visions and expectations.

  • Comprehensive Expertise: From concept to completion, Vaughan’s wealth of experience covers every aspect of your project.

  • Client-Centric Approach: He listens, understands, and transforms your ideas into reality with creativity and precision.

  • Innovative Solutions: Vaughan is committed to delivering designs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Academic Contributions and Mentorship

Beyond his role at Shepherd Design Architects, Vaughan is a tenured lecturer and tutor at Unitec University and a thesis supervisor at the University of Auckland. His passion for mentoring the next generation of architects is evident in his focus on creating sustainable, connected, and thriving built environments.

Join Vaughan on Your Next Project

Whether you’re embarking on a new residential project or developing a retirement village, Vaughan’s expertise and dedication make him the ideal partner to bring your vision to life. Connect with Vaughan today and take the first step towards realising your architectural dreams.

Qualifications

  • NZ Registered Architect NZRAB

  • NZ Institute of Architects ANZIA

  • Bachelor of Architecture (Honours), University of Auckland

  • Bachelor of Building Science, Victoria University of Wellington

  • Secondary Teaching Diploma, AUT University

  • Certificate of Adjudication, Branz

Jani Shepherd

Marketing Manager

With over 20 years of experience in visual communication, specialising in editorial and advertising work, Jani is a distinguished professional photographer. Her work has been featured in prominent publications such as NZ House & Garden and Your Home and Garden magazines. Jani possesses an exceptional eye for detail, which inspires her to create images that capture the essence of a home and narrate its unique story.

Jani is responsible for all the marketing materials and website design for Shepherd Design Architects.

Wendy Jackson

Operations Manager

Wendy is an invaluable member of our team, wearing multiple hats with ease and efficiency. As our Personal Assistant, she excels in keeping records meticulously updated, managing our social media presence, and handling a variety of administrative tasks. Wendy's exceptional interpersonal skills make her a natural fit for our HR support role, where she connects effortlessly with both colleagues and clients.

With a wealth of experience from her previous roles in small businesses, Wendy brings a unique blend of professionalism and warmth to our workplace.