About us | TG Architecture

Jon Mcalpine

TGA Ltd is a multi-award-winning architectural practice based in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, with a core focus on residential & commercial design. We pride ourselves on creating stunning architecture, ranging from homes on small sites to extensive beachfront & rural homes.

I had spent 13 years with some of the Bay Of Plenty’s leading designers before making the step to head my own architectural practice. Thorne Group Architecture Ltd was formed in 2014.

Thorne Group Architecture works collaboratively with various consultants and contractors which enables us to produce the best possible detailed drawings, utilising labour and materials in the most efficient way possible. This process saves you both time and money. There are so many strengths and benefits of the way we work.

My design philosophy is driven by simple pure forms. The absence of unnecessary elements uncovers a building in its true form. In my view, this creates the best possible architectural response. Also, ensuring there is a seamless connection between spaces based on how clients live and work in a space. It is the integration of design features that seamlessly blend

form with function.

is closely aligned with Thorne Group Design & Build, although the two companies do work independently, Working side by side with the building team enables us to produce the best possible detailed drawings, utilising labour and materials in the most efficient way possible. This process saves you both time and money. There are so many strengths and benefits of the way we work.

My design philosophy is driven by simple pure forms. The absence of unnecessary elements uncovers a building in its true form. In my view, this creates the best possible architectural response. Also, ensuring there is a seamless connection between spaces based on how clients live in a space. It is the integration of design features that seamlessly blend form with function.

Outside the office is family time, enjoying what the Bay Of Plenty has to offer with my wife and two children.