Ponsonby is renowned for its lovingly restored buildings and impressive villa renovations, and now one of its longest-standing real estate offices has had a transformation of its own.
Barfoot & Thompson’s Ponsonby branch has recently unveiled a sleek, modern refurbishment —inside and out— designed to provide the best client experience and continue to support success in the competitive and fast-paced local real estate market.
For those strolling down Ponsonby Road, the office’s full-height windows showcase all the latest listings and offer the first glimpse of the new interior. Visitors are then welcomed into a refreshed reception space that sets the tone for the agency’s focus on premium service.
“We are really enjoying welcoming our clients, new and existing, into our upgraded space,” says Branch Manager Mike Symonds (pictured above, left, with Head of Property Management Huw Evans).
Mike continues, “Our goal was to create an environment that reflects our professionalism, fosters collaboration, and ensures every client feels valued from the moment they arrive.”
Symonds says that client experience, alongside his team’s high-energy and high-performance culture, were the driving forces behind the project and design choices.
“With over 20 experienced salespeople and three expert property managers, we needed a functional and adaptable space that could support a variety of working styles and take our team to the next level.”
An overall open plan encourages collaboration, while carefully screened desks and "silent pods" provide space for focused work and private calls. A standout feature is a moving glass wall that transforms the staffroom into an open meeting space with ease.
Sustainability was also a key consideration. Demolished materials and unwanted furniture were recycled or donated where possible, while energy-efficient LED lighting and inverter air-conditioning help reduce the office’s environmental footprint. Even the new carpet tiles were chosen with future recyclability in mind.
Symonds is quick to note that, more than just a stylish makeover, the recent re-fit reflects Barfoot & Thompson’s ongoing commitment to excellence as the team looks forward to many more decades in their iconic Ponsonby location.
Barfoot & Thompson has been in the area for more than 70 years, having opened their original Ponsonby branch in 1952, and based out of the current office at the corner of Lincoln Road since 1979.
“Our workspace may have changed over the years, but our dedication to top-tier service and results remains the same,” says Symonds.
Barfoot & Thompson, corner of Ponsonby Rd and Lincoln St, T: 09 376 3039, www.barfoot.co.nz/branches/ponsonby
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