Clive Johnson - Director, Paewhenua Estates Limited

Russell Green - Project Manager
Experienced rural and coastal developer and original owner of this development. Russell has rejoined the team as Project Manager following the completion of his contract with BMW Oracle in the 2007 America’s Cup competition in Spain. He is responsible for directing the completion of the project according to its original mission to maintain and enhance the beauty of the island. He has also purchased the vineyard from Paewhenua Estates and is developing a label in coming months.

DJ Scott and Associates - Landscape Architects
Leading rural and coastal landscape architect Dennis Scott and his team have designed the development pattern for the island. Rather than working against the land, they have looked to the natural topography, enhanced by restorative planting. A detailed environmental and land capability assessment has underpinned the creative work.

Brian Putt, Metro Planning Limited - Planning Consultant
An experienced and respected planner, Brian is primarily responsible for the prject's Resource Management Act issues. He coordinated the required Resource Consent applications and has worked closely with DJ Scott and Russell Green to create the island's special development concept.

Richard Priest - Architect
Celebrated architect Richard Priest has developed a building design that will set the theme for Paewhenua's architecture. Height restrictions not only ensure privacy and unimpeded views for all, but lead to cottages that nestle into the land rather than dominating it. A NZ bach vernacular that includes courtyards, sun-trapping windows and traditional materials marks a return to the best traditions of coastal living.

Alan Clarke - Viticulturist
Northland is the cradle of NZ wine production, with a tradition stretching back to NZ's first Pakeha residents. Viticulturist Alan Clarke says he is excited about exploring the potential of this oldest of NZ wine regions with new techniques and varieties. The dark red volcanic base clay will particularly suit the production of red wines such as Syrah.