Vanessa Carswell

Vanessa Carswell is a Principal at Jasmax. She has led the Jasmax Ōtautahi Christchurch Studio and been on the Jasmax Leadership Team since 2020. With over 20 years’ experience, Vanessa began her career in the UK and more recently, she has led significant projects and urban developments across Te Waipounamu/​the South Island. 

Vanessa’s interest in the reinvigoration of heritage buildings and historic town centres was ignited as a young architect working on the regeneration of Kings Cross and Great Northern Hotel in London. Since returning to Aotearoa New Zealand, her broad portfolio continues to include the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, such as the reconstruction of Isaac Theatre Royal in Ōtautahi Christchurch completed whilst she was a Principal at Warren and Mahoney. 

Recent Jasmax projects include Te Whakaari, the Ōtepoti Dunedin Health and Education Precinct Masterplan, and leading the team delivering upgrades ensuring Ōtepoti Dunedin’s heritage retail precinct, George Street, remains a much-loved destination for visitors and the local community.

Property Council New Zealand — South Island Committee Member and Branch Executive Board Member