Case Study / Mitchell Daysh
How Mitchell Daysh Uses Manifold to Power Their Taranaki Regional Hub
In New Zealand’s complex planning and resource management environment, precision matters. For Mitchell Daysh, a nationally recognised planning and environmental consultancy, creating the right working environment directly supports the focus, agility, and seamless regional collaboration that drive success in their work.
When Mitchell Daysh sought to establish their regional presence in New Plymouth, they didn't just look for a commercial lease; they looked for a workspace that reflected their brand’s sophistication without the traditional operational drag. Mitchell Daysh occupies a dedicated private office within Manifold’s award-winning Currie Street location. By choosing a private, fully serviced office at Manifold, they found a "plug-and-play" solution that allows their experts to focus entirely on delivering outcomes for their clients.
The Challenge: Scaling Without the Complexity
For many national firms, opening a regional office is a logistical hurdle. The traditional model requires negotiating long-term leases, managing expensive fit-outs, and handling the "invisible" work of office management. Mitchell Daysh needed a professional environment that could evolve as their local team grew.
Manifold have provided the flexibility we needed and enabled us to operate in a space that reflects our brand, without the cost or complexity of managing a full fit‑out or day‑to‑day office administration ourselves.
Kelly Numan - Business Manager
The Evolution: From a Single Desk to a Private Suite
Growth is rarely linear, and Mitchell Daysh’s journey at Manifold demonstrates the power of a flexible workspace. The firm initially established a footprint with a single dedicated desk while waiting for a more permanent, private solution.
"As our team grew, we needed more room and a space that offered greater privacy," Kelly explains. "Manifold responded proactively, enabling us to transition into a private office that could better support a larger team and a more integrated way of working."
This ability to scale "in-house" meant the team never had to deal with the downtime of a physical move. As their requirements evolved, the space evolved with them.
The "Fully Serviced" Advantage: Professionalism on Autopilot
For companies with regional outposts, Mitchell Daysh is a great example of how it can be managed simply. Traditionally, they might only be able to look for 50–100sqm of empty commercial space for the local team. However, the Manifold Private Office package offers a more compelling value proposition. In a private office here, the "office manager" role is essentially built into the membership.
The Mitchell Daysh team enjoys a premium environment where:
- The Fit-out is Done: High-end, contemporary design is already in place.
- There is Little Delay in Move-in: A tenant can sign on Monday and be billable on Tuesday. No fit-out delays.
- The Kitchen is Managed: No one on their team has to worry about ordering milk, replenishing fruit, or cleaning the espresso machine.
- The tech is Seamless: Ultra-fast fiber and high-spec meeting rooms are ready to go.
- There is All-Inclusive Pricing: One invoice covers rent, rates, power, cleaning, internet, and even the coffee beans. It makes budgeting predictable and simple for the tenant’s accounts team.
The space is beautifully designed. It's sleek, contemporary, and very thoughtfully laid out, the meeting rooms and shared areas are accessible and make it easy for us to collaborate when needed.
Kelly Numan - Business Manager
Culture as a Service
One of the primary risks of a regional office is "siloing"—the feeling of being isolated from a larger company culture. Manifold solves this by providing a built-in community.
"Our experience at Manifold has been really positive. Graham and the team are warm and welcoming," Kelly notes. "We really appreciate the strong community culture here. At break times, we enjoy catching up with other co-workers and hearing how their day is going. Manifold does a great job of hosting regular events that bring people together."
This environment doesn't just benefit the social side of work; it fuels productivity. Kelly describes the atmosphere as "highly conducive to productivity," providing an excellent base for their New Plymouth team to do their best work.
The Mitchell Daysh story is a powerful case study for why serviced offices are becoming the preferred choice for professional services
Graham Nelson - Manifold Founder
The Agent Perspective: Why This Model Works for Corporate Clients
- The Fit-out is Done. High-end, contemporary design is already in place.
- Agility. The transition from a dedicated desk to a private office shows that tenants aren't locked into a space they might outgrow in six months.
- Speed to Market. There is no "fit-out period." A firm can be operational the moment the agreement is signed.
- Operational Savings. By removing the need for a separate cleaning contract, utility accounts, and kitchen supplies, the "all-inclusive" price point often represents a lower total cost of occupancy than a traditional small lease.
A Partnership for the Future
By basing their New Plymouth hub at Manifold, Mitchell Daysh has secured a premium CBD location that requires zero operational oversight.
As Manifold continues to grow, it remains the gold standard for businesses that want a private, professional base with all the perks of a modern community—and none of the admin.
Their willingness to adapt to our needs to create a more functional, cohesive workspace has allowed us to build a modern, professional environment that aligns with the experience we want for both our team and our clients.
Kelly Numan - Business Manager
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