E. Mahoney and Son


E. Mahoney and Son was an architectural business consisting of Edward Mahoney and his son and architectural partner, Thomas Mahoney, who were prominent New Zealand architects based in Auckland. They were able exponents of Gothic Revival and other styles, especially built in wood, but also in masonry and concrete. They designed numerous public and private buildings, many of which are still standing. They made a considerable contribution to Auckland's architectural heritage.

History

Edward Mahoney arrived in Auckland in 1856 after emigrating from Cork in Ireland with his wife and three children. Edward was initially a merchant in Auckland selling building materials before becoming an architect. In 1876 Edward Mahoney formed an architectural practice with his son Thomas. In the 1880s, Edward's son Robert joined the practice. Edward retired from the practice in 1885 and Robert died in 1895. Thomas named the practice E. Mahoney & Son after Robert's death. The practice continued after Thomas' death in 1923 until closing in 1926.

Thomas Mahoney

Thomas Mahoney was born in either 1854 or 1855. Thomas was president of the Auckland Institute of Architects in 1883, secretary in 1885, and treasurer in 1902. Thomas was president of the Auckland branch of the New Zealand Institute of Architects in 1907.