Commercial design projects continue to attract investment in New Zealand due to its ability to showcase a bands identity. Increasingly innovative designs are emerging that champion employees and their personal well-being. Building a workspace that is collaborative and flexible is becoming increasingly important in attracting and retaining talent. New Zealand’s commercial design industry is positioned in the midst of a complex regulatory and legal landscape, in which compliance must be carefully managed. Failure to meet requisite requirements in commercial projects can result in penalties and repercussions. These include failed projects, injury and legal action.