# Studio XIII — Architectural CAD, CNC Laser & Industrial Prototyping Lab (Auckland, NZ)

> Studio XIII is the architectural design, parametric 3D CAD engineering, CNC laser profiling, and functional prototyping studio of Thirteenth Element Limited (NZ Company No. 9442729, NZBN 9429053797261), based in Hobsonville, Auckland 0616, New Zealand. Studio XIII is the dedicated design and R&D division behind E13 (https://www.e13.co.nz), Auckland's custom architectural gate, fence, balustrade, and automation specialist.

## Core Capabilities
- **Parametric 3D CAD & FeatureScript Engineering:** Rule-driven Onshape 3D assemblies, automated gate/fence/balustrade geometry, hardware clash detection, and zero-error manufacturing part numbering (`XIII-...`).
- **AS 1100 Shop & Architect Consent Drawings:** First-angle projection fabrication drawings, AS 1101.3 weld symbols, cut lists, hardware schedules, and architect/builder coordination packs.
- **CNC Laser Cutting, Sheet-Metal Folding & Laser Engraving:** Precision DXF laser nesting (`0.20 mm` laser kerf, `K = 0.33` bend allowance), perforated architectural screens, motor shrouds, letterboxes, and xTool laser-engraved serial plates.
- **Functional 3D Printing & Workshop Tooling:** UV-stable ASA, PETG, and carbon-fibre reinforced polymer enclosures, custom intercom/keypad bezels, concealed mounting brackets, and fabrication jigs.
- **Dulux Powder Coat & Marine-Grade Material Specification:** Genuine Dulux Duralloy, Duratec, and Electro architectural finish specification, coastal galvanic isolation, and European hardware integration (Locinox, Centurion, Comunello, FAC).
- **Turnkey Gate & Architectural Fabrication (via Sister Division E13):** Seamless digital-to-workshop manufacture and Auckland-wide installation through E13 (https://www.e13.co.nz).

## Sister Brand — E13 Custom Gates & Automation
- [E13 Home — Custom Driveway Gates & Automation Auckland](https://www.e13.co.nz/)
- [E13 Architectural Gate Collections](https://www.e13.co.nz/collections)
- [E13 Bespoke Custom Gates & Screens](https://www.e13.co.nz/custom)
- [E13 Gate Motors, Access Control & Automation](https://www.e13.co.nz/automation)
- [E13 Cantilever Sliding Gate Systems](https://www.e13.co.nz/systems-cantilever)
- [E13 Telescopic Sliding Gate Systems](https://www.e13.co.nz/systems-telescopic)
- [E13 Bi-Fold Trackless Speed Gate Systems](https://www.e13.co.nz/systems-bi-fold-swing)
- [E13 Corner-Sliding Radial Gate Systems](https://www.e13.co.nz/systems-corner-sliding)
- [E13 Pedestrian Gates & Integrated Letterboxes](https://www.e13.co.nz/pedestrian)

## Contact & Service Area
- **Studio Location:** Hobsonville, Auckland 0616, New Zealand (serving Greater Auckland, North Shore, West Auckland, Central/East/South Auckland, Rodney & NZ-wide remote CAD/engineering)
- **Phone:** 0800 442 837 (0800 4 GATES)
- **Design & CAD Enquiries:** design@studioxiii.co.nz / info@studioxiii.co.nz
- **Website:** https://studioxiii.co.nz/
- **LinkedIn:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/studio-xiii-nz