They were able exponents of Gothic Revival and other styles, especially built in wood, but also in masonry and concrete.
[2] In 1876 Edward Mahoney formed an architectural practice with his son Thomas.
Thomas named the practice E. Mahoney & Son after Robert's death.
[3] 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.