COMMODE is a contemporary art gallery committed to critical discourse, queer theory and history. Exhibition making is positioned as a mode of knowledge production that goes beyond disciplinary boundaries. In turn, the gallery prioritises experimental practice at the forefront of contemporary debate from established and emerging artists.

COMMODE was founded in 2025 by DJCS, after previous iterations as DJCS and Parasite (2020-2022) which occupied DJCS’ home staircase on Karangahape Road, Tāmaki Makaurau. The gallery is now located in central Pōneke.

Artists who work with COMMODE are held in private and public collections across Aotearoa.

COMMODE recognises Te Āti Awa/Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika a Māui, and neighbouring Ngāti Toa, as mana whenua of Te Whanganui-ā-Tara.

Opening hours:

Wednesday-Friday, 11-5pm
Saturday, 11-3pm

Visit:

Anvil House
Room 3, Level 5
138 Wakefield Street
Te Aro, 6011
Te Whanganui-ā-Tara
Aotearoa

Accessibility:

Free. COMMODE is located on level 5 of Anvil House. There is ramp access into the building, and two elevators to level 5. There are gender neutral bathrooms, but they are not wheelchair accessible. If you have an access requirement, please let us know and we will endeavour to help you.

People:
DJCS, Director and Curator

Contact:

Mail: info@commode.co.nz
Ph: +64 22 399 8915

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COMMODE extends thanks to those who have supported our beginnings, including Jim and Mary Barr, Samuel Mark Clyma, Jack Ellery, and others who share our commitment to independent thought.

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