A duty of care to the environment is now built into every house plan. Dave Strachan takes a long-term view. Sustainable building involves designing a structural solution that meets desired living and occupancy needs whilst placing as light a load upon the planet as is possible. Buildings that are designed to be comfortable in all […]

The process of shaping design is always a dialogue between form and context. New Zealand architect Paul Clarke guides us through the conversation. The process of designing should be a journey – one that is enjoyable and engaging for both you and your architect. Quality design is more than simply the way that spaces relate […]

New Zealand architect Marshall Cook writes about his approach to residential architecture, how site and context affect the design, and how a house must adapt as its users move through life. In any building design project, there will be limitations to what can be achieved on the site within the allowable budget. Our challenge is […]