My passion for nature shapes how I live and how I design architecture.
Years of surfing, tramping, conservation work, living off-grid, and creating our permaculture property have taught me a lot. From accurately reading a site's climate, ecosystem, and topography, to harnessing natural forces and materials to improve building performance - it's these countless hours spent in nature that have taught me how to create architecture in harmony with its environment.
Combined with over a decade of experience in the bespoke residential sector, and degrees in both architecture and landscape architecture, I offer a pretty rare blend of hands-on knowledge, design expertise, and environmental insight that I bring to every project.
Qualifications:
Master of Architecture (Professional)
Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Landscape Architecture)
Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments
LBP Design, Level 2
I only take on a limited number of projects each year - to make sure each one gets the focus, time and creativity it deserves.
If you’re interested in working together, and would like to reserve a spot on my schedule, get in touch via the contact page - I'd love to hear about your project.
Judging Panels
LFIA - 2025 Biophilic Design Awards
Article Features
Cabin Porn - Home Built for Climate, Cost, and Comfort
Sanctuary Magazine - House Profile, Canopy House, Issue 70
Good Magazine - Building A Holistic Home
Northern Advocate - A Perfect Spot
Video Features
Living Big in a Tiny House - Philippa's Home
Public Speaking
Earth Beat - Architecture in Harmony with Nature
027 321 2525
Based in Whangārei, Northland, with projects throughout New Zealand.