"We borrow from nature, the space upon which we build" Tadao Ando

All natural matter and forms of life have been designed as a complex closed loop system. As designers it is our privilege and responsibility to work within the parameters of nature and our contextual setting in order to create harmonious design responses with minimal impact on the surrounding environment. Designing with integrity and respect for the natural world is a core principle we must adhere to moving forward.

Aspiring for timeless beauty and useability whilst designing harmoniously with nature, learning from it and employing those lessons within our practice are fundamental keys to ensuring a healthy planetary future. We need to connect with this biophilic design approach in order to have a more positive impact on the earth, whilst ensuring a rewarding quality of life for the future generations of all living creatures, including humanity. Working within such conscious frameworks, we will produce more ethical outcomes that give back to the earth, and in turn, enhance the livability of communities by creating healthier lifestyles and places for people.