What an awesome summer it is turning out to be! This summer has proved particularly windy and hot. It has lead to much discussion in the office about how we design for all seasons. Good design is more than just looking pretty - we need to respond to the specific conditions that are in place for every individual site. The first task we undertake in the design process is a site assessment. It is important to understand the rise and fall of the sun across the section, the prevai

Burning the candle at both ends? Restful spaces are so important in today’s fast paced, work hard - play hard world. We often have to make a concerted effort to slow down and take time to relax. Creating a living environment with calming spaces helps make recharging an easier and less time-consuming process. Your environment can have a huge impact on your happiness and wellbeing. The mind picks up on triggers, it may not react to them instantly, but it does store them, increa

It is December already? Time flies when you are having fun! The tail end of the awards season saw Victoria being Highly Commended in the 2019 National Association of Women in Construction NZ (NAWIC) Excellence Awards for the Professional Woman of the Year Category. What an awesome achievement. At the Wairarapa Awards Victoria was successful in WINNING the Service Category – an award that is given to an individual who has provided exceptional service over a long period. AMAZI