Thoughts

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When we’re not designing or creating, we’re thinking. A lot. We love to think and Lisa loves to write. Here, she shares her latest musings with you.

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Jan 18, 2026

The Architecture of Flow & Intuition

Jan 11, 2026

The Open-Door Philosophy. How Thermal Stability Redefines the New Zealand Coastal home

Jan 5, 2026

Balancing Your Unconstrained Vision with Your Investment Reality

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Jan 22, 2024

Emotional Resonance: Designing Spaces with a Heartfelt Connection

How do you create architecture that that evokes an emotional connection.

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Jan 14, 2024

The Architecture of Rest

Over the summer, we have a chance to rest from the work/school routines and schedules.

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Nov 1, 2022

Materiality

Choosing materials for your home as a new home builder or renovator can be overwhelming.

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Aug 28, 2022

Rituals

Rituals have a strong influence on the shape of Architecture.

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Dec 11, 2021

Designing for the senses

There are elements of the summer retreat that we can bring into the Architecture of our homes to encourage a sense of wellbeing.

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