Spring 2024 Newsletter
Spring has arrived, bringing longer, warmer days and with interest rates finally dropping, let’s hope this sparks some activity in the construction industry, particularly in the residential sector.
Below are some insights from the team
Additions to the Team
Jarrod Midgley - Senior Architect
We are delighted to welcome Jarrod Midgley to our Architectural team. Jarrod is an award-winning architect celebrated for his passion for creating exceptional buildings. He has a keen interest in the Passive House movement, emphasising thermal performance and comfort while seamlessly integrating with the natural environment.
Jarrod is ready to take on new projects, come in for a no obligation consultation
Lizzie Wilkinson - Resource Management & Environmental Assistant
Lizzie is an exciting addition to our team. As an Environmental Scientist pursuing a career in Environmental Engineering, she has joined us to assist the Resource Management team with consenting and to support our environmental projects.
Architectural Update
The benefits of multidisciplinary teams:
Complexity: Building design involves intricate technical and regulatory aspects. Collaborating with experts in various fields ensures all factors, like structural integrity, materials, environmental impact, and zoning regulations, are properly addressed.
User Needs: Understanding the needs and preferences of the building’s users is crucial. Input from different disciplines helps architects incorporate these considerations, whether designing for a school, hospital, or retail store.
Innovation: Multidisciplinary teams foster innovative and creative solutions. Diverse perspectives and expertise generate a broader range of ideas, leading to solutions that might not emerge from working alone.
Why not try out our ‘Concept the Completion’ service our teams have availability now to take on your project
Resource Management Update
Get well acquainted with your land
Are you planning a land development, demolition, purchase, sale, or resource consent application? You should consider if the property might be or has been contaminated.
Contaminated sites contain hazardous substances that can threaten the environment and human health. Identifying and managing these risks is essential.
Sources of contamination may include vineyards, orchards, sheep dips, woolsheds, asbestos, and chemical/fertiliser storage.
Our experienced consultants, with extensive local knowledge, can effectively navigate the regulatory landscape to protect both people and the environment.
Engineering Update
Unlock the Potential of Your Project with a Geotechnical Engineer
Are you planning a construction project? Understanding the soil is key to its success.
What do you get from a Geotechnical Engineer:
Expert Soil Analysis: Understand the ground beneath your project. Geotechnical engineers analyse soil and rock properties to ensure your foundation is solid and safe.
Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate potential geotechnical hazards like slips, earthquakes, and soil erosion.
Cost Efficiency: Optimise your design and construction processes. With precise data and expert recommendations, you can avoid costly surprises and delays.
Sustainable Solutions: Implement environmentally friendly practices. Geotechnical engineers help you design sustainable foundations that minimise environmental impact.
Regulatory Compliance: Navigate complex regulations with ease.
Don’t leave your project’s success to chance. Come and see us first