DESIGN PRINCIPLES
The Human-Soul Its Movements its lights and the Iconography of the Fluidic Invisible (Paris. Librairie Internationale de la Pensée Nouvelle, 1913)
1.
Existential Inquiry


EMBRACING AMBIGUITY

We embrace uncertainty as inherent in the human condition. Our designs reflect life's complexity and richness, encouraging users to find their own meanings within our spaces.

HUMAN EXPERIENCE

Prioritising the lived experience, our buildings resonate on a deeply personal level, evoking emotions, provoking thought, and fostering a sense of belonging.

Joko Avianto : Woven Clouds
2.
Atmospheric Sensitivity


SENSORY ENGAGEMENT

We focus on creating multi-sensory experiences. Materials, light, shadow, sound, and touch are meticulously considered to create environments that captivate and comfort.


TACTILE AUTHENTICITY

We value the authenticity of materials, selecting them for their sensory qualities and ability to age gracefully, adding layers of history and narrative to the spaces we create.

Fabre’s Book of Insects (1921)
3.
Dialogic Design Process



CO-CREATION

Our process is collaborative, involving clients, communities, and stakeholders in meaningful dialogue. Workshops and surveys are tools we use to ensure that our designs reflect the values and aspirations of those who will inhabit them.

ITERATIVE EXPLORATION

We reject rigid stylistic formulas, opting instead for continuous exploration and iteration. This approach allows us to respond dynamically to each project’s unique challenges and opportunities.

Comb of the Wind (Eduardo Chilida, 1978)
4.
Contextual Responsiveness



PLACE-BASED DESIGN

Every project is an opportunity to deeply engage with its context. We study each site’s cultural, historical, and environmental narratives, crafting designs that are respectful and responsive to their surroundings.

SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE

Our commitment to the environment goes beyond aesthetics. We integrate sustainable practices and resilient design strategies to create buildings that contribute positively to nature and the community.

Machine Hallucination: Space - Metaverse Refik Anadol
5.
Inspiration & Innovation


CHALLENGING NORMS

We encourage clients to look beyond traditional frameworks, explore new possibilities, and challenge the status quo. Our role is to inspire and facilitate innovative thinking, pushing the boundaries of what architecture can achieve.

VISIONARY FUTURES

Together with our clients, we envision alternative futures that are both aspirational and attainable. Our designs strive to be catalysts for positive change, embodying the values and ideals of a better tomorrow.