OUR PEOPLE

I am passionate about the power of design thinking and hugely enjoy collaboration with others on projects in complex and sensitive circumstances.

In my work on most major health projects in NZ, I strive to find the ideal blend of building function, performance and design quality - real architecture that really works. As founding chair of the NZ Health Design Council, I am committed to supporting the development of health design knowledge, skill and experience in this country.

My formative architectural design studies and academic research come together in the process of design and place-making, and sit as background to my concern for the experience and well-being of individuals and groups in their environments.

A fundamental question for me is, 'How does the place where you live allow you to be the person you want to be, and how does design enable or hinder this? My current research and project focus is on 'community living' - contributing to the design and development of thriving and sustainable communities through social and affordable housing, co-housing, and the continuum of private housing, integrating these with community facilities and infrastructure. As a Director I actively promote our strategic objectives, company identity and our sustainability agenda and am responsible for the publishing of our annual Company Sustainability Report.

My wide range of practical design and construction industry expertise in New Zealand and Australia - large scale master planning through commercial architecture to interior fit-outs - brings a benefit to our clients.

This experience allied with a client-centred approach keeps me enthusiastic about innovative and smart ways to deliver successful projects for stakeholders. I have a particular skill in seeing opportunities to make projects happen, bringing the right people together and designing unique pathways to overcome apparently obstinate problems and achieve client goals.

My experience has been wide-ranging, with new-build and refurbishment and projects across residential, educational, commercial fit-out, health and aged care project sectors.

My approach to design is based on the premise that teamwork, collaboration and transparency are key ingredients in delivering successful outcomes for our clients. I am a strong believer in effective leadership and being disciplined in the execution of the design process. This approach is founded on many years experience in the detailed design and execution of built projects.

I am primarily involved in larger scale place-making, master-planning and site development projects in public and private sectors.

The latter often relate to large institutional sites, such as with aged care. I focus on high quality design outcomes from urban scale to the design of buildings and landscape architecture. Relating to this, I am skilled at challenging assumptions and identifying approaches to problem solving that meet project needs, rather than simply following normal rules. Clients enjoy working with me because of my passion for generating elegant ideas and commitment to delivering resolved outcomes.

I have worked in Hong Kong and New Zealand in commercial, residential and major healthcare projects, the latter since joining Chow:Hill.

I play an active role in user group facilitation and client liaison in healthcare and laboratory projects including master planning. I am also a housing research architect, experienced in community-based projects and consultation. I have participated in a large-scale housing research project in Cape Town, South Africa and have developed skills in field research and proposal development within complex socio-economic conditions.

I aim to deliver innovative design solutions, working creatively with clients and colleagues to produce diverse solutions across a broad range of disciplines.

I am a registered architect and have been with the Hamilton studio since 2006. Since joining Chow:Hill I have completed successful projects within the Education, Commercial and Office Environment sectors. My practical background and interest in sustainability leads me to provide environmentally sustainable solutions which are vibrant and functional places to work, live and learn, and that also inspire society.

I have a keen professional and personal interest in creating dynamic, sustainable and inspiring student centric learning environments. As registered Architect I am committed to delivering highly responsive client service and creative design solutions.

I first joined Chow:Hill in 2002, following three years working on a mix of residential and educational architectural projects in London I returned to our Hamilton office in 2010. Since then I have been focused on the continual enhancement of Chow:Hill's knowledge and skill base in areas of student centric learning and work place strategies with a number of innovative projects now completed in these increasingly blended environments.

I AM A SKILLED BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL WHO BRINGS A WIDE RANGE OF MANAGEMENT SKILL SETS HAVING WORKED IN VARIOUS SERVICE INDUSTRIES IN SOME CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENTS.

My role is to ensure that the business has solid foundations thus allowing the Directors and Professional Team members to concentrate fully on the various design disciplines of the practice. A critical element of my role is working closely with the key stakeholders to ensure that we develop our human resource to meet the diverse needs of both our existing and prospective clients.

I am passionate about healthcare architecture, recognising that it provides a unique range of challenges, and requires a combination of creative thinking, technical expertise and relationship skills.

I have focused on healthcare planning and design, having been closely involved with the user groups and stakeholders of health and other facilities in developing, planning and detailing technical solutions to the many specialist requirements that these require. My recent experience on hospital projects in Asia gives me an international perspective and a wide range of experience to benchmark against.

I enjoy working on a wide variety of projects, and as an Associate at Chow:Hill I have experience in Health, Education, Commercial, Residential, Laboratory and Government projects.

I have strong skills in rendering and development of presentation images which our clients find to be a valuable communication tool. I am responsible for full project documentation, and bring to my projects strong technical skills, an ability to function in a teamwork environment and a wide knowledge across project types. I undertake construction observation of selected projects.

I have extensive experience in the commercial and institutional sectors, with a strong background in project delivery.

My specialty lies in creative solutions for clients with an emphasis on looking at the wider issues, looking to create cost effective and sustainable solutions to clients needs. Our clients value my strategic thinking, clarity of vision and leadership qualities. I am highly committed to quality outcomes for clients.

I operated a contracting company for many years, gaining experience in residential work – private dwellings, apartments, multi-unit developments and retirement villages, commercial, educational and healthcare projects.

This gave me a firm understanding of all aspects of the design, documentation and construction process. Since joining the Chow Hill healthcare team in the co-ordination of a large hospital project, I have continued with other projects in that sector, bringing excellent technical knowledge and skills. My passion is to document the creative process in a way that is easily understood by our clients and construction contractors.

I have immense experience with industrial, commercial, retirement village, apartment and healthcare clients.

Having over 15 years experience in architecture, services co-ordination and structural design, I’m primarily involved in large-scale hospital projects at present. This is where my team leadership and design management skills provide the greatest benefits for our clients. My background in records management, software integration and CAD systems enables our documentation teams to deliver high quality information to design and construction participants. My involvement creates enjoyable and effective project delivery for all.

I have over 6 years in the Architecture industry working in both New Zealand and Australia. I have international and local experience in Commercial, Health, Education and Residential projects.

My strengths are in concept design, design development, technical detailing, client communication and consultant coordination. I develop high quality visual representations of architectural concepts and preparation of presentation material to assist our clients in fully understanding the architectural outcomes of their projects.

Studying in New Zealand and Singapore to complete Bachelor of Architecture; I have an eye for detail and a willingness to learn from the rest of the team and those we collaborate with.

During a volunteer trip to Indonesia I had the opportunity to help with the design and construction of a library and bridge, not only was this a great practical experience but also a way of being able to give back to the surrounding community.

FROM SPATIAL PLANNING THROUGH TO FINISHES I ASPIRE TO CREATE COHESIVE, UPLIFTING ENVIRONMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS.

With Chow:Hill for 3 years, I have been involved in both interior design and project support in a range of sectors; along with assisting the company with various commercial needs, particularly our website. I hold a Bachelor of Media Arts in Digital design and am passionate about creating digital imagery showcasing concept design enhanced by potential finishes. I enjoy assisting Project Architects and clients with workplace strategy, working to capture both the functional and aspirational goals of each project and applying sympathetic design outcomes. 

I graduated from Unitec Institute of Technology, Auckland, with a Bachelor of Design and Visual Arts (Interior Design).

My final project focused on compact residential design and high density living, proposing a complex of apartments to be developed within an existing Brownfield site, in Auckland City. Since joining Chow:Hill, I have worked on the Interior Design and documentation of a number of healthcare and aged care projects. I enjoy the challenge of creating functional, yet engaging interiors in which the user feels a sense of belonging and connection with their surroundings.

I am a Registered Architect with New Zealand and international experience.

I have professional expertise in education, environmentally sustainable design, aged care, commercial architecture, residential, hospitality and interior design. My passion is the delivery of well-designed spaces that result in inspiring living, working and learning environments. Architecture ought to address the environment as our daily existence is shaped by our surroundings and therefore how we live. By designing sustainably, we can create a built environment, which is vibrant and dynamic yet respectful to our landscape. Previously working in Melbourne, Australia on various aged care, tertiary and commercial projects. On return to New Zealand I have worked on residential and educational projects with the intermittent commercial fit-out.

I have experience on a number of large-scale commercial BIM projects abroad, in addition to working as an architectural technician in NZ for 6 years.

My primary role is to provide Chow:Hill an optimised CAD environment for efficiency and productivity on design process and project delivery. I aim to develop the most effective way to achieve this. I also look for knowledge and skills for high-end technology in order to respond to BIM demand in the AEC industry.

I am an architectural graduate with a technical background, providing an eye for design and a mind for buildability.

A new member to the Chow hill team, coming with 10 years experience involving a range of projects including educational, commercial and residential design. Bringing to the table robust technical knowledge and design capabilities to deliver a wide variety of projects.

I joined Chow:Hill after graduating with my Masters in Architecture (Prof) from Unitec Institute of Technology.

My final year project focused on Architectural Education and its distance between the profession. Breaking down the boundaries between the public, private and industry was a main focus. Creating a dialogue between the three sectors while establishing an exchange of ideas, knowledge and creativity. As we as Architects are creating spaces and places for people; particularly for people who may not know how architecture may affect them. Design is a bespoke response creating something incredible.

Brigid is the Hamilton Studio’s business manager, whilst also taking a hands on role in projects, from pre-design strategic planning, user engagement, facilitation and project administration.

A brand champion for Chow:Hill, Brigid is passionate about sharing her communications and marketing skills to assist our clients and the design process to align with corporate vision & goals. As a communications specialist, Brigid’s ethos lies in a people-focused approach to design and leading people to collaborate in order to result in success for all.

with a Diploma of Architectural Technology, I  bring  leading skills and techniques to the Chow:Hill team.

My key design strengths are in problem solving and in developing solutions and systems. With a previous experience in Graphic Design and a Bachelor of Media Arts (Graphic Design) I provide a fresh perspective to the team. I have a real desire to create the best design solutions for our clients. My background in service management means that I am always ready to listen to our clients so we can deliver the best service.

I have extensive experience in a broad range of commercial interior design sectors - primarily workplace, hospitality, multi-residential, aged care, healthcare, and exhibition.

A methodical designer with a strong analytical ability and attention to detail. I can respond to differing corporate philosophies, and able to gather and extrapolate data with ease to develop the optimum solution. Very much a team player and take pride in delivering projects that are skillful, creative and productive solutions that meet all stakeholders’ expectations.

Co founding Chow:Hill Architects in 1992, my main emphasis was in business development.

My skill in capturing a client's aspirations and articulating dreams by way of powerful graphics has contributed to business success historically. Add to this my continuing input to design reviews and mentoring of staff in the Hamilton Studio, I remain making a positive contribution to the growth and development of the Company.

I bring to the Chow:Hill team a NZ Certificate in Architectural Design - NZCD Arch, and am a registered Licenced Building Practitioner in Design D3.

Originally from Chritchurch, I have just over 20 years experience in the building industry, designing a variety of buildings across the entire spectrum in the built environment throughout New Zealand, from houses, schools, medical facilities, warehouses, to commercial and industrial buildings and interior fitouts. I bring to the Hamilton Studio of Chow:Hill a wealth of practical knowledge and 3D CAD skills across multi platforms which will help enhance the conceptual visual experience for our clients.

With a background in health and architecture, I am interested in how thoughtful design can affect the people that use a space; particularly for those who mightn’t ordinarily expect to encounter one.

My final year Masters of Architecture research thesis investigated how a therapeutic space could be implemented in a post-disaster scenario in Central Java. In practice, I am currently involved in healthcare planning and design, working to find creative solutions that both support medical practice and enhance patient well being, to ultimately facilitate the process of healing. Regardless of the typology, I’m a believer that good design should be accessible by all; an architecture for the people.

I have been part of the Chow:Hill Hamilton team since 2013 and have been mainly involved in the documentation of commercial and education buildings around the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions.

Before this, study and other work experiences had me living in Auckland, Australia and the UK. My experience to date has immersed me in working through socially responsive design solutions, demanding thoughtful and functional creativity. While abroad I worked on multi-residential buildings and precincts, public transport facilities and also the education sector. I have had experience working and leading teams of different technical consultants and have also gained technical knowledge in a variety of differing climates. Specific individual client needs also brought me to gain experience in a variety of different construction procurement options.

While returning to work back in Hamilton and the greater region I value the opportunity to be involved in enhancing the local urban landscape with solutions of sustainable, socially responsible and creative architecture.

I have been part of the Chow:Hill team since mid 2009. Educated and practising as an Architectural Technician over the past 10 years, my experience and understanding of construction methods contributes greatly to our success in achieving high performing buildings.

Working on a wide variety of projects including commercial, residential and educational, I strive to produce quality & extensive detailed design documents, resulting in positive project outcomes during the construction process, and to the benefit of our clients.

I'm an Aucklander who focuses my attention on designing for occupants. I'm interested in refreshing and improving daily experiences, and designing spaces that are effortlessly occupied and utilised.

I am a graduate from the University of Auckland, and since my graduation I've been involved in a range of projects, including high-value residential and multi-unit development, waterfront beaches, and also commercial interior fit-outs and warehouse development.

I live by the saying “When life gets too hard to stand, kneel”

As a part of the Commercial Support team I provide assistance around the office to the Finance Manager and all of the Directors. I am an experienced consultant with demonstrated history working in the computer software industry. Twenty years of skill and experience in Customer service, Office Administration, Coordinating and Finance Support. I have strong technical knowledge with a certificate in Web Development. I love arts and drinking tea.

I am a passionate believer that Architecture is critical to better our living, working, learning, healing and extra curricular environments. Design team and End-user collaboration and discourse is key to creating meaningful architecture, to improve our lives and suit our needs.

I am a registered, hands-on type of architect, with design and build experience in a vast array of building typologies, scales and construction methodologies, in many countries. I am passionate about creating inspirational, practical, flexible, vibrant and sustainable spaces, for all to optimise and enjoy for many lifetimes. Creativity, 'passive design', sustainability, durability, good aesthetics and a lot of practicality, should be a given to every project.

When you experience a building and it gets to you. It sticks in your memory and your feelings. I guess that's what I am trying to do. Peter Zumthor

I am passionate about architecture and how considered and responsible design can enrich lives. Well-conceived design can help things run more fluidly, improve people's well-being, and make life more enjoyable. I encourage the pursuit of design excellence. It depends on more than the individual and it grows with collaboration that pushes thinking. Excellence is achieved by a continuous state of reinvention that is driven by the participants in the process. It is essential to our work. The early part of my career was involved with hospitality and institutional work in large practices. Private practice followed and I was primarily delivering bespoke residential work that required close working relationships with clients to assist them in realising their dreams. While this work was immensely satisfying my interests expanded and I grew a desire to bring my skills to a larger practices and work with teams to deliver

I joined Chow:Hill after years of experience in Christchurch working on small-medium sized projects.

These included residential, commercial, aged care developments and also post-earthquake building repairs. Prior to living in Christchurch I worked in the Pacific and elsewhere overseas with clients involved in large scale Resorts and Spas, Healthcare, and Master-planning projects. I value strong practical construction knowledge with a focus on producing documentation that is easily interpreted by clients, authorities and builders. Here at Chow:Hill I am enjoying working on large-scale commercial projects and being part of a supportive, friendly team.

I completed my Master's degree in Architecture in 2013 at Tshwane University of Technology in South-Africa.

In addition to my academic qualifications, I have 5 year's international work experience in both South Africa and Canada, focusing mainly on institutional and commercial projects with some residential involvement. Through this experience, I has developed a comprehensive understanding of location specific design and construction principles, coupled with the ability to respectfully interact and communicate across several social and cultural borders. My love for imagery and design drives my passion for creating beautiful, purposeful buildings.

My extensive design portfolio includes working with clients in healthcare, customer service environments, commercial retail/sales fit-outs, and corporate office design and space planning.

My background in hospitality and commercial retail design, and management, has allowed me to specialise in space planning, work place ergonomics, layouts and systems as well as people and change management. I bring a unique design thinking to each project to create the ultimate design solution for the brief, budget, market place, brand or purely client expectation.

I joined Chow Hill after completing my Masters of Architecture at Victoria University in Wellington.

My research for my final year thesis was in response to the Christchurch earthquake and how it has affected the outlying suburbs. The shortage of housing has put added strain onto residents and a sense of community was lost. My response was a medium density housing development which addressed the problems surrounding urban sprawl, community wellbeing, public versus private space and the separation of the pedestrian and vehicle. So far at Chow Hill I have learnt a vast majority of knowledge and hope to further my skill set in the upcoming projects, as well as adding value to the architecture team.

I graduated from Victoria University of Wellington with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2012.

I am interested in how buildings shape the activities within our lives, and inversely how activities shape our buildings, the Kowloon Walled City in Hong Kong is a fascinating example. Restricted only by the hard edges of the city surrounding it this largely ungoverned anarchic outgrowth became an almost direct expression of the multiplicity of human needs of the people which existed within its boundaries – an entangled network of spaces, supporting a wide variety of activities. The Kowloon Walled City is an inspiring case study in considering the restrictions of site and space. Following graduation I have worked in New Zealand and Australia on a range of projects including heritage buildings, seismic upgrades, motor trade buildings, a student accommodation, and town house developments. Other experiences include teaching English in Shanghai, China. 
I joined Chow:Hill as an architectural graduate upon returning to New Zealand after several years living and travelling abroad.

Exploring a plethora of creative practice 

Throughout my masters' of architecture (professional) degree at the University of Auckland I enriched my approach to imagining innovative and tangible spatial experiences in shaping the places and faces that make up our lived environment.
This creative penchant of mine has ultimately molded a polymath approach to design, facilitating provocative spaces on the intersection of architecture and various disciplines, leveraging story-telling, fabrication, interactive and graphic design.

  
With substantial work experience in the fields of digital fabrication, graphic design, cutting-edge interactive technology and as a design & media tutor in university, I am interested in the trans-disciplinary role architects are to play in this world of social, political and technological flux.

I am passionate about outcomes of space that treat a diverse section of society, that delve into how we make safer public space and successful communities, ultimately social capital alongside environmentally friendly solutions.

I have 15+ years design experience in a variety of landscape projects that include the public open space and the streetscape, housing developments, educational facilities, environmental rehabilitation and award winning commercial design.

The diversity of experience I have garnered over the last thirty years, collaborating across the multiple disciplines has given me a unique set of skills capable of leading a project from creative concepts to construction completion, a prerequisite to successful relationships and landscape completion. 

As a Registered Architect I have been responsible for managing the successful outcome of projects meeting client briefs, budgets and programme requirements.

I work closely with clients to achieve the successful realisation of their projects. Over the last 25+ years I have been involved with a wide range of architectural projects large and small both in New Zealand & Australia. Within the last 15 years I have specialised in projects related to the retirement industry. Some of these projects have received both Australasian and New Zealand industry and design awards. With considerable experience in the architectural profession I have an important mentoring role within Chow:Hill.

With over 20 years as an Architect in New Zealand and England I am passionate and committed to Architecture to enhance people's daily experiences in the home, at work and in the public realm.

I have worked on numerous projects in the education and residential sectors as the lead architect. I enjoy embracing all the aspects of the brief and collaborating with the client, my colleagues, consultants and contractors to create a building that meets the brief in an innovative way and that all users can enjoy for many years.

I am a registered Architect and have been with Chow:Hill since 2013.

My experience has a broad range from the education sector to mixed commercial projects, refurbishments, and fit-outs. 
I am passionate about architecture and delivering designs that are well thought out and are flexible to adapt to their future potential. 
I enjoy developing presentation and imagery that assists the client to understand the vision and potential outcomes of their projects.  

As an architectural technician, I apply construction and technical knowledge to bring the architect's concept to life. 

On joining Chow:Hill (in 2016) I'm adding 24 years experience to our team, 14 as a technician on top of 10 years 'on the tools'. I love great architecture; it can be such a positive factor in people’s lives. We're all affected in some way by the homes we live in, offices where we work, hospitals, schools and all the buildings we interact with. That has a lot to do with why I want every building I'm involved in to be the best it possibly can.

I joined Chow:Hill Architects Auckland after completing the National Diploma of Architectural Technology at Unitec Institute of Technology.

I strive to always produce accurate documentation which clearly represents the data required for construction. I strongly believe it's important to maintain the high level of care and detail that our clients require in their projects.

I am a qualified Architect and Town Planner from Pune University, India. My experience comes from houses, apartments, commercial and industrial buildings and urban design, etc. 

As an architect and planner, I make a conscious effort to evolve design solutions that are functional, innovative and sustainable for users. I strive to make the project journey, from concept to completion, enjoyable for clients and colleagues, which gives me professional satisfaction.

A love for creativity, design, and people has lead me to pursue architecture.

I have completed a Bachelor in Architectural Studies and have experience in customer service roles, which has lead to my hybrid position here at Chow:Hill.

I have diploma in Architectural technology from Unitec institute of Technology.

I have worked as Architectural Technician for 11 years in Auckland. I have worked on Terraced houses, Social housing, Villas, Warehouses/ Offices, Student accommodation, Aged care facilities and commercial fitouts. For me to have robust discussion and respecting others in team and go forward in a positive way to provide quality documentation to achieve Client satisfaction. When projects we work on get built its rewarding and satisfying.

I joined the Hamilton team after being away from Chow:Hill for over 10 years.

Previously I was in their Christchurch office. As a senior architectural technician, I have wide ranging and varied experience in a broad variety of residential and commercial projects, both in NZ and UK. With over 40 years' experience in the industry I have been involved from concept to completion on projects ranging from residential to large scale commercial. The residential projects include; private residences, group housing and social housing developments. The commercial projects include; educational, retail, industrial, hospitality, health and offices. Before joining the Hamilton studio I worked in Christchurch and also for 4 years in London. While in Christchurch I was self-employed as an architectural designer for nearly 10 years.

I bring to the team at chow:hill architects my de­sign and technical experience in documenting residential and commercial projects. 

My years of experience in design and documenting projects from Fiji and New Zealand give me a broad understanding of people, habitat and culture. I have worked for a number of practices in New Zealand before joining the team at Chow:Hill. My steadfast and self-driven nature towards what I do helps to deliver what is required.

As an experienced architectural technician, my job is to focus on the detail and functional requirements in a building design. However, this does not restrict my passion for creative architecture. I believe every crazy idea put on paper can be achieved in built form but with persistence.

I have a Bachelor of Architectural Studies and a Diploma in Architectural Technology, and currently pursuing Master of Architecture (Professional) part time at Unitec Institute of Technology. I am committed to progress and this has always been a drive for me in everything I do. ­­­

I joined Chow: Hill Architects after completing my Master of Architecture (Professional) degree at Unitec.

My research for my final year of thesis was in response to the needs of a community and its environment, socially, culturally and physically. This project develops an architectural intervention that aims to capture the value of urban green spaces as assets for creating a liveable neighbourhood, which will also become a catalyst for the revitalisation of the area by reconnecting people to the natural landscapes of their community. This is achieved by creating a community-orientated architecture to support local and regional transport and to connect local and civic spaces. Good architecture is about understanding and responding to the needs of people and, the environment which is my greatest strength.

Architecture is about those who live, work and play in the spaces that we create. People are the key to this and this is where I focus my creative energy.

Over the last 10 years, I have worked on primary & secondary schools, airports, commercial fit outs, social housing, university projects and aged care facilities. I became a Registered Architect in 2015. I enjoy working on all parts of a design problem - from the engagement with clients and users to the ease of construction, the beauty of design to the functionality of the solution. I work to blend these things together to create architecture for people.

When I co-founded Chow:Hill in 1992 my depth of experience on large international architectural projects had convinced me that the creative principles of design could also be applied to business, project management and processes. This all embracing Total Design philosophy has seen the company develop into one of New Zealand’s significant design practices.

Previously, as managing director I ensured Chow:Hill constantly focussed on the future, and effective succession planning was always a key consideration and as chairman, I encouraged the sharing of accumulated wisdom as part of the personal and professional development and mentoring programme for the company’s new leaders.

My role as a Design Consultant is project-focused with special emphasis given to developing project strategies in support of client’s commercial objectives.

I completed a Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture with Merit from Unitec Institute of Technology and joined the Chow: Hill Auckland team with several years of work experience in China.

I have been involved in a wide range of landscape projects including residential, commercial, subdivision and school design. From my perspective, professional skills, creative thoughts and close cooperation within a multi-disciplinary team which includes clients, Urban Planners, Architects and Engineers, are all essential for projects to succeed. I am passionate about creating attractive, inspirational and sustainable spaces for people to use. I am also quite interested in exploring how Landscape Architectural strategies can be used to respond to a range of different problems caused by rapid urbanization in a sustainable and innovative way.

 

I hold a National Diploma in Architectural Technology. I bring knowledge and skill in using the latest technology to produce efficient, accurate work.

Also with a qualification in Interior Design, I have an ability to bring design flair as well as technical knowledge to the Chow:Hill team.

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Passionate about people, great first impressions and customer service I am part of the reception and commercial support team at Chow Hill.

With experience in various customer focused roles and a Bachelor of Business with majors in marketing and retail, I am the face you are most likely to see when you walk in the door at our Hamilton studio.

I am inspired by the growing conviction that there is a need to pursue fresh and innovative approaches to hospital design.

Propelled by the idea of reviving the image of hospitals in society, and suturing the severed physical and social connections to the city, my thesis project explored architecture's role in achieving these aspirations in health care design.

Hospitals are a legacy of humanity's deepest compassion. They embody our society's values and culture. I strive to bring my academic research and my experience in aged care to the planning and design of our health care projects with the aim of achieving a more architecturally expressive and empowering image of healthcare.

Passionate about producing quality results for our clients and supporting our team through detailing and documentation; I am an integral part of the Chow:Hill team in Hamilton. 

With over ten years of international experience in South Africa; I then moved to New Zealand to settle and raise my family. Upskilling with the latest changes in industry technology, I returned to my passion in Architecture in 2013. Over the years, I have enjoyed working on projects across all sectors and collaborating with our team to make each project a success.

I joined Chow:Hill to become a part of the architectural team and contribute to their wide range of projects.

After completing three years in residential design, following my Bachelor of Architectural Studies in Christchurch, I joined the practice to bring my experience into the commercial realm. My experience gives me a wide understanding of the design, detailing, and construction of projects. I am passionate about creating liveable spaces that improve and enrich the lives of the users.

I graduated with a degree in Architecture from the University of Zagreb in Croatia and moved to New Zealand, starting work in a small Architectural office.

I joined Chow:Hill in 2007 and my work here has centered mainly on health and aged-care projects. This represents a change in direction for me as I had beforehand mainly worked on residential projects. I have been involved in a variety of projects phases ranging from early consent stages, through construction to project administration. I gain particular satisfaction when after a great team effort our project finally comes to life.

I have 10 years project delivery experience in commercial / education / community sectors. Currently I am working on the Aged Care sector.

My passion lies in making positive impacts on different phases of the project delivery process: concept design, developed design, detail documentation, coordination with clients, consultants and contractors, contact administration and site observation. In addition to the competence and skills gained from work, my personal experiences in humanitarian aid and associated research have also given me a deep understanding of the importance of architecture and its role in society.

I joined Chow:Hill in 2016 after working in a number of New Zealand practices since graduating from Unitec.

My experience ranges from residential to commercial projects, and with an eye for detail I apply my construction knowledge to deliver the highest standard to every project. I believe as architectural professionals we have the ability and responsibility to shape and improve the communities we are involved in. It is because of this greater context than I have developed a passion for good design and detailing. At Chow:Hill we work hard towards adding value to all projects, while at the same time putting our client's needs first.

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