My professional and teaching interests have developed into a multi-disciplined approach to design, which often spans the realms of furniture, interiors, graphic and architecture. As a direct result of my experience in the design, fabrication and education professions, I have developed a method of creative problem solving which comes from looking at a concept from a multitude of perspectives and scales; often embracing alternative materials and methods which continually yield new and innovative design solutions.

Inspiration for my work has always come from the environment - both built and natural. I gain passionate inspiration from both the city streets as well as the wonders of nature.  Geometry, texture and form are always around us and we need only to look, listen and learn from all that the world can offer.

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Working in today’s design sensitive world, I constantly challenge my design methodology to always maintain a sense of conceptual rigor during the entirety of any project regardless of scale, budget or programmatic challenges.

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I continually evaluate the work; make any necessary adjustments so as to always comply with my fundamental design beliefs:

                                        Smart design is efficient.

                                        Smart design should not cost a lot. 

                                        Smart design requires a lot of thinking.

                                        Smart design should challenge the user.

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