We need to take a long-term view of the buildings we design and the relationships we form with clients – establishing ambitious targets to cut emissions and use of finite natural resources; and with users – understanding their needs and enabling new lifestyles that adapt to the local climate and nurture dynamic communities and ecosystems.

We must minimise energy use with efficient envelopes and layouts, adopting circular economy principles with the introduction of regenerative natural materials such as timber and the extension of the life span of components and buildings through reuse and recycling.