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Biophilic Design
Incorporating elements of nature into the built environment can have a positive impact on healing. We integrate biophilic design principles, such as natural lighting, green spaces, and soothing colour palettes, to create healing environments.
Collaborative Approach
We collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, architects, interior designers, and other stakeholders to ensure that the design aligns with the clinical requirements while fostering a healing atmosphere.
Continuous Improvement
We believe in an iterative design process, seeking feedback from users and making adjustments as needed to ensure that our healthcare facilities continue to meet the evolving needs of the community.
Empathetic Design
Our design team prioritises empathy, striving to put themselves in the shoes of those who will use the healthcare facilities. This ensures that the designs are sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of all users.
Flexible Spaces
Healthcare environments should be adaptable to changing needs. We design spaces that can be reconfigured easily to accommodate evolving healthcare practices and technologies.
Technology Integration
We leverage technology to enhance the patient experience, whether through digital wayfinding, telemedicine capabilities, or interactive elements that engage and educate patients.
User Centered Research
We begin by conducting in-depth research to understand the needs, preferences, and expectations of all stakeholders, including patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. This research informs the design process.
Inclusivity
We are committed to creating spaces that are accessible and inclusive for individuals of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds. Our designs adhere to universal design principles to eliminate barriers and ensure equitable access.
Patient-Centered Spaces
Patient rooms, waiting areas, and communal spaces are designed with the patient experience in mind. We prioritise comfort, privacy, and a sense of control for patients during their healthcare journey.
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Market Leader Healthcare
Jonathan Nistor
As the Healthcare Market Lead, Jonathan has a wide experience and understanding of healthcare in Aotearoa.
His strong-track record for client-side governance, business advisory, project management and strategic direction allows him to provide leadership of complex, build programmes within multi-site and multi-regional environments.
Jonathan’s previous role was National Projects Delivery Manager/ Projects Principal for Southern Cross Healthcare. Prior to this he was Capital Programme Interface Manager at Auckland Airport and multi-discipline Senior Project Leader and Electrical Engineer in the Property Development Team at WSP Parsons Brinkerhoff.
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Associate Director - Strategic Advisory
Vanessa Neven
With over a decade of experience deeply rooted in healthcare, Vanessa has driven national-level Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and carbon reduction initiatives, fostering sustainable collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams, clients and contractors.
Vanessa is a highly accomplished Associate Director in Strategic Advisor with over 10 years of diverse experience in Sustainability, ESG, and business management, primarily within the healthcare sector. She is recognised for spearheading national-level initiatives in ESG and carbon reduction, driving collaboration and integrating sustainable practices.
Vanessa's achievements include implementing New Zealand's largest private hospital network's carbon reduction certification and leading decarbonization programs. Her strategic leadership has fostered a culture of sustainability and growth while enhancing patient care and well-being
Programme Director, Architecture
Mike Barns
In his 36+ years of work as a Project Director and Principal Architect, Mike has led several multi-billion-dollar projects for the healthcare, airports, hospitality and education sector.
Mike is of Ngāti Tūwharetoa descent and continues to support Kaupapa Māori initiatives across Aotearoa. This has included work in Ōtepoti with Ngāi Tahu and Aukaha to support their participation in major infrastructure projects, ensuring their cultural identity and environmental concerns are addressed and memorialised within the region.
Mike was responsible for managing the first fully digital healthcare facility in Aotearoa, Dunedin Hospital as part of the client team, the consultant design teams, contractors, and subcontractors, setting the project up for success.
Project Director
Yazan Darwazeh
Yazan has excelled in leading healthcare projects globally. His notable work includes leading the development of Auckland's Specialised Rehabilitation Centre, focusing on spinal and stroke rehabilitation (2020-2023), and managing the Totara Humaru (ECIB) project in Auckland, delivering a 150-bed facility with advanced surgical and endoscopy units (2018-2019).
Internationally, he played a pivotal role in the completion of the Mafraq Hospital in Abu Dhabi, a 741-bed comprehensive care facility (2009-2012), and the Al Ain Hospital, a 719-bed hospital catering to a wide range of medical services (2009-2012), both with Allen & Shariff Corporation. Through these projects, Yazan has significantly contributed to enhancing healthcare infrastructure and services both in New Zealand and the UAE.
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Major Projects and Commerical Manager
Jon Hill
Jon is a Chartered Professional Engineer in New Zealand and the UK with a solid foundation in Structural Engineering for both public and private sectors.
His project portfolio includes significant contributions to the New Dunedin Hospital, the Palmerston North Acute Mental Health Unit, and the Te Whatu Ora Risk and Assurance Review of Critical Infrastructure.
Jon’s strengths are rooted in his 30 years of experience in structural engineering, skilled in designing with all major construction materials. He has held key roles such as Engineer to Contract, Engineers Representative, and Project Director, showcasing his leadership in guiding design teams to success.
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Senior Project Manager – Regions
Lynda Hocquard
Lynda has gained her strong project management experience through her involvement in a variety of different industries and offers a robust mix of unique knowledge and skills.
Well versed in a comprehensive range of project management tools and techniques, Lynda possesses the ability to engage and foster long-lasting relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders, while she thrives on delivering successful outcomes for her clients.
Currently leading the Taranaki Cancer Centre project, Lynda oversees the demolition of an existing structure to construct a new Oncology building equipped with a Linac bunker and provision for a future second Linac machine. Her role encompasses managing a multidisciplinary team delivering engineering services, including Geotechnical, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Infrastructure, Acoustics, Fire Protection, and Fire Engineering.
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Principal Design Manager
Seamus Slattery
Seamus's profound design expertise has played a pivotal role in crafting unparalleled and groundbreaking solutions for our clients.
With a bias towards project delivery, Seamus excels in leading teams through collaboration and openness. His expertise in design has been honed through years of experience in consulting and contracting business structures, resulting in a keen eye for detail and an unwavering focus on driving value and results. Seamus has a diverse portfolio, having worked across sectors such as Healthcare, Education, Social Housing, Retail, Office Towers, and High-End Residential.
Seamus's expertise in design has been instrumental in creating unique and innovative solutions for his clients. His combination of design and project management skills makes him a valuable asset to any complex project that requires the highest standards of quality and innovation.
Principal Engineer-ICT and Security
Clyde Field
Clyde's experience is marked by a high-security clearance. His roles have nurtured a versatile problem-solving approach, strong leadership qualities, and effective teamwork skills. Through working in diverse and demanding environments, Clyde has gained a global perspective on technology's impact and applications, making him a versatile and invaluable asset in the industry.
Over the past decade, Clyde’s involvement in designing ITC systems and solutions for the new build sector, particularly in healthcare, and age care has evolved into a significant passion. This includes his work For Hamilton Cancer Unit, delivering the Audio-Visual design scope and specification for music and AV controls, completing the security solution upgrades for the Global Switch Sydney Data Centre in Christchurch, to his recent involvement designing the ICT solutions and security solutions, and managing the operational risk review for the Whanganui Courts.
Principal Landscape Architect
Megan RAnderson
Megan is an accomplished landscape architect and urban designer with a wealth of global experience. Her expertise spans various projects worldwide, with a particular emphasis on health care master planning, design, and documentation.
Megan is currently contributing as a specialist panel member for a PhD research paper on Therapeutic Hospital Gardens at Griffith University, Australia. Her passion lies in exploring how nature can positively impact the health and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors.
With a strong background in project coordination, and stakeholder engagement, Megan excels in overseeing diverse health care projects, from major hospital constructions to smaller facility enhancements. She is adept at accessibility design and consulting with low and blind vision users, ensuring inclusivity in all projects.
Technically highly proficient, Megan has over 10 years of BIM documentation and implementation for Landscape Architecture on major complex projects involving coordination with consultants and clients using variety of project management platforms and systems. Her expertise in BIM projects has positioned her as an international industry leader, reflected in her contributions to the NZ BIM Handbook.
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Principal Sustainability Consultant
Graham Gilleberg
Graham's expertise extends beyond healthcare, having worked with public and private sector clients in all sectors and stages of design and construction. He has a background working at the Buildings Research Establishment in the UK, where he served as a Principal Consultant in the Sustainability team.
Graham has a proven track record of effectively engaging with teams and managing projects ranging from single buildings to large sustainable urban town extensions with over 4500 dwellings.
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Operations Director – Buildings Services
Rishen Maharaj
Rishen has significantly contributed to healthcare and educational projects globally, with standout roles in New Zealand and the UK. As the Lead Electrical Engineer for the Grey Base Hospital and IFHC Redevelopment in Greymouth, New Zealand (2015-2020), he enhanced a facility providing essential services to the community. In the UK, he improved facilities at the Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead (2009-2010), a center famous for pioneering burns and plastic surgery.
Recently, he led the Tunnel Mechanical and Electrical work for the Mount Messenger program of work; leading the tunnels Mechanical and Electrical team in delivering the design for a rural tunnel, with forms part of the new SH3 realignment.
Due to his extensive expertise, Rishen sits on the standards committee for developing the AS/NZ 3000 (Wiring Rules) and Emergency Lighting. He also founded the Electrical Engineering Group at Engineering NZ and now sits on the committee having previously been Chair. He also has been recognised as a fellow of Engineering NZ and CIBSE.
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