Context - ecological, historical, cultural, geographical context are very important to us although occasionally requested artistic strokes can create a new context
Environmental - designing with methods for minimal use of CO2 during construction and continued with independence from fossil fuels to maintain. Maximizing benefits to local/native ecology and nurture the existing biodiversity. Minimal use of tap/well water use to maintain, innovative management of storm water, and use of local materials.
Universal Design - creating a built environment to be aesthetic pleasing, inclusive, and usable to the greatest extent possible by everyone, regardless of their age, ability, or status in life
Relevance - designing to reflect ideals, beliefs, needs, and nurture positive relationships with the outdoors
