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We are a young architectural firm leading climate-conscious modern architectural practice and pride ourselves in providing a friendly and transparent architectural service.

Deep retrofits can transform existing homes into low-carbon, healthy places to live. This project with One Tree Hill Col...
08/09/2025

Deep retrofits can transform existing homes into low-carbon, healthy places to live.
 
This project with One Tree Hill College upgraded a former Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities state house to achieve HomeStar 7 (v5), improving health, comfort and energy efficiency. At the same time, the design team focused on:
 
- Retaining as much of the original structure and cladding as possible

- Applying low-carbon design strategies and materials

- Working with local trades and supply chains

- Improving thermal comfort and weathertightness
 

The result: a healthier, drier home with 33% less embodied carbon than a full rebuild, proving retrofit can deliver both better living standards and lower climate impacts.
 

Merry Christmas from Capana Group! 🎄 Thank you for supporting us this year. Here’s to a greener, brighter 2025! 🌿
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from Capana Group! 🎄 Thank you for supporting us this year. Here’s to a greener, brighter 2025! 🌿

Francisco will be speaking about LCAlink for the upcoming Life Cycle Assessment Tools Overview Webinar hosted by Te Kāhu...
26/11/2024

Francisco will be speaking about LCAlink for the upcoming Life Cycle Assessment Tools Overview Webinar hosted by Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects

The webinar aims to provide an introductory overview of some of the more commonly used Life Cycle Assessment Tools in NZ and is a great chance to learn about the benefits and practical use of the different tools available.

🗓️ 12pm, December 5th

See more and register online at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sv_oDWMwRoO28LYPrNSYCw #/registration

You can also contact us at anytime with questions about LCAlink at [email protected]

We are looking for a volunteer interested in being involved in an exercise to determine the carbon emissions of an exist...
13/06/2024

We are looking for a volunteer interested in being involved in an exercise to determine the carbon emissions of an existing prominent NZ building and a proposed retrofit.

Estimated time
40 hours over 1 month. The project will begin once the applicant has been selected. Refer below for requirements and further details on the role.

What are we looking for?
All current and past students welcomed
Passion for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
Interest in built environment and sustainability
Basic minimum level of Autodesk Revit

What will you be doing?
Assisting with LCA (Life Cycle Analysis)
Assisting with passive design solutions
Assisting with Solar radiation analysis
Assisting with Sun studies
Assisting with Research

Other details:
In-office work at Capana Group office located in Eden Terrace
Flexible hours to work with current students
All software and equipment will be provided to you as needed
Training and support provided
This is an unpaid internship because the project is not billable, however, it is a great upskilling opportunity with the potential to lead to future prospects.

We can offer flexible schedules for current students who will be continuing their studies.
This opportunity will offer learning opportunities for the successful applicant to gain industry experience, sustainable experience in retrofitting, practical experience doing LCA, and practical experience in sustainable analysis with a significant building in NZ

A few months back, I had the honour of giving a lecture on architectural detailing at the University of Auckland. The fo...
22/11/2023

A few months back, I had the honour of giving a lecture on architectural detailing at the University of Auckland. The focus was on refining skills and understanding the art of communication.

Grateful for the positive feedback, and looking ahead to more opportunities like this!

Panel Discussion for the AUT Business & Entrepreneurship course. Thank you for the invite to speak to the next generati...
17/08/2023

Panel Discussion for the AUT Business & Entrepreneurship course.

Thank you for the invite to speak to the next generation of Architects!

Sustainable developments are becoming increasingly attractive to potential buyers and local Councils alike. Environmenta...
12/06/2023

Sustainable developments are becoming increasingly attractive to potential buyers and local Councils alike. Environmental consciousness is beneficial to both the planet and inhabitants saving on operational costs.
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Learn more about our approach to sustainable developments at https://www.fncdesigns.com/sustainability

OPEN LECTURECath Carbajal will be off to Thailand Vetiver Network International Conference in a couple weeks to present ...
10/05/2023

OPEN LECTURE

Cath Carbajal will be off to Thailand Vetiver Network International Conference in a couple weeks to present her paper “How to facilitate faster uptake/acceptance of Vetiver Grass Technology (VGT)” This is an opportunity to experience it locally before she leaves!

All welcome!

Abstract
This presentation addresses ways to facilitate faster uptake and acceptance of vetiver grass technology (VGT). VGT offers numerous benefits for sustainable development, such as soil conservation, erosion control, phytoremediation, and wastewater treatment. Despite its potential, the adoption of this technology faces many challenges, including: lack of awareness; inadequate knowledge and misguided concepts; excessive costs related to plants and labour; and limited access to planting materials. Various issues have been identified and this presentation looks at possible strategies to overcome common problems with some innovative responses and by adopting a more accommodating approach.
This paper is written through a personal lens.

Catherine Carbajal

Take a look at some of the highlights from the incredible architecture tour we helped organise on Waiheke Island a few w...
16/04/2023

Take a look at some of the highlights from the incredible architecture tour we helped organise on Waiheke Island a few weeks ago!

We were thrilled to explore some of the most stunning and innovative homes on the island and meet some of the talent behind them.

A huge thanks to for putting the day together and making an unforgettable experience possible!

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51 New North Road, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1021
Auckland
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