I am a chartered Architect, with specialist accreditation in Conservation (Advanced) and Sustainable Design. I have 30 years experience in leading design team on diverse conservation, community and eco-buildings projects, with a particular interest in ecological design, vernacular materials, community-led regeneration and the confluence of natural and built heritage.I lead Arc, an architectural practice that has won numerous awards for our work. We are actively involved in research and engaging with a wide cultural community of place and environment.I currently also act as an Executive of Earth Building UK & Ireland and Convener of Cohousing Scotland.