Our Philosophy
We believe that good design has the power to improve people's lives. That's why we don't try to reinvent the wheel, but to apply principles that have been proven to work over millennia
Livability as our Northern Star
Everything we do is focused at improving livability: creating places that make people healthier and happier, places that are vibrant, economically prosperous, safe and beautiful.
Evidence based design
We do believe in innovation, but we always try to test new insights with research and empirical findings to make sure choices are grounded in reality. We also value the wisdom embedded in (local) design traditions - knowledge that should be used, not ignored, to create communities that are adapted to local needs, circumstances & sensibilities.
Places with a real heart
We believe in urban plans that create a true ‘sense of place’, in places that offer the charm, authenticity and vibrancy that people so desperately seek nowadays.
We believe that, under the right circumstances and with good design, such places can be created.
Gentle density & beauty
We champion 'gently dense' urban development: neighborhoods composed of mid-rise buildings arranged according to proven urban form. This approach accommodates substantial populations, while ensuring that residents can live in human scaled environments, with ample daylight and open space.
