A sense of place and respect for the genius locii is inherent in our approach to the design of new buildings. Style is just a pragmatic part of our response to a brief where quality of outcomes is the overriding consideration and notions of authenticity are not allowed to get in the way of what is appropriate. In the technology we make use of the pursuit of novelty for its own sake is avoided. Fitness for purpose and a proven record of performance are the preferred qualities we seek to exploit.