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Jamie IrvineJamie Irvine

Jamie Irvine

Associate Director | Christchurch Studio Lead

About

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I believe that architecture is the symbiosis of art and engineering. Great architecture must consider every part and system within itself to ensure a positive outcomes for the client and end users. My design approach is that logic should drive all design decisions; if a decision cannot be simplified back to first principle logic, then it could be simplified.

Education
Registered Architect, Master of Architecture
Location
Christchurch
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New Zealand
Accreditations
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Work

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With professional experience across New Zealand and the UK, my work demonstrates a passion for good design with simple construction methodologies. When working with project teams I ensure the budget and constructability are maintained, along with the original design intent.

Inspiration

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I’m not a fan of being a ‘fan’ of architecture, As a designer, I look to human behavior and life experience for inspiration. In my personal projects, I enjoy the idea that design can facilitate the reuse of existing ‘things’, by discovering another life for items we already have.

I just go crazy if I have to drive around town, so I tend to bike for my commute. Yes it’s a Fixie!
I love getting our into the mountains for a ski or hike - the wide open outdoors is good for us!
I enjoy books on social and cultural interactions, and how this influences our perception of space, design and culture.