Graduate to Intermediate
Over the last year or so, Cass has gained the trust and respect of her peers and clients, becoming a reliable and sought-after team member with proactive communication and technical skills. Cass manages her time efficiently and effectively—this allows her to handle multiple projects while also dedicating time to studio culture and chair the Wellington branch of the NZILA. Dedicated and ambitious, she is already making great progress towards becoming a registered landscape architect. The future holds great promise for Cass.
Since joining us two years ago Naomi has been on an Isthmus adventure with an unknown destination. She has grown into her role by focusing on a wide range of projects within and beyond her illustration wheelhouse. Constantly curious, Naomi has grown from being a 2D designer to one that now thinks fully in three dimensions. Gently challenging, Naomi is able to elevate a project to something truly beautiful, simple and unique.
Rhianna is willing to give anything a go! She is a lively and enthusiastic member of the Tāmaki studio and has rapidly gained confidence and experience as a graduate architect. She’s become a key team member on Jimmy’s Point, Evans Bay, and Hospital Road Apartments — three of the studio’s most complex Architectural projects. It’s been great to see her grow her critical thinking on detailed design and delivery, including liaising with clients and consultants.
Josh is passionate about digital design innovation, dynamic parametric modelling and generative design workflows. He has been busy championing these ideas, showing leadership and development and extending his networks. His advanced digital skills and drive to do things more efficiently and effectively have seen him working on multiple projects across the studio. In a short space of time Josh has become a vital team member on some of our most interesting and complex projects.
Since Dana joined Isthmus a year ago, she has consistently demonstrated her creative skills and dedication. With a curious mind and a good understanding of the built environment, she enjoys the overlap between Urban Design and Architecture. Always thoughtful, Dana is proactive in anticipating project needs and has developed positive relationships with colleagues, consultants, and clients. Dana has quickly found her feet at Isthmus, becoming a trusted pair of hands and a valuable team player.
Since joining Isthmus in late 2021, Marie has consistently impressed us with her positive attitude, remarkable multitasking and unwavering commitment to our studio. She has embraced every task thrown her way, demonstrating her exceptional organisational skills and adaptability. Marie’s communication skills shone through as she started capturing our studio hui, ensuring that important information was communicated the Isthmus way. This has quickly progressed to her being promoted from Studio Concierge to Marketing and Communications Coordinator.
Intermediate to Senior
We all know Salva as a passionate and brave member of our studio. Over the past year she has demonstrated growing leadership skills both inside and outside of Isthmus. Salva has gained the trust and respect of colleagues, external consultants and contractors with her clear communication and diligent mahi. She continues to set goals and achieve results to a high standard. Salva has a strong and clear vision for her career path, with the final steps towards becoming a Registered NZ Architect planned for 2024.
Senior to Associate
Frank has been practicing as a landscape architect for over 14 years now. In the 5 years he has been with us, he has shown excellent growth and dedication to our kaupapa. Frank has excellent people skills and makes space to support individual growth team building. Frank understands how to manage and lead high-quality projects outcomes. He approaches client and collaborator relationships in an earnest and open manner and is held in high regard by collaborators and clients. Frank can be guaranteed to bring energy into the room.
Zach has been with Isthmus for almost 5 years in which time he has honed an impressive set of technical skills. His work sets the bar for high-quality landscape documentation. Zach thrives in complex and technically challenging projects, recently delivering Maungawhau Stage 2 and Awataha Greenway. He proudly represented Isthmus during the January flooding, presenting Awataha flood mitigation to Auckland Council and Recreation NZ. Zach lives the Isthmus tukanga, dives deep into things he can and shows a continual desire to grow and learn, as show through his selection for this year’s Emerging Leaders Programme.
Rose joined Isthmus 5 years ago and has continued to grow in her role as an adaptable and highly valued design planning specialist. From district wide policy to private development, aquaculture to future intensification studies, Rose shows a continuing passion and curiosity for her craft. She brings a deep understanding of landscape values and integrated design to the RMA process. Her collaborative way of working, ability to tackle complexity, and tenacity in any task is much appreciated. This shines through in her support of the Design Planning champion network, contribution to project teams, and skill sharing across the studio.