Short Architecture is redefining architectural practice to be part of the solution, by integrating sustainable design expertise at every step.
Our mission is to help you to create sustainable architecture that gives more than it takes to the planet, is healthy and absolutely delightful.
Architecture for big impact
Services for big impact
Our services are designed to make delivering sustainable and climate-friendly buildings easier. We offer architectural services with integrated sustainability expertise as well as standalone sustainability consultancy services.
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We offer architectural services for new homes, multi-residential and renovations. From feasibility, briefing and site and climate analysis to design, documentation and construction observation. We’re here to help make your dream sustainable home a reality.
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From initial sustainability project assessments and roadmaps through to certification. Our services are designed to fast forward the climate positive impact of homes and buildings in Aotearoa.
The climate crisis requires working together like never before. We offer practice-to-practice help with energy and embodied carbon assessments, as well as optimisation workshops and certification guidance with no judgement!
A commitment towards zero carbon
Zero carbon architecture aims for a balance of net zero greenhouse gas emissions from the lifecycle of a building from materials extraction, construction, use and finally end of life.
It's not easy but we believe it's our responsibility when using such great quantities of raw materials, and locking in energy emissions for decades to come that we give this our best effort by designing energy efficient and low embodied carbon architecture.
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NZRAB Registered Architect
NZIA Architect Member
NZGBC Homestar Assessor
NZGBC Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP)
Fiona Short
Great to see you here! I’m Fiona, a Registered Architect and Sustainability Consultant and I want to help you create a home, or housing, that is beautiful, healthy and climate-positive.
I started Short Architecture to be part of the solution. Using my skills to embed sustainable thinking into every step of the design process. Every project is a tailored response to not only your brief, but also the climate, the site and what matters to you.
I’d love nothing more than to hear about your project. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Fiona