
Get your houses in order - The classier, cheaper alternatives that could address our housing shortage
Making the case for a Patternbook of New Zealand Townhouses, to make the development of high quality, well designed, affordable and sustainable townhouses as straightforward and simple as possible.

Market hall among city revitalisation ideas
Architect William Samuels addresses the attendees of the Revitalisation Summit at Trafalgar Centre run by Nelson City Council

Rethinking Home - City Talks
Through the lens of architecture and advocacy, William discusses what we value when we think about ‘home,’ and the design opportunities available when we recalibrate our expectations. Exploring projects undertaken in Melbourne and New Zealand, as well as a broader reflection on the role of advocacy in the architectural profession, the talk will reflect on ways that we can contribute towards more liveable, sustainable, and vibrant homes and cities.


Is it time for councils to be more active in shaping our cities?
Making the case for a Nelson Tasman Urban Development Agency

Much to be excited about with new library project
In the face of public uncertainty, we explore the value that a new Nelson Central Library could bring to our city