When we began this process in 2022, we started with a fundamental question: how can we measure and demonstrate our commitment to our society and environment for our clients, our colleagues, our community.

As an employee-owned architectural practice, we wanted more than good intentions. We wanted accountability, transparency, and a framework for continuous improvement.

The process proved to be more than a scoring exercise. The materiality assessment revealed that our strongest priorities lie in environmental, social and people centred aspirations. Precisely where our values have always been.

The Impact Assessment itself was rigorous, taking several months of evidence gathering and honest evaluation. It was challenging, but invaluable; holding a mirror up to our practice and highlighting both our strengths and where we have room to grow.

We’re proud to have achieved B Corp certification. This milestone marks the beginning, as the B Corp framework gives us the tools to keep improving, to keep questioning, to keep accountable as well as aligned with our clients and values.

This document outlines our journey from initial assessment through to our decision to pursue certification. It explains our process, our performance, and our ongoing commitment to using business as a force for good.

Steve, Rachael, and Tim