As architects, we believe in the importance of personal and collective agency. Not just as creatives, but problem solvers.
As a practice we operate under one clear goal – to give more than we take.
That is our big picture.
CAPA is committed to being environmentally and ethically conscious whilst responding at a local level.
We believe it is imperative that we partner with, and advocate for, biodiversity within our community and state.
Together with the wider architecture community, CAPA looks to shine a light on the urgency of action.
“ The jury’s decision to award this suburban house is based on the belief that the ambitions and the aspirations set by the complex brief have been met in an exceptional way, resulting in a robust example of sustainable design.
Ideologically, the designers have responded to the local wetland and emulated it by creating a microcosm of the surrounding environment. The clients have facilitated this process by renouncing mechanical thermal control and relying instead on a series of ponds, food/foliage growing, garden roofs, deep verandas and solar energy. This philosophy has allowed the designers to achieve the goal of the house and the gardens being fully integrated.
The project has surpassed expectations of solar passive design principles and merits congratulations for its experimentation and exploration of design, rainwater harvesting, active landscaping and allowing for future enhancements of natural energy sources. The connection between rooms and landscape is crafted specifically to nurture the user and the private natural environment resulting in a delightful architectural experience.”
2019 HIA AWARD WINNER
Perth Greensmart
Sustainable Home of the Year
Not only do we work to promote native biodiversity and ethical practice in our designs,
but our office has become carbon-neutral at an operational level.
[for the financial year of 2021-2022]
We are committed to achieving net-zero emissions across our operations by 2030 and beyond.
Transparency is key - view our Public Disclosure report to learn more about our journey.
“It’s not about the piece of paper. It’s about what standing up as a carbon neutral or net zero business represents.”
- Practice Capital
The “Big Picture”
A selection of environmental initiatives we support and engage with that contribute to our sustainable future:
Our practice is one of 1120 who have collectively committed to strengthening positive work practices. Read our pledge.
The Australian Institute of Architects have launched a Climate Action Sustainability Taskforce to decarbonise the construction industry by 2030.
As donors and offset investors - CAPA has taken part in Australia’s native reforestation. Read about the revegetation of Southwest Australia’s wheatbelt.
Founded by the United Nations “A shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet”.
Australia’s longest standing carbon offset provider. Since 2001, they have established more than 14’000 hectares and planted over 30 million trees.
Our studio is a proud participator of this local recycling initiative. Give containers a new life, and donate your profits to support our future.
A best practice guide created by the Australian government for businesses to manage emissions, achieve carbon neutrality and gain certification.
Learn about Earth’s biodiversity collapse in this eye-opening documentary and how this crisis can still be averted.