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Ilycia Laverty

Architectural Designer
Auckland Available For Hire Email them
Ilycia Laverty
Hi, I’m architectural designer stepping into the world of regenerative architecture, where design isn’t just about buildings. It’s about stories, ecosystems and connections. My background in specialty retail and design consultancy taught me the power of creativity, problem-solving and bringing ideas to life. For my thesis, ‘An Intervening Opportunity’, I explored how architecture can restore and rewild spaces, creating places where people and nature don’t just coexist but thrive together. I believe good design tells a story of place, of community, of possibility and I am eager to keep learning, collaborating and bringing those stories to life.
Looking For a Mentor
I am looking for a mentor who is willing to take me under their wing, someone generous with their wisdom, who can guide me through the architectural profession while encouraging my creative and regenerative design instincts. I'd value a relationship grounded in trust, openess and mutual inspiration, where I can grow confidently as a collaborating freelancer and stay true to my intuitive, Earth connected design values.

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Luxcity - Archrobatics

Luxcity was a large scale fabrication studio with the purpose to produce a city of light for a one night event at the Festival of Transitional Architecture (FESTA) in Christchurch.

The overarching strategy was to use light
in conjunction with large scale demolition machinery to create structures that
are both ephemeral and contend with the vastness of the urban scale.

Key challenges for the design included scale and the expected large number of visitors in conjunction with transportability, quick
assembly and suitability for an outdoor environment.
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