Innate_Field Notes

Rob Brown

Principle of Casey Brown Architecture, a studio known for its grounded, poetic approach to site and structure

Sydney

What creative lens or inner philosophy shapes the work you do—and how does it influence the spaces, stories, or objects you create?

The lens is changed for every project as no two projects are the same but are joined by sensitive listening to the clients and rigorous research to understand the site with an over arching aim of doing things the very best we can. This hopefully creates authentic and special places which maximise the sites potential while solving its problems in a beautiful timeless way.

Which designer or material has most influenced you—or feels especially aligned with where design is headed?

Material selection for us is about creating a feeling that with time the material will only get better with age. Ofcourse we are aware of other designers but find our greatest inspiration is in nature.

Where do you turn when you're creatively blocked—what helps reignite your inspiration?

Nature is a great reviver.

What’s your favourite design piece in your home, studio, or a recent project?

There are two many to name but I am very pleased with the way we integrated the rock platforms and boulders into the recent work at Babylon in Avalon

Is there a craftsperson, maker, or store that continues to inspire you?

Yes Jeffery Broadfield a designer/ maker of buildings ,furniture and master craftsman he is a genius with all things timber and metal.

What's one thing you never compromise on in your work or creative process?

Getting the best solution and not rushing the process.

If you could check in anywhere tomorrow—just for inspiration or rest—where would you go?

Love to hang out in a Greek island village for the summer with a house right on the waters edge!

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