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10 | Mantric Architecture embedded in everything we do. From the very first briefing, we’re always looking for opportunities to make sure the building has the right orientation – to make sure heat is going where you want it and being blocked where it’s not needed.” “We’re also selecting materials that we know have a sustainable profile,” he adds. “We’re doing everything we can right from the start.” When Mantric Architecture comes up with a design, David says their main objec- tive is to achieve a high-quality, satisfying re- sult for the people of the communities where they work. According to him, that is – and always will be – the company’s most impor- tant focus. At the same time, however, when award recognition from bodies such as the LSAA comes along, he says it’s still very sat- isfying. “It’s humbling and a badge of honour, es- pecially when you’re against such exception- al projects,” he says. “It’s really rewarding.” “Every time we put pen to paper, we’re trying to do something that is better than the work we’ve done before and push the boundaries of excellence,” he explains. “To get a confirmation that we’ve achieved that is PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES