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10+

Years Experience

40+

Valued Clients

60+

Projects Nationally

Who is
Capana Group?

Capana Group is an emerging firm with a multidisciplinary background dedicated to advancements within the built environment. Specialising in architecture, reporting, research, and consulting, we are committed to driving positive change through our actions. We strive to enable our clients and partners to achieve their goals with our guidance and innovative thinking.

Our Story

Capana Group was founded in Aotearoa on Waiheke Island, sparked by a thesis written by founder Francisco Carbajal. The thesis explored how to integrate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) into architectural practice, building on the early architectural projects that Capana Group undertook.

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Our passion for sustainability and innovation continued to grow, leading to the development of LCAlink—a much-needed design tool that seamlessly collects data from BIM for carbon calculations. We are proud to offer this software to the industry completely free of charge.

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This inquiry marked the beginning of Capana Group’s journey, rooted in research-driven changes aimed at advancing the industry and making a meaningful impact on the built environment.

At Capana Group, we believe true change begins with understanding and measurement. Our story is one of continuous learning, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in design and construction.

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This is just the beginning

Our Goal

At Capana Group, our goal is to cultivate practical, innovative, and sustainable approaches to the built environment. We strive to create positive long-lasting impacts through our actions, integrating solutions that are guided by values on a global scale.

Meet 
Our Team:

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Francisco Carbajal

Director of Capana Group

DipArch, BArch, MArch Prof (Hons.)

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Francisco Carbajal

Director of Capana Group

DipArch, BArch, MArch Prof (Hons.)

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Francisco Carbajal

Director of Capana Group

DipArch, BArch, MArch Prof (Hons.)

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Francisco Carbajal

Director of Capana Group

DipArch, BArch, MArch Prof (Hons.)

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Aflah Alamsah Dani

Dani is a PHD candidate interested in building sustainability, life cycle assessment, embodied carbon, circular economy, risk engineering, construction management, and project management.

Low Carbon and Sustainability Consultant

BEng, MEngSt

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Francisco Carbajal

Francisco, Director of Capana Group, has a strong background in architecture and sustainable design. He specialises in Low Carbon Design and Sustainability for the Built Environment and led the development of LCAlink, a tool designed to advance sustainability practices in the industry.


Francisco also lectures in Environmental Design and Architectural Ecologies at the University of Auckland and AUT. In 2024, he was recognised as an Emerging Leader by the New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC).Styles.

Director of Capana Group

DipArch, BArch, MArch Prof (Hons.)

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Harry Lee

Francisco, Director of Capana Group, has a strong background in architecture and sustainable design. He specialises in Low Carbon Design and Sustainability for the Built Environment and led the development of LCAlink, a tool designed to advance sustainability practices in the industry. Francisco also lectures in Environmental Design and Architectural Ecologies at the University of Auckland and AUT. In 2024, he was recognised as an Emerging Leader by the New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC).Styles.

Architectural Graduate

BAS, MArch Prof

Strategic Partnership

Capana Group is proud to partner with Tricia Love Consultants, our dedicated sustainability partner, to expand our service offerings and enhance our impact. TLC brings an integrated and holistic approach to organisational strategy, specialising in reviewing, developing, and achieving sustainability goals and frameworks. Their expertise spans the entire building process, from design to occupation and beyond, ensuring a balanced and detailed approach at every stage.
 

Through this partnership, Capana Group can now provide comprehensive packages that include NZGBC Green Star and Living Building Challenge certifications. This collaboration allows us to offer a more robust and integrated service, helping our clients achieve their sustainability objectives with greater efficiency and effectiveness.

“What gets measured, gets managed”

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