b'contributors SIMON DevITT Simon Devitt revels in self-assigned work. I am my toughest criticHis latest project cannot be disclosed right now, but he describes it as having real potential to be an important book in New Zealand. In this issue of Habitat, however, there can be no concealing the Devitt influence. I really enjoy collaboration, from the passion the publishers embrace and exude to the enjoyment of visiting someone in their home and making pictures of their pride and joy. Sue ReIDY DANIeL ALLeNSue Reidy is an Auckland freelanceDaniel Allen was given his first camera journalist, copywriter and also anat the age of eight, so becoming a internationally published novelist. photographer was a very natural pathAfter many years as a graphic designer,to take. Having grown up on the south illustrator and design tutor, Sues love coast of England, Daniel is currently based of design now fuels her writing. in Nelson, where he covers the South Island for architects, interior designersand advertising agencies. Being self-taught has enabled him to develop his own style and, where possible, he likes to keep a balance between commercial work and personal projects. ALLYSON MADSeNDiscovering how architects anddesigners transform simple ideas, sketches and thoughts into beautiful homes and gardens has always fascinated Allyson Madsen. Her favourite writing assignments explore the creative skills and talents of these artists. Formerly a writer for Trends, Allysons varied career has included producing a television series, writing a weekly newspaper column and documenting her sailing adventures across half the globe. MARY SeARLe CHARLOTTe LeGRICeHaving grown up in houses that werePart-time freelancer Charlotte LeGrice under constant renovation, Marydivides her time between writing and developed a keen interest in colours, raising her son. Previously a lawyer, lines and window treatments at a youngCharlotte left the law for motherhoodage. She even began studying interiorand to develop her creative side, anddesign until she decided shed rather finds her strong background in research write about it. She is currently employed a useful complement to the latter. A as a journalist for Contractor magazineparticular interest in interiors, designand is freelancing as time permits. and architecture has led to her writing mainly in that area.12 |'