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Grace Smith Architects co-founders, Derek Smith (MBE) & Sala Lauano Lauina Grace
September 5, 2026
Architects put climate, culture at heart of Samoa design
September 5, 2025
A new architectural practice in Samoa aims to design buildings better suited to the country’s tropical climate and culture, while strengthening links with local builders and encouraging greater use of locally sourced timber.
Hear from some of the Samoan women working to deliver the LAO
2025
Some of the Samoan women bringing their Expertise to Construction
2025 | Parliament of Samoa | Government of Samoa
During #IWD2025, we caught up with some of the Samoan women who are bringing their expertise to the construction of the new Legislative Assembly Offices (LAO), supported by Australia.
Like the Maota Fono, this modern, inclusive, and climate-resilient building will support Samoa’s democracy and provide a strong foundation for parliamentary work. Hear from some of the Samoan women working to deliver the LAO.
Legislative Assembly Office (LAO) Project Concrete Pour
December 13, 2024
Australian High Commission, Samoa's Post
December 13, 2024
Earlier today, the Legislative Assembly Office (LAO) project reached a major milestone with its first concrete pour for the foundations.
Funded by Australia, the LAO will house the Office of the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly and service Members of Parliament.