Niamh

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Description

Hi! My name is Niamh, and I'm a 31-year-old Landscape Architect from New Zealand. I've spent the last six years living in London, and although I love it there, I'm craving an escape from my desk job. With five years of experience in planting design, I am very passionate about creating beautiful planted spaces. However, I've been longing for a deeper connection to the physical work required and the communities benefiting from it.

I'm excited about deepening my connection to plants, furthering my practical skills, and exploring creative gardening. While I'm new to WorkAway, I've heard great things from friends. I'm taking a six-month sabbatical from work to explore whether my profession is truly for me or if there might be a more practical path to pursue.

I am a massive people person and would love to connect with communities developing a life outside the norm. Having always lived in shared environments, I pride myself on being a great housemate and look forward to contributing to a positive communal living experience.

I hold a Republic of Ireland passport, so I can travel and work in Europe.

Interests

Hiking

Sustainability

Vegetarian or vegan

Nature

Plant care

LGBTQ

Farming

Gardening

Events & social

DIY & crafts

Culture

Carpentry

Art & design

Languages spoken

English: Fluent

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

DIY and building projects

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

Art Projects

House sitting

Hospitality/Tourism

Babysitting and creative play

General Maintenance

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Helping with Computers/ Internet

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Able to teach about:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

I've been a Landscape Architect for the last 5 years, specialising in planting design, so I have knowledge of planting design, species selection, and growing conditions.
I help my friend at her allotment regularly, and have doen some volunteer tree planting, so I have som experience planting, maintaining and growing.
I worked as a waitress and bartender for many years, meaning I'm very good at cleaning as I go, food service and prep, and hosting large groups.

Age

31

What else ...

I like travelling, I travel most often with my sister. I have a little film camera I like taking pictures on. I commute around London on my bike. I like hiking and walking, spending time with friends, reading and charity shopping.

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  Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian