The Studio Toolkit

Behind every smooth-running project lies a carefully chosen set of tools working quietly in the background. At Field Note Studio, the workflow is built around systems that support focus, clear communication, and seamless delivery. These are the digital tools that keep projects moving forward and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Vectorworks

For site planning and technical drawings, Vectorworks is the backbone of project delivery. It offers the precision of AutoCAD with greater flexibility for the kinds of spaces Field Note works within — festival grounds, heritage landscapes, and community venues. These environments are rarely straightforward, often full of irregular shapes and quirks. Vectorworks makes it possible to map them accurately, layer in infrastructure, and produce clear plans that contractors, stakeholders, and licensing bodies can rely on. The result is fewer surprises onsite and greater confidence from everyone involved.

Google Workspace

Google Workspace forms the shared hub where collaboration happens. Proposals, schedules, budgets, and reports all live here as living documents. Real-time editing means partners and clients can see updates instantly, without version-control headaches or endless email attachments. Having one central source of truth ensures clarity and accessibility at every stage, keeping teams aligned no matter how many people are involved.

Superhuman

Communication is at the heart of project work, and email remains one of its busiest channels. Superhuman helps manage this with speed and clarity. Its streamlined design and intuitive shortcuts transform the inbox into a space where important details are never buried. Instead of spending unnecessary time searching through threads, messages are processed quickly and efficiently, leaving more space for the work that really matters.

Wavebox

With multiple clients, platforms, and accounts to juggle, traditional browsers quickly become cluttered. Wavebox offers a smarter solution by creating separate spaces. Each space can be tailored with its own set of apps and logins, allowing several Gmail accounts, dashboards, and research tools to stay open simultaneously within a single window.

This structure means communication, event planning, and admin can each be managed in their own dedicated workspace. The effect is a tidy digital desk that reduces friction, minimises distraction, and keeps the focus firmly on delivery. For Field Note Studio, Wavebox is a quiet but powerful tool that transforms day-to-day operations.

Slack

Clear and responsive communication is essential in fast-moving projects. Slack provides a dedicated space where teams can connect instantly, share files, and keep discussions organised by project or topic. It replaces long email chains with real-time conversations, speeding up decisions and making it easier to keep track of the details that matter.

Asana

For overseeing the bigger picture, Asana provides structure and visibility. Complex projects often involve dozens of moving parts, and Asana makes it possible to map out timelines, assign responsibilities, and track progress. Whether zooming out to see the overall schedule or zooming in on a single task, the platform ensures accountability and alignment. For clients, it brings reassurance that every step is being monitored and nothing is left to chance.

Why This Matters

The Field Note Studio toolkit isn’t about chasing the latest apps; it’s about building a workflow that supports precision, transparency, and confidence. Each tool is chosen for its ability to keep projects organised and communication clear, allowing the studio to focus on what matters most: delivering work that brings people, places, and projects to life.