I'm a mechanical engineer, originally from Glasgow, Scotland. I'm really easy going and am equally happy being social or staying out of the way :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm currently taking some time off to travel, see new places and meet new people. I was in South America for 2 months and I'm now in New Zealand.

Interests

Exploring, hiking, camping, running, climbing, cycling, eating cheese, hugging.

• culture
• coffee
• running
• reading
• live music
• hiking
• trail running
• rock climbing
• learning languages
• learning new things

Music, Movies, and Books

Folk, bluegrass, country, rock, electronic, even a bit of metal!
Favourite movies: Good Will Hunting, Dead Poets Society.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I led the team that designed the world's biggest natural heat pump. It's in Norway and heats and entire town using river water as the heat source.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm quite handy - I just finished renovating my new house including building a new bathroom from scratch - I can definitely help with DIY jobs if you have any :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Chile, Cuba, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Monaco, Morocco, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Norway, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Scotland, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, France, Scotland, United States