Process & Methodology

I have a strong interest in sustainable/bio-climatic architecture. My work is heavily influenced by the theories of William J. Mitchell, Manuel de Landa and Victor Papanek. I aim to achieve a socially, economically and environmentally holistic approach when delivering projects.

Generally, this is a process of layering. Each layer narrows the scope of the design possibilities to form an architectural language.

Before the development of a space or building, most of my work begins with the following 'layers':

• Environmental analysis using solar/sun-path/shadow studies for the equinox & solstices & wind direction analysis.
• Context analysis considering pedestrian & vehicular access; views & vistas; surrounding building levels; surrounding built form.
• Programmatic analysis taking the brief & linking spaces according to proximity, use & environmental requirement.

Career

During my career I have had the benefit of working within a multi-national organisation (Halcrow, as part of the Year in Industry Scheme during my gap-year); a large-size practice (Sheppard Robson, as part of my Part 1 Placement); a medium-size practice (Paul Waite Associates, as summer and holiday work); a small-size practice (Horsley Townsend).

Between finishing my first degree and starting Sheppard Robson, I had the opportunity to work for Iab Lab, a laboratory design specialist which gave me onsite, project management experience.

During my BArch Degree I was given the opportunity to work with the first year architecture students as an Assistant Tutor and co-run an events week workshop at MSA. I was awarded a First Class Degree for my Part 1. My portfolio was shortlisted for the MSA Rossant Award and I have also recently been invited to feature my portfolio on the Finalcrit.com homepage.

Projects in Practice: Architectural

I have had the opportunity to work in a diverse range of project types and values including:

Residential Sector: domestic new build and extension from appraisal, planning to construction (value £25,000-120,000); medium-density development from appraisal, concept, planning to appeal (value £6million upon completion).

Industrial Sector: extension, alteration & new build from planning, project management to practical completion (£68,000 to £500,000+).

Education Sector: Leeds Metropolitan University's Rosebowl whilst at Sheppard Robson working with Arup, HBG and DTZ from design development to construction (value £36million).

Projects in Practice: Interiors/Engineering (a select few)

Rothschild Bank, The Sky Pavillion, Bank, London. Panoramic lift with fully glazed minimal structure, working with OMA, Stanhope, Bovis from concept to construction (value £290,000);

National Convention Centre, Spencer Dock, Dublin. World's first 25,000kg truck lift traveling 30m and high-speed van lift, working with SISK, KRJDA from design development to practical completion (value £1.9million);

Hakkasan Restaurant, Mayfair, London. Concealed in ceiling, descending DDA lift, working with Gensler from appraisal, concept, detail design to tender (value £120,000);

The British Museum, London. Concealed 40,000kg vehicle lift with 20,000kg ascending 'lid' working with Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners and Arup from appraisal to concept (value £TBC).

As a side, I offer web & graphic design and planning drawings on a freelance basis.