Business Details
25 Years
experience
Architectural Design with Light & Glass
Carpenter / Lowings Architecture & Design is a London-based practice founded on the collaborative exploration of light, structure, and material in architectural and urban contexts. Established in 2001 by British architect Luke Lowings and American sculptor James Carpenter, our work bridges artistic sensibility with technical precision. We specialise in creating spaces that harmonise with natural light, enhancing human connection to the environment through innovative use of materials and structural glass. Our projects span scales from intimate domestic interiors to large-scale public installations, always prioritising experiential quality and sustainability. With over three decades of combined experience, including collaborations with renowned firms like Richard Rogers and Partners, we deliver concept-driven solutions tailored to each site's unique conditions. Our process involves rigorous consultation with clients and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless translation of visionary concepts into meticulously crafted realities.We maintain strong relationships with world-class engineers and fabricators to achieve technical excellence across diverse global projects. Sustainability is central to our philosophy, not as a trend but as an artistic imperative to create enduring, contextually responsive architecture. Our portfolio demonstrates a consistent commitment to redefining spatial experiences through daylight integration, material innovation, and structural ingenuity. This approach has established us as leaders in creating environments where functionality and aesthetic transcendence coexist. We welcome speculative enquiries, offering bespoke design/build solutions for both private and public sector clients seeking transformative architectural interventions.
Services
Architectural Design
Facade Engineering
Lighting Integration
Public Art Installations
Material Consultancy
Sustainability Solutions
Design Build Projects
Concept Development
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We combine architectural expertise with sculptural innovation
- Our designs prioritise human connection to natural environments
- We specialise in structural glass and daylight integration
- We maintain global networks of specialist fabricators
- Our process ensures concept-to-completion continuity
Services
Architectural Design
We create concept-driven architectural solutions that integrate natural light and innovative materials. Our approach combines artistic vision with technical precision to deliver spaces that enhance human experience. Projects range from private residences to large-scale public buildings.
Facade Engineering
Specialist facade design incorporating structural glass and daylighting systems. We develop technically sophisticated building skins that optimise light transmission while maintaining structural integrity. Our solutions balance aesthetics with environmental performance.
Public Art Installations
We create sculptural public realm interventions that explore light and material interactions. Our installations transform urban spaces through dynamic daylight effects and innovative fabrication techniques. Each piece responds to its specific environmental context.
Material Consultancy
Expert guidance on advanced material applications and fabrication techniques. We specialise in glass technology and structural material integration. Our consultancy ensures optimal material selection for both aesthetic and functional requirements.
Concept Development
We develop visionary architectural concepts through collaborative client engagement. Our process begins with contextual analysis and evolves through iterative design stages. We produce detailed concept proposals that guide projects from initial ideas to built reality.
People
Luke Lowings
Architect & Owner
British architect qualified in the UK (1992) and New York (2001). Founded the practice in 2001 after working with James Carpenter in New York. Specialises in integrating daylight and structural glass in architectural design.
James Carpenter
Sculptor & Founder
American sculptor trained at Rhode Island School of Design. Developed expertise in glass-blowing and material technologies. Collaborated with Luke Lowings for 12 years before establishing the London practice in 2001.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in light-integrated architecture, structural glass applications, and public realm interventions. Our expertise spans building design, facade engineering, and sculptural installations.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
Sustainability is central to our approach through daylight optimisation, material efficiency, and environmental responsiveness. We create buildings that work with natural cycles rather than against them.
Can you work on international projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience delivering projects worldwide. Our London base supports global collaborations through established networks of specialist engineers and fabricators.
What is your design process?
We begin with contextual analysis and client consultation, developing concepts through iterative stages. Projects evolve through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring technical and aesthetic excellence.
Do you handle both private and public sector work?
Yes, we work across residential, commercial, and public sectors. Our portfolio includes private homes, corporate buildings, and publicly accessible art installations.
