Business Details
31 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in London | Fashion Architecture Taste
Fashion Architecture Taste is an award-winning practice with an international reputation for delivering outstanding architectural projects across diverse scales and sectors. Founded in 1995, we specialise in architecture, urban design, interior design, and exhibition projects, working collaboratively with cultural, commercial, and government clients including the BBC, Selfridges, and Tate. Our approach combines contextual research with innovative design, ensuring each project is uniquely tailored to its environment and client needs. The studio is directed by Sean Griffiths, Charles Holland, and Sam Jacob, renowned figures in architectural design and education, who maintain close involvement in all projects. Our portfolio spans residential schemes, cultural centres, retail developments, and public realm projects, with recent work including the BBC Media Village in Cardiff and an art academy in Eindhoven.Recognised with awards such as RIBA European Awards and the Housing Design Award, we prioritise creating vibrant, sustainable spaces that engage communities and challenge conventional design boundaries. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our collaborative process, where project architects maintain direct client contact to ensure visionary concepts are realised with precision. With exhibitions at institutions like the MAK and the V&A, Fashion Architecture Taste continues to influence architectural discourse through practice and design research. Our London-based studio remains dedicated to transforming client briefs into extraordinary, contextually responsive projects that leave a lasting impact.
Services
Architecture
Urban Design
Interior Design
Exhibition Design
Art Projects
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in international architectural design and urban planning.
- Our directors are leading figures in architectural education and design research.
- We combine contextual research with innovative design for unique, sustainable projects.
- Our portfolio includes RIBA award-winning projects for high-profile clients like the BBC.
- We maintain direct client collaboration through dedicated project architects.
What people say
True originals
Striking contemporary architecture
International reputation
Award-winning projects
Extraordinary designs
Services
Architecture
Fashion Architecture Taste creates innovative, context-driven buildings for residential, cultural, and commercial sectors. Our designs prioritise sustainability and functionality while maintaining visual impact. Projects range from private homes to large-scale developments like the BBC Media Village in Cardiff.
Urban Design
We specialise in masterplanning vibrant, inclusive urban spaces. Our regeneration projects like Liverpool One integrate social, environmental, and economic considerations to create sustainable communities that respond to local contexts and stakeholder needs.
Interior Design
Our interior projects for clients like Selfridges and Tate combine practicality with striking aesthetics. We create engaging environments for retail, office, residential, and hospitality sectors, ensuring spatial solutions reflect brand identity and user experience.
Exhibition Design
FAT designs immersive exhibition spaces that materialise curatorial concepts. Projects for institutions like the Tate and MAK explore how spatial design can communicate cultural narratives, blending art, architecture, and interactive elements for impactful visitor experiences.
Art Projects
We create critically engaged art installations that challenge conventional design boundaries. Our work, exhibited at venues like the V&A, uses materiality and form to explore contemporary cultural themes through sculptural and functional objects.
People
Sean Griffiths
Director
Co-founder of Fashion Architecture Taste, Sean Griffiths is a leading figure in contemporary architecture and design. His work bridges practice and academia, with contributions to institutions like Yale and the Architectural Association.
Charles Holland
Director
Charles Holland co-founded Fashion Architecture Taste and specialises in urban design and housing projects. He combines practical expertise with theoretical research, influencing architectural discourse through both built work and academic contributions.
Sam Jacob
Director
Sam Jacob, a co-founder of FAT, is renowned for innovative architectural and exhibition design. His work explores the intersection of architecture, culture, and technology, with projects exhibited internationally and academic roles at prestigious institutions.
Questions
What architectural services does FAT Architecture offer?
We provide architecture, urban design, interior design, exhibition design, and art installation services, specialising in bespoke solutions for cultural, commercial, and residential sectors.
Which notable clients has FAT Architecture worked with?
Our clients include the BBC, Selfridges, Tate, Grosvenor, and Rotterdam City Council, delivering projects ranging from media villages to cultural centres.
What awards has FAT Architecture won?
We have received RIBA European Awards, FX Best Public Building, Architecture Foundation Next Generation Award, and Housing Design Awards for our innovative projects.
How does FAT Architecture approach urban design?
Our urban design integrates contextual research and stakeholder consultation to create sustainable, inclusive spaces, as seen in regeneration projects like Liverpool One and Middlehaven.
Where is FAT Architecture based?
Our studio is located at 5 Rear Thornhill Road, London N1 1HX, serving clients internationally with projects across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Can FAT Architecture handle international projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience delivering global projects, including developments in the Netherlands, India, and the USA, maintaining local context and international standards.
