Business Details
Award-Winning Sustainable Architecture & Design Solutions
Blee Halligan is a RIBA-registered architectural practice founded on the principle that architecture should enrich daily life through its connection to the environment. Established over a decade ago by Greg Blee and Lee Halligan, our firm specialises in creating resilient, context-driven designs tailored to delicate coastal ecosystems. Our approach prioritises ecological, historical, and cultural sensitivity, moving beyond generic sustainability to deliver timeless architecture that harmonises with its surroundings. With offices in London and the Turks and Caicos Islands, we apply this philosophy to projects ranging from private villas to large-scale masterplans. Our work has earned five RIBA Awards, a longlisting for RIBA House of the Year, and recognition in publications such as The Daily Telegraph and Architectural Record.We combine scientific rigour with aesthetic beauty, ensuring each project reflects its unique environment while meeting the highest standards of design and construction. Our multidisciplinary team includes experts in hurricane-resistant construction, landscape integration, and sustainable materials, enabling us to tackle challenges in some of the worlds most demanding locations. This commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship has positioned us as leaders in contemporary architecture that respects both place and people.
Services
Villa Design
Masterplanning
Sustainable Architecture
Hurricane-Resistant Buildings
Landscape Integration
Highlights and features
- We have over a decade of experience in environmentally sensitive coastal architecture.
- Our firm has won five RIBA Awards and international recognition for innovative design.
- We employ an investigative approach tailored to each site's ecological and cultural context.
- Our hurricane-resistant construction techniques ensure durability in challenging climates.
- Our multidisciplinary team combines architectural expertise with advanced sustainability practices.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects)
Services
Villa Design
We create bespoke villas that integrate seamlessly with their natural surroundings. Our designs prioritise climatic sensitivity and material appropriateness, ensuring each home enhances its landscape while offering modern comfort. Projects like Windbreak and Derwent Valley Villa demonstrate our ability to balance aesthetic beauty with functional resilience in diverse environments.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning services focus on sustainable, context-driven development strategies. We design holistic communities that respect ecological systems and cultural heritage, as seen in the South Bank microgeography masterplan. This approach ensures long-term viability and harmony with local ecosystems across large-scale projects.
Sustainable Architecture
We embed environmental stewardship into every project through innovative sustainable practices. Our work exceeds standard sustainability measures by incorporating site-specific ecological research. This includes energy-efficient systems, locally sourced materials, and designs that mitigate climate change impacts on coastal structures.
Hurricane-Resistant Buildings
We specialise in constructing buildings that withstand extreme weather conditions in vulnerable coastal areas. Our techniques combine robust materials with aerodynamic design principles, as demonstrated in projects like Blue Cay and South Bank developments. This expertise ensures safety and longevity in hurricane-prone regions.
Landscape Integration
Our approach ensures buildings become an organic extension of their environment. By studying geological forms, vegetation patterns, and cultural context, we create architecture that appears naturally rooted in its location. This philosophy is evident in projects like Dune House and Aeolian residences.
People
Greg Blee
Founder
Greg Blee co-founded Blee Halligan with a vision to create environmentally responsive architecture. A third-generation architect, he brings expertise in off-grid living and robust construction detailing. He studied at Bath University, TU Delft, and UCL, becoming RIBA-registered in 2007.
Lee Halligan
Founder
Lee Halligan co-founded the firm and leads its design direction. With experience in placemaking and climatic design, he specialises in extracting site-specific opportunities. He studied at UCL, became RIBA-registered in 2005, and focuses on masterplanning large-scale projects.
Michael Tite
UK Director
Michael Tite directs technical innovation at Blee Halligan. He specialises in merging traditional design with new technologies and teaches at the Bartlett School of Architecture. His work includes Windbreak Villa and Sanctuary development, focusing on construction detailing and sustainable practices.
Kyle Smith
Planning Director
Kyle Smith oversees project viability and governance. With a background in real estate economics, he ensures architecture creates positive societal impact. He holds engineering and construction economics qualifications from UoL and LSE, and contributes to TCI Airport Authority initiatives.
Daisy Billowes
Practice Director
Daisy Billowes leads HR, marketing, and sustainability initiatives at Blee Halligan. She advances LEED goals and fosters collaborative culture. With an MA from the Royal College of Art, she brings creative insight to practice management and brand development.
Questions
What architectural styles does Blee Halligan specialise in?
We focus on context-driven designs that respond to each site's ecological, historical, and cultural conditions rather than adhering to a fixed style.
Do you work on international projects?
Yes, we operate globally with offices in London and Turks and Caicos, delivering projects from the Caribbean to the UK and beyond.
How do you ensure sustainability in your designs?
We conduct detailed ecological research for each site, using locally appropriate materials and energy-efficient systems tailored to specific environmental conditions.
Can you design hurricane-resistant buildings?
Yes, we specialise in hurricane-resistant construction techniques proven in coastal developments across the Caribbean and similar climates.
What types of projects do you typically handle?
We work on private residences, masterplans, and commercial developments, with a focus on coastal ecosystems and environmentally sensitive locations.
How do you integrate buildings with landscapes?
We study geological forms, vegetation patterns, and cultural context to create architecture that appears naturally rooted in its environment.
