Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design for Hospitality & Residential Projects
Founded in 2004 by James King and Mark Conroy, our practice specialises in architectural design with a focus on hospitality and residential sectors. Over two decades, we have delivered projects globally for clients including Marriott International and Wyndham Hotels, combining meticulous attention to detail with innovative design solutions. Our approach prioritises contextual sensitivity, environmental sustainability, and collaboration with specialist consultants such as MO Architecture.We maintain framework agreements with major hotel groups, overseeing projects from concept development to on-site execution. Our team's expertise spans luxury hotel conversions, heritage-sensitive residential renovations, and large-scale masterplanning initiatives. With a portfolio encompassing award-winning designs across five continents, we remain committed to creating timeless architectural solutions that balance functionality with aesthetic excellence.
Services
Luxury Hotel Design
Residential Architecture
Masterplanning
Heritage Renovations
Interior Architecture
Project Management
Sustainable Design
Bespoke Furniture Design
Urban Regeneration
Competition Entries
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years' experience in global architectural design across 5 continents
- Our team collaborates with specialist consultants for comprehensive project delivery
- We implement heritage-sensitive design approaches in conservation areas
- We provide bespoke furniture design integrated with architectural schemes
- Our practice maintains direct client collaboration throughout project lifecycles
Services
Luxury Hospitality Design
Specialist design for high-end hotels and resorts, including conversions of historic buildings and new developments. Our expertise includes spatial planning for public areas, guestrooms, and entertainment facilities. We collaborate directly with hotel brands to ensure compliance with operational standards while maintaining architectural integrity.
Residential Architecture
Bespoke residential projects ranging from single-family homes to luxury apartments. Our approach combines modern living requirements with contextual sensitivity, particularly in conservation areas. Services include heritage-sensitive renovations, space planning, and material selection for both private clients and developers.
Masterplanning
Comprehensive masterplanning for mixed-use developments incorporating residential, commercial, and public spaces. We specialise in integrating existing infrastructure with new developments while addressing environmental considerations. Our experience includes large-scale projects like the Minsk Innovation City scheme.
Heritage Renovations
Specialist conservation work preserving historical buildings while implementing modern functionality. Our approach follows strict guidelines for protected structures, including material selection and construction methods that maintain architectural authenticity in projects like the Primrose Hill Conservation Area developments.
Bespoke Furniture Design
Tailored furniture design integrated with architectural schemes to enhance spatial functionality. We collaborate with craftsmen to create unique pieces that complement overall design concepts, ensuring material and manufacturing processes align with project requirements.
People
James King
Co-founder & Architect
Qualified architect with 20+ years' experience in global projects. Specialises in luxury hospitality design and sustainable architecture. Holds honorary positions with community land trusts and previously worked with Sheppard Robson and Nicholas Grimshaw & Partners.
Mark Conroy
Co-founder
Co-founder with extensive experience in residential and mixed-use developments. Focuses on design innovation and technical detailing. Collaborates on global projects ensuring architectural quality and client satisfaction.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in luxury hospitality design, residential architecture, heritage renovations, and urban masterplanning projects globally.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we deliver projects across Europe, Middle East, and beyond, with recent work in Barcelona, Abu Dhabi, and Minsk.
How do you handle heritage-sensitive projects?
We follow strict conservation guidelines while integrating modern functionality, ensuring material and design choices preserve architectural authenticity.
Can you manage large-scale developments?
Yes, our experience includes masterplanning 52-hectare sites and mixed-use town centre developments with complex infrastructure requirements.
Do you offer bespoke design elements?
We provide custom furniture design and unique architectural detailing tailored to each project's specific requirements.
How do you collaborate with hotel brands?
We work directly with international hotel groups to ensure design compliance with brand standards while maintaining architectural innovation.
