Who we are —
We are a creative collective of architects, interior designers, makers, communicators and collaborators.
We partner with clients, consultants and communities to co-create characterful buildings and experience-led spaces that make people’s lives better.
With over 30 years of experience, we’ve worked across sectors on old and new buildings, big and small, from tight urban sites right into the rolling countryside. Whatever the project, we focus on delivering quality, contextual design that considers environmental, social and economic factors so we can add value beyond the bottom line.
We’re curious, progressive and inspired by the world around us. But that doesn’t mean we’re not grounded. We understand our clients’ commercial realities and work hard to make the most of their investment. That’s why we’re inventive, rising to the challenges complex projects bring and finding new ways to add value from the briefing process to new techniques and technologies, innovative materials and off-site solutions.
Together, we are designing a better future for people and the planet.
Andrea —
Associate
Associate
Andrea is an Associate at Resident with extensive international experience. She studied in the United States, completing Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Architecture and a Master’s in Planning from the University of Nebraska. An exchange programme in Dublin in 2007 inspired her move to London, where she joined Resident in 2013 and went on to complete her UK qualifications at Oxford Brookes University in 2016.
She has since managed and delivered hospitality and commercial projects, placing strong emphasis on customer experience. Andrea combines design skill with practical project management, ensuring schemes run smoothly from concept through to completion.
Known for her collaborative and reliable approach, she continues to build a portfolio of hospitality projects that are well designed, client-focused and user-centred.
Andy —
Architectural Designer
Architectural Designer
Andy is a newly qualified Architect at Resident with experience across a wide range of sectors. He joined the team in 2018 after completing his Master’s in Architecture at the University of Bath and went on to achieve his Part III at the University of Westminster in 2025.
He has played a key role in a number of hospitality projects, from listed developments in London to high-end airport lounges in the UK and internationally. Andy thrives on collaboration, working closely with clients and colleagues to create spaces that are both welcoming and highly functional.
His approach combines creativity with technical expertise, ensuring hospitality projects are visually engaging, practical to operate and enjoyable for the people who use them.
Anthony —
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Anthony has accumulated more than 25 years of experience working at award-winning practices, with a career that has seen him deliver a wide variety of projects both in the UK and abroad. Since joining Resident in 2014, he has taken responsibility for the design and delivery of schemes across sectors, applying the same attention to detail and creative thinking to hospitality projects as he does to his residential work.
As Senior Associate, he is directly involved throughout every stage of the process, ensuring projects are managed seamlessly from concept through to completion. His collaborative approach with clients, consultants and the wider team is central to achieving high-quality results.
Anthony’s strong focus on design and problem-solving has contributed to the success of a range of important projects and continues to support Resident’s delivery of innovative, sustainable and client-focused spaces.
Babs —
Senior Designer
Senior Designer
Babs studied spatial and interior design at Buckinghamshire University before beginning her career in high-end residential architecture. In 2007 she joined the practice and soon became a central member of the planning team, contributing to large-scale, complex projects.
With more than 18 years of experience, she has worked across a wide variety of project types and scales, covering every stage from concept to delivery. Her interest in the technical side of architecture continues to guide her hospitality work, where detailed design and precision in construction are essential to achieving client aspirations and creating welcoming spaces.
Babs loves being creative in her spare time and has a keen interest in pottery and painting. A busy mum of three, she enjoys being inventive in the kitchen to maintain healthy family eating.
Bianca —
Director
Director
Bianca serves as a Director at Resident, leading the design and delivery of projects across all sectors of the practice. With over two decades of experience as an RIBA Chartered Architect and ARB registered professional, her portfolio includes a breadth of schemes, from developer-led housing to high-end refurbishments and mixed-use developments.
Her hospitality work reflects the same responsive and proactive leadership she brings to every project, combining an understanding of buildability with the ambition to create design solutions that are sustainable, cost-effective and memorable for their users.
This approach has built Resident’s reputation for delivering high-quality projects that add real value, supported by long-standing client and industry relationships nurtured under her leadership.
Cathy —
Practice Manager
Practice Manager
As Practice Manager, Cathy has played an essential role at Resident since 2006. She holds a Business degree from Westminster University and is a Chartered MCIPD (HR), with 15 years of operational management experience in the legal sector before transitioning into the design industry.
At Resident, she oversees finances, HR and day-to-day operations, helping to create a workplace where creativity and collaboration thrive. Her ability to streamline processes and foster a positive culture ensures the practice runs efficiently and continues to evolve.
Beyond her professional role, Cathy is passionate about music and dancing, and is a keen fitness enthusiast who can often be found exercising outdoors.
Chris —
Founding Director
Founding Director
Chris brings over 35 years of experience across hospitality, workplace, retail and residential projects in the UK and internationally. London-born and proud of it, he began his career as a draughtsman before studying Architecture and Engineering at the University of Westminster.
Hospitality has been a consistent theme throughout his career, from high-end interiors to complex leisure environments. He has been closely involved in the majority of our projects, but the milestone he values most is leading Resident’s transformation into an Employee Owned Trust in 2019, placing people at the heart of the practice.
Chris takes a hands-on approach to design, procurement and problem-solving, helping teams manage risks to programme and budget. Aviation is one of his greatest passions, and he has delivered more than 20 airport lounge fit-outs in the UK and internationally, advising clients on strategic development in this demanding sector. His personable and strategic style ensures hospitality projects are both operationally efficient and memorable for the people who use them.
Daniel —
Senior Architect
Senior Architect
Daniel joined Resident in 2016 and is both a registered Architect and the practice’s Sustainability Champion. His experience spans local and international projects, with a growing focus on creating sustainable hospitality spaces that combine design quality with environmental responsibility.
After completing his Master’s at the University of Sheffield, he developed a particular interest in low-impact design and continues to explore ways of pushing the boundaries of traditional construction methods. For him, every site is an opportunity to build more thoughtfully, with sustainability shaping each stage of the process.
Detail-oriented and holistic in his approach, Daniel ensures that hospitality projects balance practicality with innovation, ultimately creating spaces that are sustainable, efficient and future-facing.
Helen —
Finance Administrator
Finance Administrator
Helen is our Finance Administrator who is responsible for the daily financial administration of our company. She joined Resident in 2018, bringing with her extensive experience in the financial sector. Helen started her career at NatWest Bank and later worked as a Compliance Analyst for 17 years at the private equity firm 3i, where she specialised in legal and compliance issues. Her expertise in finance and compliance makes her a valuable member of our team, ensuring that all financial transactions are handled with the utmost care and accuracy.
Jack —
Senior Designer
Senior Designer
Jack is a Senior Designer at Resident with significant experience in hospitality design. He joined the practice in 2016 and has since worked on projects that combine functionality with distinctive design.
His decade of experience in the hospitality industry with brands such as Byron, Wahaca and Caravan gave him first-hand insight into how spaces need to work in practice for both customers and staff. This background has shaped his user-centred approach to design and continues to inform his work at Resident.
Earlier in his career, Jack contributed to projects with Studio Sutton, including the Engine Room at Battersea Power Station and the Ernst & Young headquarters in Oslo, where his precision and joinery expertise added real value. Passionate about innovation, sustainability and detail, Jack brings creativity and technical skill to hospitality projects that are both memorable and enduring.
James —
Associate
Associate
James is an Associate at Resident with more than 10 years of experience as a qualified Architect. His portfolio includes a broad mix of projects, among them airport lounges and historic building refurbishments, demonstrating his ability to adapt to different hospitality contexts.
He approaches each project with sensitivity to the brief, the needs of end users and the wider impact of design. Clients value his practical ability to deliver work on time and within budget, without compromising on quality.
Alongside his project responsibilities, James oversees our ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditations, continually working to improve processes with a focus on quality, sustainability and efficiency.
Josh —
Architectural Designer
Architectural Designer
Josh is an Architectural Designer at Resident with a strong interest in community-focused design. Since joining the practice in 2021 while completing his Master’s at the London School of Architecture, he has contributed to a variety of projects, including large-scale heritage refurbishments and social feasibility studies.
He believes architecture should be inclusive, accessible and rooted in the needs of the people who use it. His detail-oriented mindset and passion for concept design make him a thoughtful and reliable contributor to hospitality projects, where creating welcoming and practical environments is key.
Beyond practice, Josh explores themes of public space, placemaking and the relationship between design and social policy. He also enjoys mentoring students entering the profession. Outside of work, Josh is a keen runner and loves exploring London’s diverse neighbourhoods.
James —
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
James is an Architect with more than 30 years of industry experience, having qualified in 2001. Prior to Resident, he was Managing Director at Forge Architects before its merger with InsideOut, where he oversaw a wide range of projects.
He has delivered high-budget hospitality schemes alongside commercial developments, applying his strengths in strategic thinking, efficient planning and team leadership. Underpinned by a strong understanding of statutory requirements, James’s approach ensures hospitality projects are both well-designed and effectively delivered.
Lily —
Studio Administrator
Studio Administrator
Lily is our Studio Administrator at Resident, supporting teams across marketing, finance and IT. With a sharp eye for detail and excellent organisational skills, she keeps the studio running smoothly and makes sure it’s a comfortable, efficient place to work.
She takes pride in creating a positive atmosphere, helping to build a strong sense of community and keeping the workplace fun as well as productive. Alongside her role, Lily has a passion for photography and is exploring ways to bring her creative skills into the practice.
Marianna —
Interior Designer
Interior Designer
Marianna completed her Bachelor’s in Interior Architecture in Athens before moving to London in 2012 to complete a Master’s in Interior Design at the University of Westminster. Before joining Resident in 2018, she built experience across residential, commercial and hospitality projects.
At Resident, she has focused extensively on hospitality design in the aviation sector, completing several airport lounges that encompass both interior design and brand identity. One of her key projects was the redesign of No1 Airport Lounges in the UK.
She also brings expertise in FF&E, with a focus on detail and finishes, and an enduring interest in wellbeing. In 2021, Marianna qualified as a WELL Accredited Professional, expanding her knowledge to create hospitality spaces that promote health and comfort for all users.
Philip —
Associate
Associate
Philip is a registered Architect with more than 15 years of experience delivering commercial, hospitality, residential and aviation projects across the UK and Asia. Since joining Resident in 2017, he has combined project delivery with a focus on people and studio culture. His architectural interests centre on interpreting and shaping space, refining details and enhancing user wellbeing.
In hospitality, Philip has played a key role in the rollout of No1 Lounges, Clubrooms and MyLounge, helping to establish and evolve these brands. His earlier work includes the design and development of hotel and residential facilities within the One Blackfriars mixed-use scheme at SimpsonHaugh. From eSports lounges to virtual networking spaces, Philip’s goal is always the same: to balance operational requirements with a smooth, enjoyable user experience.
Tim —
Chairperson
Chairperson
Bringing a wealth of experience to the practice, our Chairperson has always pursued the ambition of creating a design-led and agile studio that maximises the value of every project.
In this role, he is responsible for steering Resident towards the delivery of high-quality design and sustainable environments, while also introducing new clients to the practice.
A focus on asset maximisation and pragmatic design has underpinned the success of many projects, from residential schemes to commercial and mixed-use developments.
With extensive experience and strong leadership skills, he continues to play an invaluable part in guiding the company as it grows and evolves.
Tom —
Architectural Designer
Architectural Designer
Tom is an Architect at Resident with more than 10 years of experience across residential, commercial and ecclesiastical sectors. Since joining in 2017, he has worked on a range of projects including high-end commercial fit-outs that cross into the hospitality sector.
He qualified from the University of Westminster with Merit in 2024 and brings a strong focus on detail, developing solutions that are robust, user-focused and responsive to client needs.
Passionate about both construction and historic buildings, Tom’s hospitality work blends contemporary design with respect for context. His experience on site has sharpened his problem-solving skills and his ability to work closely with contractors and suppliers, ensuring projects are efficient, practical and of the highest quality.