Overview
Timothy Smith BArch (hons) Dip Arch RIBA*
Jonathan Taylor BSc (hons) BArch (hons) Dip Arch
Timothy Smith and Jonathan Taylor established an architecture and design partnership after several years of collaboration. Recent projects include the full refurbishment of a townhouse in Highbury, London, and the conversion and refurbishment of a substantial industrial building in East London. We offer a full range of architecture and design services, from conception to delivery. We can draw on the services of a wide range of consultants with whom we have an ongoing relationship, including engineers, building control specialists, historic building and conservation consultants and others.
While our approach to each design project responds to its individual brief and specific existing conditions, there are interests which are common to all projects. We consider that it is possible to have a creative modern architecture with traditional virtues, a respect for history and freedom from cant; at once recognisable and unfamiliar. Balance, proportion, character, intrigue and wit are central to our work.
Projects by the practice have been shortlisted for the AJ Small Projects competition, and for an RIBA Yorkshire Award.
Both partners teach as design tutors and critics at UK Schools of Architecture. These academic environments provide opportunities for reflection and intellectual rigour, which in turn informs our practice.