Louise joined Architects Plus in 2018 having previously been employed by another local architectural firm. She has worked on a significant number of projects for notable local businesses including Harrison and Hetherington Limited, Carrs Billington Limited and Rickerby Limited. She was also responsible for managing the framework agreement with Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust which covered design and implementation solutions across all RIBA Work Stages. Since joining Architects Plus, Louise has been the Project Architect for a wide range of projects including new premises for Thomas Graham Ltd, a new build veterinary practice for Craig Robinson Vets, alteration and refurbishment of Distington Crematorium, along with various retail schemes for The Lanes Shopping Centre, Carlisle.

Key Skills

• Project Management
• Detailed Design and Problem Solving
• Contract Administration
• Planning and Building Control Process
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Afshin’s final year dissertation was nominated for the CIAT Student Award for Excellence in Architectural Technology and was awarded the CIOB Student Certificate of Excellence.  Working at Summers-Inman, in their specialist Digital Surveying Service department, Afshin was involved in a large variety of projects co-ordinating and managing digital models.  Since joining the Architects Plus team in 2016 Afshin has been involved in the design, detailing and construction of a number of high profile projects including several new build school developments and the award winning head office for the UK operations of Komatsu Forest Ltd. He also has mentored other members of staff on the use of Revit and BIM software and continues to pursue his interest in digital architecture.

KEY SKILLS

• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
• Detailed Construction Information
• Software Management
• Contract Administration
• Animation and 3D Imagery
• Project Management

Since joining Architects Plus in 2010, Basia has worked on a significant number of residential and commercial projects ranging from one-off private houses, to larger scale projects for private developers. She has a detailed knowledge and experience of the Building Regulations and Scottish Technical Standards, as well as LABC and NHBC technical standards. Basia has extensive experience in contract administration and provides technical assistance during the construction phase of projects. She is an On-Construction Domestic Energy Assessor and a Certified Passivhaus Designer. She is also mentoring our next generation of Architectural Technologists through the Practice’s Apprentice scheme.

Key Skills

• Certified Passivhaus Designer
• Accredited SAP Energy Assessor
• Detailed Technical Design
• Building Control Process
• Contract Administration and Project Management
• Detailed Construction Information

Victoria Wood is an architect with a specialism for delivering holistic, sustainable designs that are built upon client engagement and inclusive, sustainable design responses.  Her architectural experience is truly global, having worked in south-east Asia on community focused projects, in Australia…..and Yorkshire!  This has given Victoria a deep routed understanding of place and context which influences each and every design solution.  In 2016 Victoria joined Architects Plus as an architect and has been involved in a wide range of residential, commercial, education and community projects, playing a central role in delivering the Bluebell House project and 4-5 Paternoster Row, both of which showcase the practice’s approach to good sustainable design.

Key Skills

• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
• Contract Administration and Project Management
• Concept Design and Problem Solving
• Principal Designer (CDM and Building Regulations)
• Sustainable Building Design
• Embodied Carbon and Lifecycle Analysis
• Presentation and Graphics
• Stakeholder Engagement

Andrew has extensive architectural experience throughout the UK. His career has seen his involvement in several multimillion-pound projects in and around Edinburgh including large scale residential, education and NHS commissions.  Andrew’s most recent work has included the design and delivery of both new build and refurbishment commercial hotel developments, as well as commercial offices, manufacturing sites and special educational needs schools.

Key Skills

• Contract Administration and Project Management
• Concept Design and Problem Solving
• Detailed Technical Design
• Heritage Design and Conservation
• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
• Planning and Building Control Process

Prior to joining Architects Plus (UK) Ltd in 2008, Christian had worked for a variety of architectural practices throughout the UK. He specialised in hotel and leisure projects, and was most notably responsible for the timeshare development at The Gleneagles Hotel delivered between 2001 and 2008. He became a Director of Architects Plus (UK) Ltd in 2011 and since this time he has been responsible for a diverse range of projects. Christian’s design proposals for the Ullswater Yacht Club and the Derwent Close Project, Keswick have received national acclaim, the former beating 180 other entrants to win an international competition organised by the RIBA. He is currently the Framework Manager for the Cumbria County Council Professional Services Framework 4.

Key Skills

• Lead Consultant for Multi-Discipline Design Teams
• Contract Administration and Project Management
• Feasibility Studies, Concept Design and Problem Solving
• Environmental Design
• Practice Management/ Framework Management
• Dispute Resolution
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Heritage Design and Conservation

Barbara worked in a number of regional practices before joining Architects Plus (UK) Ltd in 2001, becoming a Director in 2011.  Barbara has extensive experience working with multiple funding organisations, meeting the requirements of housing, community, lottery and sports funding.  She has expertise in energy assessment, sustainable design and access auditing as well undertaking specialist Health & Safety roles.  Her schemes have frequently won regional awards for their design innovation and sustainability. Barbara is responsible for the practice’s Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems.

Key Skills

• Lead Consultant for Multi-Discipline Design Teams
• Contract Administration and Project Management
• Concept Design and Problem Solving
• Detailed Technical Design
• Principal Designer (CDM and Building Regulations)
• Practice Management
• Energy Assessment and Sustainable Building Design
• Access Auditing
• Stakeholder Engagement