Senior Design Architect – Prime Residential

We're working with an award-winning architectural practice renowned for delivering exceptional prime and super-prime residential projects for discerning private clients. The practice has built an outstanding reputation for creating bespoke homes that combine timeless design with technical excellence, working on some of London's most prestigious private commissions.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a talented Senior Design Architect to lead the creative development of projects from initial client brief through to planning and developed design.

The Role
This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished designer who enjoys the early stages of architecture, transforming ideas into beautifully resolved design proposals.
Working closely with the Directors, you'll take ownership of projects through RIBA Stages 0–3, leading the design process from initial briefing and concept development through to planning submission. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the architectural vision, presenting ideas directly to clients and ensuring the integrity of the design is maintained as projects transition into the technical delivery stages.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the design of bespoke prime residential projects through RIBA Stages 0–3
Developing creative concepts through hand sketching, diagrams and digital modelling
Working directly with clients to interpret and develop project briefs
Preparing and overseeing planning and Listed Building Consent applications
Producing compelling presentations and Design & Access Statements
Coordinating planning consultants, heritage specialists and external design teams
Mentoring junior architects and fostering a collaborative studio environment
Acting as the key design liaison between the Directors and the technical delivery team
About You
ARB Registered Architect with a minimum of five years' post-Part III experience
Proven experience designing prime residential, luxury residential or boutique hospitality projects
Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional conceptual design ability
Excellent freehand sketching and presentation skills
Experience leading projects through the planning process and RIBA Stages 0–3
Confident presenting to high-net-worth private clients and senior stakeholders
Strong organisational and project leadership skills
Knowledge of UK planning processes, heritage projects or Listed Buildings would be advantageous
Experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite is beneficial
Why This Role?
This is a rare opportunity to join one of London's most respected design-led residential practices, working on bespoke homes where creativity, craftsmanship and attention to detail are at the heart of every commission.
You'll work closely with the Directors, taking a leading role in shaping the design direction of prestigious projects while collaborating with an experienced technical team to ensure your vision is successfully realised. For an architect who enjoys the creative process and values design quality above all else, this represents an outstanding long-term career opportunity within a highly regarded practice
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed