John Rich Architects

Launch summary

"Social Purpose in architecture has led to our approach, arguably mainly intuitive, our practice has become what it is today- a studio where our ambition is to create humane, intimate, and exciting spaces that will create a sense of repose and well-being. We seek to achieve this by an intense discussion of materials, details and sustainability at a very beginning of the design process.” John Rich John established the practice over 30 years ago after a highly regarded career within the GLC Department of Architecture. A passion for west London and establishing his family home in Kew meant he understood the mutually inclusive relationship between the demands of contemporary family living within architecturally protected areas through responsive design. The Practice: John was trained at Brixton School of Building and the Architectural Association School. Before establishing John Rich Architects he was a Section Architect in the GLC Department of Architecture Housing Division and later in the ILEA Education Division. The practice specialises in the private residential and Education sectors. Our portfolio contains a mix of modernist new build and remodelling and refurbishment projects, frequently of listed buildings, both educational and residential. The practice places great emphasis on detailing and the delivery of completed buildings of architectural integrity.