We are architects
The company specialises in imaginatively adapting and sustaining old places.
We work together with councils, organisations, companies and individuals to produce architecture, interiors and furniture.
We are a dedicated and focused team.
We specialise in housing, infilling gaps between buildings and developing brownfield sites.
We have 26 years of experience working in listed buildings and conservation areas.
We do this because it's less wasteful. We do this because people adore places with history. It creates social, cultural and financial value.
We work throughout the UK.
We are located in our own studio in a modern energy efficient building in the Kennington Conservation area in central London.
We designed our studio with natural materials, daylight, natural ventilation, a roof terrace and even a visiting studio dog.
We are powered from 100% renewable fuels.
We recycle all our food waste and paper.
the team
ALEX MOWAt
Alex directs the company. He draws ideas fast and fluidly, seeing hidden possibilities and opportunities and explaining them in an engaging and understandable way.
Alex graduated with first class honours from the modernist school of architecture in historic Canterbury. He worked with Sir Michael Hopkins on the new building for Emmanuel College, Cambridge next to Sir Christopher Wren’s Grade 1 listed chapel.
Leading Mowat & Company, he has won 2 RIBA awards and numerous awards for design and sustainability targets. He gained his masters from the Royal College of Art, winning the Dean prize for design.
RAY CHEUNg
Ray is a Design Associate in the company and leads the production and delivery of many of our projects. He has an eye for detail, on-site and on paper, gained from 16 years at the company.
His network of the best collaborators, engineers and craftspeople help each client get their project completed smoothly and to a high design and production standard.
Ray graduated from Ravensbourne College of Design and Communication.
Volha Prus
Volha has 10 years of Architectural experience, working in the private residential sector and uses this to inform her work in commercial design.
She sees that projects are managed from beginning to end, with excellent client relationships. Her designs are methodical and detail oriented, she’s a motivated forward thinker that leaves no surface untouched.
Volha studied Architecture at the University of Westminster.
EMMA CLARKSON
Emma gained her Master’s at Kingston University with distinction and joined us as a Part II Architectural Assistant in summer 2023.
Her thesis design project builds upon experience working in practice, examining the generosity of space and the standards in how we live today.
She’s a pragmatic designer, who enjoys sketching and model making throughout the design process.
KELECHI AKARAONYE
Kelechi joined us in 2023 as our Studio Administrator ensuring the smooth running of our studio.
Her interest in working with us stems from her degree in Interior Design and admiration for creative spaces.
ORLANDO HILL
Orlando is an Associate at Mowat & Company. Orlando has extensive architectural experience in researching each site’s history and uses this to inform what it might become.
His drawings are delightful and will show you how a new design can work on your site.
Orlando gained his RIBA Advanced Diploma in Professional Practice in Architecture from the Architectural Association.
Sam Garbett
Sam graduated with a First Class Degree from Kingston University in 2021. He has since been working with us as an Architectural Assistant.
He has experience with dwelling and master planning projects. He is interested in sustainable and inclusive design throughout the design process.
Sam enjoys making beautiful models and CAD Designs.
Our associations
ROyal InstituTe of British Architects
We are accredited as a Chartered Practice
New London Architecture
We are Corporate Members and supporters
Woodland Heritage
We are proud to support this great UK charity
Awards
We have won and been shortlisted for many awards, helping our clients and their projects get publicity and recognition.
Here is a selection:
Berry Bros. & Rudd: Constructing Excellence Finalist, 2020
St Albans Council: RIBA East Conservation Award, 2019
St Albans Council: RIBA East Award, 2019
St Albans Council: Museums and Heritage Award Shortlist, 2019
Berry Bros. & Rudd: Best Destination Store in U.K, Retail Week, 2017
Berry Bros. & Rudd & Cumberland Group - The NAS Shopfitting Excellence Award, 2017
Berry Bros. & Rudd: NAS Partnership Awards, 2017
Design Museum: Best Cycling Event at the London Cycling Awards, 2016
Allgood Ironmongery: Architizer A+ Jury Winners, 2016
Allgood Ironmongery: Architizer A+ Popular Choice Winners, 2016
Igloo Regeneration: RIBA London Regional Award, 2012
Igloo Regeneration: Brick Award, 2012
Cornwall County Council: Wood Award, 2009
Cornwall County Council: International Green Apple Award for the Built Environment, 2009
Cornwall County Council: Highly Commended Wood Award, 2009
Cornwall County Council: LABC South West Award, 2009
Cornwall County Council: Off-site Construction Award, 2009
Cornwall County Council: RIBA Award, 2009
Cornwall County Council: 100% Detail Best Contribution Show Award, 2008
Cornwall County Council: Best Education Project at Off-site Construction Awards, 2008
Cornwall County Council: Schools that Inspire Award, 2008
Cornwall County Council: Timber in Construction Award, 2008
Our collaborators
We partner with diverse teams, some well known and you may not have heard of.
All of whom are the very best at what they do.
CMA Planning
Cumberland Construction
Dha Lighting
Displayways
EB7
Farrer Huxley
Fritz Hansen
Havwoods
Heyne Tillett Steel
Hollis Global
Jackson Coles
LAPD Lighting Design
Martin McGrath Studio
Michael Gallie and Partners
NB Studio
Parkeray
Pentagram
Plowden and Smith
Qwerk
Ramboll
Regional Building Control
Ritchie + Daffin
Savills
Sempergreen
Studio Fernando Gutiérrez
Twentytwentyone
The Foundation
UAE Southbank
Very Good & Proper
Young and Norgate
Our cLIENTS
We are loyal to our clients and are proud that they say we don’t let them down.
Our business is built almost exclusively on their recommendations.
BBH
Beringea
Berry Bros. & Rudd
Bristol City Council
Building Research Establishment
CIBSE
City of London
Child and Co Bank
Clarion Housing
Design Museum
Guy’s and St Thomas’s Hospital (NHS)
Museum of London
National Gallery
Newham Council
Notting Hill Genesis
Oliver Sweeney
Peabody Housing
Robinsons Brewery
Royal Bank of Scotland
Simply Health
Southwark Council
Southampton Council
St Albans Council
The British Library
Three Rivers Housing Association
V&A Museum
There are others that we have not mentioned but are very thankful for their vital contribution to the projects.