Creating Places that Enrich Our Lives and Lift Our Spirits
Here at Gaunt Francis Architects, we are a creative commercial design studio that blends business acumen and technical excellence with design creativity. Formed in 1997, our practice has delivered award-winning projects throughout the UK and abroad from our offices in London and Cardiff. We celebrate collaborative working and have no single designer or design style. We are a collective enterprise that values collective endeavour.
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that architecture is about much more than creating a functional, built environment. The skill in creating value lies in how the design process can add to that functionality by producing great places and buildings that are beautiful, sustainable and maximise the client's investment. Like the best art and music, the most valuable compositions are often the simplest.
Our Approach
Our approach is to spend a great deal of time getting to know our clients and their business plan. This means drilling down deep into that plan - getting under the skin of our clients - to fully understand their modus operandi, and how we can best work with them. Some clients have quite simple plans which require little in the way of briefing but plenty of site analysis and design inspiration. Others require intensive stakeholder participation, from CEO to junior assistant, and where audit trails and project champions play a key role. We understand the market our clients operate in and how to measure value in their sector. Together we work on creating the big idea.
Our Services
We offer a range of services that cater to our clients' needs, including creating places, sustainability, RIBA client adviser, innovation, and virtual reality. Our team is dedicated to delivering environmentally responsible, cost-efficient, and beautiful places and buildings that add value to our clients' investment. We believe that good design will always create value, and we strive to make a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve.
Our Expertise
Our expertise lies in four key sectors: working, caring, living, and learning. We have an enviable reputation and track record in these areas, and we are passionate about creating places that inspire and enrich the lives of those who use them. Whether it's designing a new office space, a healthcare facility, a residential development, or an educational institution, we bring our expertise and creativity to every project.
