Christoper Whelan

Chris leads our education team, and is actively involved with the design of schools and colleges from concept to delivery. His work is epitomised by clean, beautifully detailed buildings which respond to the context of often complex sites and estates.

An architect for over twnenty five years he has, for the last fifteen, led projects which include teaching, boarding, dining, sports and arts accommodation for a number of leading schools across the country. With additional experience in urban design and masterplanning Chris often applies this experience to the education sector delivering masterplan and spatial studies to inform school development plans. He works strategically with clients and supports them at every step in delivering transformative education projects.

Outside work Chris is a keen local football supporter, cyclist and enjoys hill walking and mountaineering trips. He is actively involved with his local scout group helping to plan and lead walking and cycling trips with them. He also designs and makes handmade furniture.