Nick is a founding director of Stickland Wright and a highly accomplished architect known for his innovative approach and commitment to sustainability.

Establishing his own practice in 2003, one of his early milestones was leading the first private housing development to achieve an Eco Homes ‘Excellent’ rating – a 15-home project in the Cotswolds that fused contemporary design with traditional oolite limestone architecture. This ethos of sustainability has continued throughout his career, including his work on a Newhaven development, which became the first Active House accredited project in the UK.

Nick’s award-winning work includes the Savoy Holiday Village, a redevelopment of 115 units with luxurious leisure and spa facilities, which earned the prestigious Sunday Times Property Award for Best Development. This achievement is rooted in Nick’s earlier role as concept designer for the original Oasis holiday villages, a brand that evolved into Centre Parcs.

Internationally, Nick’s visionary work includes the Vals 3000 project in Switzerland, where he reimagined Swiss mountain cabins as luxury retreats, earning a standing ovation from the community. For over 15 years Nick has offered design support to an international children’s club brand, developing luxury, specialist facilities around the world. Stickland Wright’s global portfolio now spans 19 countries.

In his early career, Nick was the project architect for a £30M super-prime residential development off Sloane Square (with over 300 site operatives). He has also served as an expert witness in high-stakes arbitration disputes, offering his expertise in construction delay claims.

Nick’s long-standing passion for heritage architecture is reflected in his role as an inspecting architect for churches within the Isle of Wight Deanery. Stickland Wright has now earned three heritage awards, underscoring Nick’s commitment to preservation and reinvention of historic buildings.

In addition to his architectural achievements, Nick is a published illustrator and began his career as a perspective artist, blending his technical skill with creative storytelling.

Caroline is a founding director of Stickland Wright and an accomplished interior designer with extensive experience across commercial and residential sectors.

Caroline’s passion lies in creating spaces that enhance emotional well-being, a focus that drives both her residential and commercial work.

With a strong foundation in consumer behaviour, developed early in her career, Caroline has collaborated with leading brands to design environments that deeply resonate with their target audiences—fostering engagement, inspiration, and brand loyalty. Her ability to translate client aspirations into tailored, impactful designs ensures that every project, whether a home or a hospitality space, aligns seamlessly with core values.

Over the course of Caroline’s career, both in the UK and internationally, she has seen time and again how thoughtful design can impact the health and wellness of its occupants. She has first hand experience in building her own energy-efficient home where she put her skills and knowledge of wellbeing design into practice, and now reaps the benefits daily. This personal insight fuels her commitment to ensuring that Stickland Wright’s projects enrich lives and promote sustainable living.

Caroline’s early career provided her with invaluable experience developing innovative concepts for Debenhams and contributing to the design teams behind iconic retail destinations such as Bluewater and Westquay Shopping Centres. However, it was her role as lead designer for the significant refurbishment of Soho institution, The Red Fort, that ignited her passion for crafting exceptional hospitality environments. Since then, she has designed numerous Michelin Guide-listed restaurants. Her residential and commercial clients benefit from her expertise in creating authentic, inspiring spaces that are both engaging and enduring.

Samantha Davies is a highly accomplished Senior Architect bringing over 25 years of expertise across a wide range of sectors, with a particular focus on high quality detailed design and energy efficiency.

Samantha plays a key role in advancing the firm’s sustainable agenda, actively working with industry leaders like LETI to promote excellence in retrofit in the race to keep the UK on the path to NET ZERO. Her leadership in the design and retrofit of energy-efficient homes and commercial properties makes her an invaluable asset in the ongoing effort to combat climate change. She is also a TrustMark accredited Retrofit Coordinator a graduate of the AECB CarbonLite course.

Her body of past work embodies a commitment to excellence, consistently delivering projects with meticulous attention to detail and innovative design solutions. Her extensive portfolio spans from low-energy boutique extensions to large-scale developments such as new build primary schools and large-scale university complexes and student accommodation across London and the South coast.

With a deep knowledge of both Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and cutting-edge retrofitting techniques, Samantha is instrumental in keeping Stickland Wright at the forefront of sustainable design.

Notable projects with Stickland Wright include:

• Retrofit design and coordination for the refurbishment and conversion of a Sussex pub into a sustainable family home
• New build extension to Blatchington Mill School, incorporating new, naturally ventilated, low-energy science classrooms.
• The large-scale extension and renovation of a high-spec, historic country house in the Kent countryside.

A contemporary replacement dwelling designed within challenging site and planning restrictions on the Isle of Wight. The high-end, modern home took a unique approach to its site and maximised the sea views.

With over 10 years’ experience, Vicky is a passionate and inquisitive Interior Designer. Vicky has an ability to see both the big picture and the finer details that drive project success. She steps up to challenges, taking ownership and pushing projects forward with a calm, considered approach.

As a design lead at Stickland Wright, Vicky excels at guiding teams and fostering strong client relationships, ensuring smooth collaboration and results that exceed expectations. Her expertise spans interior design, architecture, and brand strategy, making her a versatile and valuable asset on any project.

Vicky has a strong interest in front-end design and planning strategy, blending pragmatism with creativity to deliver user-centric solutions. Her expertise in navigating complex planning and regulatory environments, particularly with listed buildings, is reflected in her impressive success rate.

Her background, including studies in art and architectural history at University College London, her work in marketing at Tate Galleries, and a master’s in interior design from the University of Brighton, deepens her approach to design. Vicky’s passion for art and culture infuses her work with fresh, creative insights.

Notable projects in Vicky’s broad portfolio including:

• 10 years as a design lead for an International childcare provision brand, developing luxury, specialist facilities around the world
• Concept strategy for an innovative modular retail concept for a leading UK fashion brand
• Transforming a dilapidated Victorian laundry into an award-winning, sustainable office space.
• Residential projects including the design and fit out of high-end ski apartments in Switzerland

Vicky’s considered and hands-on approach ensures that each project, regardless of scale or complexity, is completed to the highest standard.

Natasha is a dynamic and innovative designer with extensive experience in both architecture and interior design. Her ability to navigate projects across various disciplines and scales makes her a versatile asset to any project.

Natasha has a passion for commercial interiors. She thrives on creating distinctive brand concepts and turning them into compelling realities, always prioritising collaboration with clients and end-users to deliver spaces that are as functional as they are visually stunning.

Renowned for her problem solving on projects, Natasha’s meticulous attention to detail allows her to skilfully overcome complex design challenges. Whether working under demanding planning conditions or tackling unique site constraints, she consistently delivers exceptional results.

Her project portfolio is a testament to her expertise, including:

• Detailing and specifying luxury, hyper-contemporary interiors for a multi-million-pound rural home in Sussex.
• Facilitating the relocation of a leading Brighton restaurant into a listed building, navigating its intricate heritage constraints.
• Transforming a lacklustre building into a luxurious, all-day dining venue for a prominent Essex restaurant brand.
• Hotel renovation within the setting of a 16th-century Elizabethan manor house in Warwickshire.

With a strong commitment to sustainability, Natasha champions the reuse of materials and integrates eco-friendly practices into her designs. She relishes the challenge of working with existing structures, seamlessly blending historical elements with modern innovations to create spaces that not only enhance user experience but also contribute meaningfully to the built environment.

Emily is an exceptionally talented interior designer known for her boundless creativity and innovative thinking. With a flair for generating captivating concepts and meticulously crafting design strategies, she excels at transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences that captivate and inspire.

A conscientious and detail-oriented professional, Emily is deeply committed to delivering outstanding quality for her clients. Her sharp eye for detail and methodical approach have been instrumental in bringing to life some of Brighton’s most beloved restaurants and cafes.

As a proud Brighton native, Emily actively contributes to the practice’s community-focused design initiatives, helping to shape vibrant, meaningful spaces throughout the region. Outside of work, Emily finds inspiration in music, culture, and gardening, which further fuels her imaginative spirit and enhances her design work.

Key projects in Emily’s portfolio include:

• Facilitating the expansion of a growing coffee shop chain across multiple South East locations
• Delivering luxury home refurbishments with precision detailing and high-quality specifications
• The creation of numerous destination restaurants and cafes in Brighton which have become well-loved brands.
• Leading the design and fit out of a new café and shop within the unique location of a historic walled garden in Brighton’s Stanmer Park, creating a location cherished by both Brighton residents and international visitors.

In the studio, Emily is known for staying ahead of industry innovations and thinking “outside the box” to develop bold, creative strategies.

With over a decade of experience in architecture, Simas has developed a sharp eye for detail and a holistic understanding of both design and construction. His early career as a foreman on London construction sites gave him invaluable insight into the building process from the ground up, a rare advantage that informs his design approach today.

Simas has worked on a diverse portfolio of projects, delivering innovative solutions with technical precision. His expertise spans modular retail concepts, residential extensions, and office developments, always ensuring that the needs of the client are at the forefront. His work in private residential design is particularly notable, where he specialises in transforming homes through thoughtful extensions, remodelling, and new builds that balance functionality with striking aesthetic appeal.

Passionate about the future of architecture, Simas actively integrates cutting-edge technologies such as AI-assisted design tools, VR, and AR to offer clients immersive experiences that bring their vision to life. This forward-thinking approach enhances client communication, fostering clearer understanding and more successful project outcomes.

His project portfolio is a testament to his expertise, including:

• Delivery of an innovative modular retail concept for a leading UK fashion brand
• Creation of a high-end, contemporary seafront home through completed transformation and upwards extension of an existing bungalow.
• Navigating the simultaneous complexities planning legislation, building regulations and the complications of working in existing buildings to deliver multiple conversions of vacant buildings into new homes.

Simas’ dedication to innovation and quality makes him a valuable asset to any project.

Anna is an award-winning architect with over 10 years of diverse expertise, encompassing feasibility concept designs, intricate detailing, and advanced 3D modelling. Her extensive experience enables her to approach projects with a comprehensive understanding of both the creative and technical aspects of architectural design.

Anna began her career in the public sector, honing her skills in designing educational facilities from concept to completion at Hampshire County Council. Building on this strong foundation, she transitioned to the private sector, where she contributed to large design teams on significant residential developments in Hampshire and London. Her portfolio includes work for prominent clients such as Radian and Pegasus Homes.

Anna is a fastidious and conscientious designer with a cool head under pressure that makes her an asset to any project. Her involvement in the concept design, technical detailing and onsite experience is integral to the Stickland Wright team.

Her impressive portfolio includes:

• An innovative 3-home development thoughtfully integrated into the existing townscape of Sanderstead
• The extension, deep retrofit, and conversion of a Sussex pub into a sustainable family home
• Concept design through to delivery of a highly sustainable new build home in Surrey

Passionate about sustainability, Anna is dedicated to enhancing the energy efficiency of existing buildings and exploring innovative low-energy solutions. She blends cutting-edge technologies with eco-friendly materials, crafting spaces that are not only beautiful and functional but also contribute to a greener, more sustainable future.

Anna possesses valuable hands-on experience from her extensive retrofit of her own 1930s home, where she successfully implemented a range of energy-efficient practices to create a warm and comfortable living environment. Her firsthand knowledge of the challenges and solutions in retrofitting has provided her with unique insights into the process. To deepen her expertise and stay current with the latest techniques and technologies, she has recently enrolled in a retrofit course, further equipping herself to apply best practices in her future projects.