Studio

Our studio is the heart of our creative process, and has been designed to encourage a culture of collaboration and innovation.

We have created spaces to experiment, explore and exhibit; it is the ideal place to create architecture that inspires.
    Studio
    01
    About
    Founded in 2009, we have a wealth of experience designing and delivering innovative buildings across multiple sectors including workplace, housing and placemaking.

    We became an Employee Ownership Trust in 2018 reinforcing our identity as a design focused collective, diverse in skill and backgrounds who share a passion for progressive architecture and innovative solutions.

    We take pride in creating well considered places to be used and enjoyed.
    01
    About
    Founded in 2009, we have a wealth of experience designing and delivering innovative buildings across multiple sectors including workplace, housing and placemaking.

    We became an Employee Ownership Trust in 2018 reinforcing our identity as a design focused collective, diverse in skill and backgrounds who share a passion for progressive architecture and innovative solutions.

    We take pride in creating well considered places to be used and enjoyed.
      02
      Our approach
        We work as a collective in a transparent and logical way. We do not have a house style and believe that every project should be looked at afresh.

        We create desirable places to live and work that are richly detailed and diverse in character, celebrating the culture, customs and heritage of their setting, reinforcing a sense of identity and place.
        Through our engaging design process of sketching, model making, drawing and discussion, we deliver great buildings that people talk about and enjoy.
        03
        Our team
        Our strength is the energy and creativity of the people we work with.

        As an Employee Ownership Trust, our structure allows us to nurture individual talent and reward collective success, providing incentive and opportunity for people to flourish. Our people are our business; it is personal.
        03
        Our team
        Our strength is the energy and creativity of the people we work with.

        As an Employee Ownership Trust, our structure allows us to nurture individual talent and reward collective success, providing incentive and opportunity for people to flourish. Our people are our business; it is personal.
          10 nationalities
          15 years
          1 studio
          10 nationalities
          15 years
          1 studio
          04
          Apprenticeship at Apt
            The desire to open up a more inclusive route into architecture is a part of ‘the core DNA of our business’.

            During 2021, in collaboration with London South Bank University, we launched our first fully funded, level 6 architectural apprenticeship scheme to enable our new apprentices to achieve RIBA Part 1 while also working in practice. This approach provides paid, fully funded work experience and academic training, alongside benefitting from the expertise and mentoring that Apt can provide.
            The apprenticeship programme reinforces our commitment to developing our workplace culture, talent pipeline and supporting inclusion in the industry. By removing the prohibitive costs associated with architectural training, we are creating a much more open and inclusive route into the industry.
            05
            Our clients

              ABP (London) Investment Limited

              Akhat

              Aldau Developments

              Appin Land

              Arax Properties

              Auriens

              AVF Developments

              Aviv

              Caudwell

              Claymore Wealth Management

              CyrusOne

              Dean Street Soho Limited

              DEEP R&D Limited

              East End Community Foundation

              Elleric

              Elysian Residences

              Erec Estates

              European Land & Property Limited

              Godwin Group

              Grosvenor Securities Limited

              HB Reavis UK Ltd

              Helen Hamlyn Trust

              Hortensia Property Development LLP

              idé Real Estate

              Lamb's Passage Real Estate Limited

              Landsec

              LifeCare Residencies

              LinkCity

              London Green

              Londonewcastle

              Mapletree Investments Pte Ltd

              Maplewood

              Marcab Capital

              Marcol Group

              Markab Capital

              Mason & Fifth

              McLaren Property

              MHA Associates Ltd

              Montila Developments

              Muse Developments Ltd

              National Grid Property

              Norlin JH Limited

              Nuhu Developments Ltd

              Olympian Homes

              Opai Investments Ltd

              Orchestra London

              Orion Land & Leisure

              Pushkin House

              QH Development 5 GmbH & Co. KG

              Quadrant Estates

              re:shape

              Real Estate Management Limited

              RK Developments

              RK Group

              Romulus Group

              Royal London Asset Management

              Royal London UK Real Estate Fund

              SAAS Properties LLC

              Shamal Development LLC

              St William Homes LLP

              Tate & Lyle Plc

              Telereal Trillium

              Tenhurst

              The Ironmongers' Company

              Tishman Speyer

              Transport for London

              UNINN Parkside Development Ltd

              University College London

              Urbanest UK Ltd

              Wates Residential

              Westbourne Capital Partners

              Western Ridge

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              Careers at Apt
              We are always looking to nurture and grow talented and creative people.

              We pride ourselves on our diverse, challenging and exciting studio atmosphere which offers opportunities for individual growth and career progression.

              Please either respond to an advertised position, or if there are no active roles listed feel free to apply speculatively on recruitment@apt.london.
                Current opportunities

                • 05.06.25
                  Associate Architect

                  Apt is seeking Associate Architects to join its growing team in Clerkenwell, London.

                  The role:

                  We are seeking to appoint highly motivated and talented Associates who are passionate about working in a dynamic environment. We are looking for organised, detail-orientated, exceptional candidates to effectively manage projects and teams. The successful candidates must have expert ability in structuring thoughts, exploring, explaining, and refining ideas whilst leading and motivating a team, providing clear guidance and direction.

                  Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:

                  • Proven experience of leading complex projects with a construction value between £50m and £200m
                  • A background that demonstrates excellent design and technical skills 
                  • Experience of heading a project team and running projects across the full range of work stages
                  • Steering the design process in accordance with design direction and delivering to the highest standards
                  • Confidence in presenting to clients and consultants, as well as to senior colleagues as part of internal reviews
                  • Be capable of developing project programmes and design deliverables
                  • Have an excellent knowledge of UK Building Regulations, construction materials and detailing
                  • Have experience in reviewing and understanding detailed specifications
                  • Be proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
                  • Excellent verbal and sketch communication skills
                  • Ambitions to continue to develop their career in the industry and contribute to the success and growth of the studio

                  About Apt

                  Apt is an award-winning architectural practice.

                  From our studio in Clerkenwell, the heart of London’s design district, we work across multiple sectors including workplace, residential, commercial, creative reuse, hospitality, place-making, heritage, interiors, arts and community projects of all shapes and sizes across the UK and internationally.

                  Please submit your cover letter and digital CV using the 'apply for job' button below with ‘Associate' in the subject heading.

                  The position is a full-time role (40 hours per week), and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. The salary is between £55,000 and £70,000 and remuneration is dependent upon experience. For this role we are open to discussing an element of remote working, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.

                  Apt is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We particularly welcome female applicants, as they are currently under-represented within Apt at a senior level. All appointments will, however, be made based on merit.

                  Please note that due to the high volume of applicants, we will only be in contact should you be invited to interview.

                • 25.04.24
                  Architect

                  Apt is seeking Architects to join its growing team in Clerkenwell, London.

                  The role:

                  We are seeking to appoint highly motivated and talented Architects who are passionate about working in a dynamic environment. We are looking for organised, detail-orientated, exceptional candidates to be a key participant of a project team. The successful candidates must have a strong creative drive, ability to develop design proposals, experience in detail drawing packages, design coordination, knowledge of UK building regulations, and the ability to maintain design quality throughout the design process.

                  Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:

                  • Proven experience of working on complex projects
                  • A background that demonstrates excellent design and technical skills
                  • Experience of being part of project team and making a notable contribution across the full range of work stages
                  • Interpret the design direction and deliver to the highest standards
                  • Confidence in presenting to consultants and senior colleagues as part of internal reviews
                  • Have an excellent technical knowledge including UK Building Regulations, construction materials and detailing
                  • Experience in contributing to, reviewing and understanding detailed specifications
                  • Be proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
                  • Excellent verbal and sketch communication skills
                  • Ambitions to develop their career in the industry and contribute to the success and growth of the studio

                   

                  About Apt

                  Apt is an award-winning architectural practice.

                  From our studio in Clerkenwell, the heart of London’s design district, we work across multiple sectors including workplace, residential, commercial, creative reuse, hospitality, place-making, heritage, interiors, arts and community projects of all shapes and sizes across the UK and internationally.

                  Please submit your cover letter and digital CV using the 'apply for job' button below with ‘Architect' in the subject heading.

                  The position is a full-time role (40 hours per week), and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. The salary is between £40,000 and £50,000 and remuneration is dependent upon experience. For this role we are open to discussing an element of remote working, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.

                  Apt is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We particularly welcome female applicants, as they are currently under-represented within Apt at a senior level. All appointments will, however, be made based on merit.

                  Please note that due to the high volume of applicants, we will only be in contact should you be invited to interview.

                • 05.06.25
                  Senior Architect

                  Apt is seeking Senior Architects to join its growing team in Clerkenwell, London.

                  The role:

                  We are seeking to appoint highly motivated and talented Senior Architects who are passionate about working in a dynamic environment. We are looking for organised, detail-orientated, exceptional candidates to be a key participant of a project team. The successful candidates must have expert ability in developing design proposals and a proven track record of project delivery.

                  Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:

                  • Proven experience of working on complex projects with a construction value between £10m and £200m
                  • A background that demonstrates excellent design and technical skills
                  • Experience of being part of project team and making a notable contribution across the full range of work stages, particularly Stages 3 & 4
                  • Interpret the design direction and deliver to the highest standards
                  • Confidence in presenting to clients and consultants, as well as to senior colleagues as part of internal reviews
                  • Be capable of developing project programmes and design deliverables
                  • Have an excellent technical knowledge including UK Building Regulations, construction materials and detailing
                  • Experience in contributing to, reviewing and understanding detailed specifications
                  • Be proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
                  • Excellent verbal and sketch communication skills
                  • Ambitions to develop their career in the industry and contribute to the success and growth of the studio

                  About Apt

                  Apt is an award-winning architectural practice.

                  From our studio in Clerkenwell, the heart of London’s design district, we work across multiple sectors including workplace, residential, commercial, creative reuse, hospitality, place-making, heritage, interiors, arts and community projects of all shapes and sizes across the UK and internationally.

                  Please submit your cover letter and digital CV using the 'apply for job' button below with ‘Senior Architect' in the subject heading.

                  The position is a full-time role (40 hours per week), and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. The salary is between £45,000 and £58,000 and remuneration is dependent upon experience. For this role we are open to discussing an element of remote working, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.

                  Apt is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We particularly welcome female applicants, as they are currently under-represented within Apt at a senior level. All appointments will, however, be made based on merit.

                  Please note that due to the high volume of applicants, we will only be in contact should you be invited to interview.

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