Business Details
17 Years
experience
Sustainable Architecture London
Feilden Fowles is an award-winning London-based architecture studio founded in 2009 by Fergus Feilden and Edmund Fowles. Our practice combines academic rigor with hands-on craftsmanship, prioritizing sustainability through low-tech philosophies and vernacular traditions. We specialize in creating enduring, socially responsible buildings that harmonize with their environmental and cultural contexts. Our approach emphasizes passive design strategies, material integrity, and collaborative client engagement. With expertise spanning cultural, educational, and heritage sectors, we deliver projects across the UK that balance innovation with ecological stewardship. Our work has received RIBA Awards and Stirling Prize recognition, reflecting our commitment to architectural excellence.We maintain strong industry partnerships while fostering a studio culture rooted in continuous learning and environmental responsibility. Our team's extensive experience in both institutional and community projects ensures tailored solutions that address each site's unique challenges. Through rigorous design processes and stakeholder consultation, we create spaces that enhance user well-being while minimizing environmental impact. Our dedication to low-carbon construction methods and adaptive reuse positions us as leaders in sustainable architecture.
Services
Sustainable Architecture
Heritage Conservation
Cultural Projects
Educational Buildings
Masterplanning
Residential Design
Community Spaces
Exhibition Design
Urban Regeneration
Green Building Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in sustainable architectural design
- Our practice combines academic research with hands-on construction knowledge
- We prioritize low-carbon materials and passive environmental strategies
- Our work has received RIBA National and Stirling Prize recognition
- We maintain direct involvement in construction processes for quality control
What people say
Award-winning sustainable designs
Strong environmental commitment
Context-sensitive architecture
Innovative material use
Collaborative approach
Services
Sustainable Architecture
Our sustainable architecture practice integrates low-tech principles with modern innovation. We create energy-efficient buildings using locally sourced materials and passive environmental strategies. Our approach emphasizes longevity, adaptability, and minimal environmental impact while maintaining architectural integrity. Projects demonstrate how sustainable design can enhance both functionality and aesthetic value.
Heritage Conservation
Specializing in heritage projects, we combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design solutions. Our work preserves architectural history while adapting buildings for modern use. We maintain strict adherence to conservation principles while implementing sustainable upgrades. Our expertise ensures historical integrity remains intact through sensitive interventions and material selection.
Cultural Projects
We design cultural spaces that foster community engagement and artistic expression. Our projects include galleries, museums, and performance venues that balance functional requirements with inspirational design. Each scheme responds to its cultural context while providing flexible, future-proof spaces. We collaborate closely with arts organizations to create venues that enhance visitor experiences.
Educational Buildings
Our educational architecture creates inspiring learning environments that support modern pedagogy. We design flexible, adaptable spaces that promote student engagement and well-being. Projects incorporate natural light, sustainable materials, and technology integration while maintaining strong connections to surrounding landscapes and communities.
Masterplanning
We develop comprehensive masterplans that balance urban development with environmental sustainability. Our approach considers long-term adaptability, community needs, and ecological impact. We create cohesive spatial strategies that integrate architecture, landscape, and infrastructure while maintaining sensitivity to local context and heritage.
People
Fergus Feilden
Director
Co-founder of Feilden Fowles with extensive experience in sustainable architecture. Graduated from Cambridge and the Royal College of Art. Leads complex projects on sensitive sites while maintaining active involvement in architectural education as visiting professor at Sheffield University.
Edmund Fowles
Director
Co-founder with a focus on low-tech architecture and sustainability. Graduated from the Architectural Association. Leads major educational projects including Homerton College Dining Hall. Actively involved in architectural education as external examiner at the Architectural Association.
Eleanor Hedley
Associate
Award-winning architect with experience in institutional projects. Led Homerton College Dining Hall from competition to completion. Former member of Turner Prize-winning collective Assemble. Combines large-scale projects with community-focused designs like Waterloo City Farm.
Catija Christensson
Senior Architect
Experienced in cultural and educational projects with background at Caruso St John Architects. Graduated from the Royal Danish Academy. Oversees Mansfield College transformation project in Oxford and new learning spaces at Tate Britain.
Ruggero Corinti
Senior Architect
Specializes in cultural projects in historic contexts. Joined from Stanton Williams where he worked on Museum of London transformation. Leads Black Robin Farm project. Graduated with distinction from Politecnico di Milano and Tongji University.
Questions
What architectural services does Feilden Fowles offer?
We provide sustainable architectural design across cultural, educational, heritage, and residential sectors, specializing in context-sensitive solutions that balance innovation with environmental responsibility.
What makes Feilden Fowles' approach unique?
Our low-tech philosophy emphasizes passive design strategies, vernacular traditions, and material integrity while maintaining rigorous academic research and hands-on construction knowledge.
Do you work on heritage building projects?
Yes, we specialize in heritage conservation and adaptive reuse, with extensive experience in sensitive historical contexts and listed buildings.
Are your buildings environmentally certified?
While we focus on practical sustainability rather than certification schemes, our projects incorporate low-carbon materials, passive environmental strategies, and life-cycle considerations.
What geographical areas do you cover?
We work across the UK with notable projects in London, Cambridge, Yorkshire, and the South Downs, maintaining strong regional connections while delivering national projects.
