Rupert has over 20 years experience and has worked on a number of  private bespoke new-build houses and renovation projects through to working onsite with contractors and specialists. He has worked for a range of private and  commercial clients, focusing on residential public and education sectors. Rupert is an imaginative, thorough and highly creative architect, who enjoys working collaboratively with clients and colleagues to achieve the highest of standards. Rupert combines his work in architecture with a passion for classic cars and engineering. He has restored several vehicles in his spare time, whilst trying to juggle a growing family.

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Michael completed his architectural studies at Cardiff University in 2007 before working for a number of high profile London practices and gaining experience across a wide range of project types including mixed use developments and large multi-unit residential schemes.  Michael then spent ten years at Dyer Grimes Architects, rising to Senior Associate and gaining considerable experience in the design, management & construction of bespoke homes. Whether working on refurbishments, basements, listed buildings or one-off new build houses, Michael combines strong creative and organisational skills with a collaborative approach to successfully deliver complex projects for demanding clients.

​​​Georgia is a qualified architect with a passion for residential architecture that developed from a long standing enthusiasm for design and interiors. 

After graduating from the University of Westminster, Georgia developed a broad range of experience across multiple industry sectors.  

At Holden Ford she enjoys specialising in the design, planning and construction of bespoke homes.

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Outside of the office, Georgia enjoys running, baking and long walks with her dog.

Val joined Holden Ford in 1988, and effortlessly manages all aspects of office administration and finance. In addition, she is responsible for the daily activities involved in running the practice

Richard has over forty years practice experience in architecture and engineering. His experience, as both an architect and engineer, is wide and varied and includes private residential and large scale housing projects, office, industrial, educational, listed and historic buildings and retail projects. Richard studied architecture at Columbia University, New York, USA and engineering at University College London before working for several architectural practices in the US and UK. Richard is a Liveryman of the Company of Tylers and Bricklayers and a Freeman in the City of London.

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Peter has over 30 years of experience as a qualified architect. Since graduating at the University of Westminster, Peter’s project experience has been primarily in the residential sector, however his portfolio also includes projects in the education, transport, leisure and commercial sectors, working with established architectural firms and also as co-director of his own practice. Peter’s pragmatic approach and organisational skills compliment the design orientated requirements of each project, helping to ensure schemes are fully realised to meet our clients’ expectations.

James is a Graduate Architect who earned a Master of Architecture degree from Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand.

Throughout his academic journey James was awarded the John Fitzgerald Memorial Scholarship, a scholarship awarded to students who are forward-looking and aim to further their architecture knowledge, techniques, or developments. This scholarship is proudly supported by Holden Ford and created the opportunity for James join the office in Wimbledon.

James brings 2 years of Civil Construction experience having worked as a Digital Civil Engineer in New Zealand, working on various infrastructure projects throughout the North Island. 

Outside of the office, James is a keen Cricketer and Football player and will never miss an All-Blacks test.