Chapman Taylor's Bristol Studio shortlisted for Insider SW Architect of the Year Award

The finalists at Insider's annual South West Property Awards have been revealed. Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio has been shortlisted for Architectural Practice of the Year.

This annual awards ceremony celebrates the property industry in the South West of the UK. Celebrating its 16th year, more than 350 people are expected to attend the ceremony on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the Bristol Marriott Hotel City Centre.

Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio has been involved in some of the best-known development projects in the region over the past 15 years – from industry-leading retail destinations, such as the redevelopment of Cabot Circus, to city centre residential projects, including Castle Park View, both in Bristol. Notable projects also include Queens Hospital Close in Birmingham, awarded planning permission this year, and Avon Street Student Accommodation, onsite in Bristol.

This year's finalists were chosen after a lengthy and robust judging process. In addition to the judging session, Insider canvassed the industry's views by holding separate discussion sessions with a number of last year's winners and other respected sector experts.

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Nick Thursby (BA (Hons) Dip Arch RIBA)

Director, UK

Nick joined Chapman Taylor’s London studio in 1999 and has over 20 years’ experience spanning all project stages. He has particular expertise in the concept design and masterplanning of schemes through to their detailed design, particularly on large-scale projects at the heart of many of the UK’s major cities.

Nick was jointly responsible for establishing Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2012 and, as a UK Board Director, he is responsible for the ongoing business development and management of this part of the UK business.

He believes it is crucial to the long-term success of Chapman Taylor to nurture and mentor the creativity and talent in our studios.

Areas of expertise:

Retail / Residential / Mixed-use / Concept Design / Detailed Design / Masterplanning

Nick joined Chapman Taylor’s London studio in 1999 and worked on the award-winning Princesshay, Exeter scheme before joining the UK concept design team.

He was jointly responsible for establishing Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2013 and as a UK Board Director is now responsible for the ongoing development and management of this part of the UK business. Nick also leads Chapman Taylor’s Sustainability Group responsible for researching best-practice environmental design initiatives and innovation.

He has 20 years’ experience spanning all project stages.

Areas of expertise:

Retail / Residential / Mixed-use / Concept Design / Detailed Design / Sustainability

Jonathan Harris (BA (Hons) Dip Arch)

Director, UK

Jonathan Harris joined Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2016 and became a Director in 2022.

He is a member of our Residential Team and is also responsible for leading a number of key mixed-use regeneration projects in the Bristol studio.

Previously based in London, Jonathan has design experience working across a number of sectors including residential, education, and commercial offices.

Areas of expertise:

Residential / Mixed-use / Masterplanning