Simon and David promoted to Associate Director

We’re thrilled to announce the promotion of David Smith and Simon Davies to Associate Directors within our London studio!

Both bring a wealth of experience and dedication that will help drive our commitment to creating exceptional places for people and the environment.

David Smith joined Aukett Swanke in 2013 and has since then been pivotal in managing the design, coordination, and the delivery of complex projects, including notable refurbishments and listed buildings. Focused on technical design leadership, David manages intricate project requirements and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project execution. In his new role, David will concentrate on technical oversight, studio operations, and commercial strategy, ensuring our projects are executed with precision and efficiency.

Simon Davies, who joined us in 2011, has a wide-ranging portfolio that spans sectors including commercial, education, life sciences, retail, heritage, and hybrid schemes. With his commitment to thoughtful design, Simon believes in its power to enhance health, well-being, and social connection, a philosophy he brought to life in our recently completed STEAMhouse project. As Associate Director, Simon will continue to push design standards across the studio, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment that embodies our legacy of innovation.

As Associate Directors, David and Simon will play an integral role in the ongoing success of our London studio and commented “we are excited to step into this new chapter, bringing our combined expertise to support the studio’s dedication to design excellence, innovation, and collaboration. We look forward to continuing our work with the talented team here and our valued clients to create spaces that inspire and connect.”

Please join us in congratulating David and Simon on this well-deserved achievement!