Meet the Team

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    Athena Young

    Director

    Athena began her architectural career in Queenstown, New Zealand, designing high-end holiday homes for international clients. Her commitment to creating contemporary, functional, and contextually responsive architecture naturally led her to London, where she joined John Rich Architects. Now as Director, Athena continues to uphold and evolve the practice’s ethos, leading projects that blend considered design with a strong sense of place.

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    Dan Frost

    Director
    Having started his studies at Nottingham University, Dan completed his diploma and professional qualifications at Kingston University. He then worked for John in Richmond for two years, before spending a year in Australia gaining valuable experience in designing and building luxury one off houses around Sydney Harbour. Dan has now returned to John Rich Architects and is excited to continue John's legacy of excellent design.

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    Clare Salter

    Architect

    Joining John Rich Architects in early 2013, Clare has been involved in a wide variety of projects, from small houses to large scale commercial schemes. Clare completed her Masters of Architecture from Kingston University in 2016 and accomplished her registration in 2022.

  • John Rich

    Founder

    John studied architecture at Brixton School of Building and the Architectural Association School. He established the practice over 30 years ago after a highly regarded career within the GLC Department of Architecture. A passion for west London and establishing his family home meant he understood the mutually inclusive relationship between the demands of contemporary family living within architecturally protected areas through responsive design.

Welcome to John Rich Architects
Designing homes that feel like you, because we know there’s no place like yours…

Established in 1985, we’ve delivered for clients for over 30 years. We specialise in residential design in Kew, Richmond, Twickenham and beyond, all across West London

The practice places great emphasis on detailing and the delivery of completed buildings of architectural integrity. Come and meet the team who can make your dream home a reality.

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“We have used John Rich Architects for the interior and exterior remodelling of our previous property and our current house. Their attention to detail is exemplary from the initial consultations through to design detailing, specifications and project management. We always felt we were in good hands throughout the process. The remodelling and transformation of the living space and the exterior features was undertaken with ingenuity and creativity while maintaining a high level of sympathy for the vernacular.” - Sandra

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