Nex create buildings and spaces defined by place, people and atmosphere.

About

We connect people to place through distinctive, engaging design and specialise in integrating transformational projects into sensitive historic and cultural settings. We create value by intimately connecting our architecture to the city, creating long-term adaptability and enhancing the public realm.

Our projects bring people together through flexibly programmed spaces that are platforms for social interaction. We enjoy creating dynamic places that change through time and accommodate different uses.

Our buildings and spaces are distinguished by their atmosphere. We prioritise sensory experience and our sensitivity to volume, material, texture, light and sound is perceived through meticulous design and beautiful craftsmanship.

Our work has been published and exhibited internationally and has received numerous awards and commendations.

Nex are a RIBA / RIAI Chartered Architects, Urban Designers and Client Advisors, working on projects around the world from our base in central London.

Our diverse portfolio includes culture, leisure, workplace, education, infrastructure and residential buildings. All share a focus on their relationship with the city and landscape, and our record of securing challenging consents and approvals is exemplary.

We have collaborated with ambitious clients including the Architectural Association, British Land, Ballymore, RAF Museum, Cadogan Estates, Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, The Times, Facebook, Mercedes F1, the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, and U+I. Many return to work with us repeatedly.

Clients

"This is a vital project for Exeter College: it was essential for us to identify the best team. Nex won us over with a combination of talent, insight and rigour, and we look forward to working with them as we repair, restore and renew the Library for future generations."

Sir Rick Trainor, Rector of Exeter College, University of Oxford

"Through Nex’s sensitive and ambitious approach, we have been able to deliver our vision for a world-class museum for all. The new masterplan and two imaginatively transformed buildings showcase this area’s proud aviation history while opening up our site to reconnect with our local community"

Maggie Appleton MBE, Chief Executive Officer, RAF Museum

"At Duke of York Square, we are introducing a state of the art new building into the historic environment: The Restaurant, with its stunning organic spiral form, retractable glass walls and roof garden, uses cutting edge technology and design, yet fits seamlessly into its historic surroundings."

Viscount Chelsea, Chairman, Cadogan Estate, London

"Nex worked with us as both Client Advisors and Architects - playing an instrumental role in two successful HLF funding applications. Challenging us in the potential of our indoor space, the final scheme includes two imaginatively restored and transformed buildings that form the centrepiece of our site. "

Rebecca Dalley, Centenary Programme Manager, RAF Museum

“We were won over by Nex’s design, which combines functionality with a sense of elegant self-containment...We think it will intrigue passers-by and become a mini-landmark on the King’s Road.”

Hugh Seaborn CEO, Cadogan Estate, London

"The refurbishment of our new design studio has been yet another hugely successful collaboration with Nex. It seems that they will stop at nothing to push design and design detailing to extraordinary heights. We are delighted with the result and have greatly enjoyed working with them.”

Marcus Barnett, Marcus Barnett Studio, London

“We greatly appreciated your expertise in creating a unique central pavilion for the garden. Your meticulous attention to detail in pulling so many elements together made the project a thoroughly rewarding experience”

James Harding Editor, The Times, London

“DRL 10 pavilion at the AA by Alan Dempsey and Alvin Huang, hints at an emergent and beautiful architecture, and somehow remind us that Zaha, Rem, Peter Cook and Tschumi all began their revolutions here”

Ed Frith, Building Design Magazine

"Clean lines, beautiful quality of light, practical and flexible...the design of our new home has completely transformed its atmosphere."

Private residential client

“At the start of every project you have an idea or a rough outline of what you want. The team at Nex— had vision and that made all the difference in delivering to us a result beyond our expectations.”

Private residential client

Our clients come from a spectrum of industries and range from individuals to organisations and institutions.

They share a common goal of seeking change for the better, and know that inspired results come from new ways of seeing.

Our clients understand that real insight and impact comes from challenging norms, and they trust us to deliver.

This is why collaboration is at the heart of Nex. We partner, learn, question and transform. Together, we take a shared vision and craft it into a tangible, inspired space.

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