Luke qualified as a Passivhaus Consultant in 2012 and has a passion for creating lasting, sustainable and low carbon designs. With an in-depth understanding of building physics, this breadth of knowledge both informs his own project work and provides additional expertise across the practice.

With project experience on a number of heritage buildings, Luke has been team lead for the Grade I listed Regent’s Crescent and the Grade II listed Eighty Strand (formerly Shell-Mex House). He is currently working on Claridge House, a residential retrofit project which is targeting net-zero carbon ‘in use’ by prioritising energy efficiency through fabric improvements, low carbon heating and onsite renewables. Luke also provides mentoring support for those who are pursuing professional architectural qualifications.

“I have worked with Rebecca and Matt for 13 years, so while we may be new partners, we already have a long-established working relationship and know how to bring out the best in each other. We each bring different approaches, skill sets, and strengths that complement and enhance the partnership we are joining.

What excites me the most about stepping into this role is the opportunity to help set the agenda and steer the practice’s vision in a way that honours both its heritage and potential. My personal mantra, which guides my decisions in design, practice, and life, is simply: "respect for people and planet". This ensures that everything I do aligns with those core values.

Studio PDP shares a similar ethos, reflected in the internal value statements that were collaboratively developed and agreed upon by all staff. We are united in our belief that the highest-quality design, approached through an environmental lens, achieves the best economic and social outcomes for our clients.”

Matthew deftly combines his IT aptitude with a desire to balance buildability and high quality design, ensuring the practice’s BIM capability runs smoothly and keeps pace with the latest developments.

With experience that ranges from large mixed-use schemes, high-end housing and masterplanning, Matthew has a broad range of skills. His most recent project is The Gaumont on the King’s Road, a complex mixed-use development that includes a rooftop bar, cinema, ‘creative cluster’, meticulously restored heritage façade and a major new public art commission alongside retail, office and residential space.

“Studio PDP is an exceptional practice with a rich 30 year legacy, and I am deeply honoured to step into the role of Partner, and help lead it into an exciting new chapter.

For those who know me, you’ll know I thrive on challenges - whether it’s running ultras, climbing mountains, or leading teams through complex projects.I’m passionate about empowering our talented team to achieve beyond their own expectations and fostering a collaborative, exciting work environment. My goal is to honour the practice’s provenance while ensuring a bright future for both the team and our work—learning, growing, and enjoying the journey together.”

Rebecca is our technical lead and is experienced at leading multi-disciplinary teams through both the design and construction phases. Additionally, Rebecca has undertaken Principal Designer, building physics, low energy design and retrofit training.

Past projects include the refurbishment of a Grade 2* listed private house in Regents Park and she is currently working on a mixed-use listed residential building in Mayfair. Outside of the practice, Rebecca is a member of the NLA’s Expert Panel for Technical Competency and a Part 3 examiner for the University of Westminster.

“In my (almost) 15 years here I’ve had the privilege to contribute to a range of inspiring projects and learn from the exceptionally talented individuals who make this practice what it is. Mentorship has played a vital role in my development, and I am deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of talent to ensure the long-term success and growth of the practice.

We have a reputation for delivering quality design, and our expertise in working with listed buildings, and our deep in-house technical knowledge of retrofit, sustainability, and building physics positions us as leaders in shaping thoughtful, future-focused environments. I look forward to collaborating with my colleagues, clients, and fellow Partners as we continue to push the boundaries of what great design can achieve.”