Johnson Design Partnership

The Core

Vic Johnson:

Practice founder Vic Johnson knew he wanted to be an architect from the age of six, when most boys were hoping to become train drivers. The fact he is building new offices next to a steam railway is therefore somewhat ironic. Vic's infectious passion for organic structures combined with meticulous attention to detail has resulted in landmark success across the UK and beyond. None of his work is for ego or self-gratification, despite the awards. Instead, meticulous research fused with understanding of the environment and its materials ensures his projects have both relevance and integrity, regardless of whether it is a multi-acre eco-park or a residential extension. Born in 1964, his four children are a constant reminder that youth is over-rated.

Matt Spinks:

With Barcelona's majestic Sagrada Familia as inspiration, senior architect Matt Spinks will never accept second best. Connecting architecture to its surroundings is a statement which enables him to make 21st Century design a symbiotic part of the landscape. Matt's ability to see the whole picture in infinite detail allows him to interpret client needs into developers' language with all the diplomacy of a world leader. Just not George Bush, you understand.

Steve Howells:

With a wealth of experience in a broad spectrum of fields in the construction and design industry, both on site and at the board, Architectural Director Steve, draws on his knowledge to lead in the delivery of the exciting concepts developed by the Johnson Design Team. Steve’s ability to apply his foresight to the project at hand enables the practice to achieve the desired outcome for our clients and maintains the high level of design quality. He uses his lateral thinking and on site experience to solve some of the most challenging innovative design solutions. With his youthful approach he can keep up with the younger team members, showing you that age is no draw back.

Luke Foxall:

Luke has successfully completed his part one Architecture degree at de Montfort University and has now started a career in the subject. He has gained many skills since completing University such as working in a team, computer aided design, 3D CAD Visualisation, model making, hand drawing, essay writing, layout and presentation. Luke has good knowledge in many CAD programs including AutoCAD, Sketchup, Photoshop, InDesign, Ecotect, Adobe suite and Microsoft office. Luke is currently working on a sixth form Educational project in the London (North Greenwich). Other projects he is working on include private bespoke houses and a high profile public bridge project.

Tom Corbett:

Tom is part one qualified in Architecture and a university graduate. He has many skills including computer aided design, three dimensional CAD Visualisation, model making, sketching, layout and presentation. Tom is responsible for many areas in the office including the creating of highly accurate physical scale models. Tom is involved in a wide range of projects such as bespoke houses and large scale Urban Regeneration. He is currently working on a London based sixth form college. This project incorporates a new build educational block within the ground of the existing college.

Myles Sharples:

While the rest of the team is far from old, Myles Sharples brings the sort of enthusiasm and energy which only comes when you are fresh out of college. Brimming with ideas and with a deep-seated passion for design, Myles is an exciting addition to Johnson Design Partnership and most certainly its future. With both a technical and an artistic appreciation of architecture there is no doubt our newest recruit is heading for the top. And he makes a mean cup of tea.