CDC Studio are an inclusive architectural design studio. Comprised of a group of skilled architects, our team is committed to making quality contributions to the built environment through thoughtful and inspiring architecture. We approach all projects with enthusiasm and an open mind, working collaboratively to produce bespoke and considered work for all briefs; from multi unit housing developments to home improvements, school masterplans to classroom remodelling. From our bases in both Cambridge and London, we happily work with clients throughout the UK.
Established in 2011 as chadwick dryer clarke studio, we rebranded to CDC Studio in 2022.
Studio (noun, plural) - a room or atelier of an artist, photographer, sculptor, etc. We identify ourselves as a studio, to reflect our creative and collaborative approach to architecture.
Combining our knowledge and experience with creative energy, CDC Studio are dedicated to excellence in architectural design.
Collaborative working is at our core; ideas are constantly shared between the team, with frequent design charettes and internal reviews. This shared iterative process allows us to create appropriate and engaging architectural solutions to any brief.
This continual open dialogue includes our clients; we involve clients by throughout the entire process and encourage their input at each stage. We believe the success of any project greatly depends on this relationship.
We begin each project by clarifying the core needs and aspirations, taking into consideration also the budget and time restraints to provide a framework for the exploration and testing of ideas.
Our skills allow us to analyse the constraints of a project and respond creatively to produce both coherent and exciting results. We represent our research and concepts through sketches, diagrams and models.
CDC Studio works in Archicad, utilising BIM (Building Information Modelling) for all projects. This allows to communicate ideas three dimensionally with clients, stakeholders and other consultants. We are able to work at BIM Level 2, coordinating with other consultants and sharing accurate information rapidly and with ease
Likes sketching and solving problems. Loves Scandinavian design. Lifelong Burnley Football Club supporter. Plays the cornet. Rides a gravel bike. Enjoys snowboarding. Graduated from Newcastle University.
Admirer of all things Scandi, Modern design, and St Ives School Artists. Loves a good café and loo experience whilst exploring buildings. To be found running, walking and paddleboarding around Cambridge. Happiest skiing in Norway or body boarding in Gwithian.
Designs by considering the narrative of space. Likes to walk, swim and dance. Studied at MSA and CSM. Interested in performing architecture. Shares her desk with her cat.
Enjoys 3d problem solving and the human scale design of architectural spaces. An enthusiast for mid-century modernism. Plays the guitar. Loves photography. Likes to boulder. Graduated from Newcastle University.
A keen maker set on developing his woodworking skills, Andrew appreciates functional design that expresses craftsmanship and material. He graduated from TU Delft and enjoys cycling, hiking, painting, and cooking.
20 years of school governance and a trained social worker, Cathy likes running, badminton, cooking and eating. She always tries to source local produce and support independent outlets……especially if it involves drinking coffee and eating cake!
Loves people, cheese, peppers and playing with hedghogs. Dislikes haircuts, water, thunder and some dogs. Always available for tickles.
Detail-oriented designer who graduated from Belfast & Cambridge. Lover of colour & pattern. Enjoys dressmaking, life drawing & a great gallery/cafe combo.
Environmental and sustainable design is intrinsic to all of our work and we have experience in delivering projects with BREEAM assessments, renewable technologies and sophisticated natural ventilation strategies. Our design solutions focus closely upon the comfort of the occupant, and we aim to maintain that comfort by minimal means. Sometimes this demands the integration of low-energy and renewable technologies into the building fabric to reduce energy consumption; other times it simply relies on the ability of someone to open a window, or close their blinds against the sun.
As a practice, CDC Studio have signed up to the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge which sets a series of targets for practices to adopt to reduce operational energy, embodied carbon and potable water.
We are a RIBA Chartered Practice committed to the highest standards of professionalism, best practice and ethics.
RIBA Chartered Practices lead the profession in setting standards for ethics, equality, diversity and inclusion and fair pay
