OUR ETHOS

Lead Design Studios: a design-led architectural practice.

Lead Design Studios are here to positively impact the built environment!
From concept to completion across ALL RIBA Stages.
We are friendly, positive + attentive.

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WE ARE ENTHUSIATIC, POSITIVE, PROACTIVE

We take a pride in the high standard of service we offer.

WE ARE LEAD DESIGNERS

Our leadership qualities within the design team make life easier for clients, planning consultants, projects managers, development managers and design coordinators alike.

WE ARE PROCESS DRIVEN

We set out a clear structure in terms of the way we approach our work, though we understand that flexibility is key, as the design process is often fluid.

WE SUPPORT OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY

We offer our services in support of various Harpenden based organisations, such as the new church commission taking over the old public halls, the URC church, and Harpenden rugby club of which we are proud sponsors. We often do this work with no fee as our gesture of support.

WE INVEST IN UPCOMING TALENT

As part of our service to the community, we invest time in young people. We have already offered over 250 hours of work placements to students in high school, college and university in 2025, our founding year.