KHD is a dynamic and ambitious architectural practice based in South-East London, dedicated to designing luxury homes in areas such as Chislehurst and Sevenoaks. Our passionate team is committed to delivering exceptional results on time and within budget, while maintaining a client-focused approach.
We stay at the forefront of industry trends and technologies, continually enhancing our expertise to provide innovative and tailored design solutions.
Our mission is to lead in residential design by creating sensitive, intelligent, and enduring architecture that reflects the unique character of each project. We aim to shape homes that stand the test of time, guided by our 5 founding principles:
KHD is growing team of ambitious designers and technicians who are passionate about their work, and are committed to delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
We have a deep understanding of the latest industry trends and technologies, and are constantly striving to improve our skills and knowledge base to better serve our clients.
Our aim is to become leaders in residential design, through our commitment to creating sensitive, intelligent and enduring architecture. Here we set out our 5 founding principles which guide us in our mission:
1. Design Excellence
We are committed to delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality architectural solutions that consistently exceed client expectations. By paying meticulous attention to every detail, from initial feasibility studies through planning and delivery, we ensure every project is executed to the highest standard.
2. Communication
Transparency and responsiveness are at the heart of what we do. We keep clients informed at every stage of the process, fostering strong, long-lasting relationships. By deeply understanding their needs, we create designs that not only meet the brief but push the boundaries of functionality and creativity.
3. Team Culture
At KHD, we cultivate an environment of creativity, collaboration, and growth. Our talented professionals are supported with competitive benefits, training opportunities, and resources to develop personally and professionally, ensuring our team consistently delivers excellence.
4. Collaboration
Collaboration is key to our success. By working closely with clients, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, we ensure every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.
5. Sustainability
Sustainability is central to our approach. We prioritise environmentally friendly practices, incorporating sustainable materials and considering the long-term environmental impact of our designs to create architecture that stands the test of time.
Dean Kirby - Managing Director M.Arch/BA
Dean founded the practice in 2018 after several years of working within the residential design sector, at BPTW. It was here that Dean saw that there is a common disconnect between project architects and developer clients - something he focussed his energy on when establishing KHD architecture. Soon after founding the practice, Dean was able to expand his client network rapidly, by establishing great and continued relationships. This has accelerated the company’s status across London and the South East. Dean is currently running the front of house and planning sector of the company.
DKirby@khdarchitecture.com
Mike Stubbs - Associate Director Dip.Arch/BA
Mike has a strong technical background with 15 years of experience working within residential and estate regeneration sectors such as delivering the Heathside and Lethbridge master plan in Lewisham for BPTW. At KHD, Mike runs the construction packages and multi-unit development sector of the company. Working with external consultants, Mike delivers client satisfaction by ensuring that all KHD projects are in accordance with NHBC standards, Lifetime Homes, SBD, Code for Sustainable Homes, Nationally Described Space Standard and Building Regulations.
MStubbs@khdarchitecture.com
Sophia Major - Architectural Assistant M.Arch/BA
Sophia is the newest member of the KHD team and a Part 2 graduate from the Manchester school of Architecture. Sophia has over two years of professional practice experience at Levitt Bernstein's Manchester office. Throughout her studies, Sophia was concerned about the climate emergency and focussed her work on how Architects can help reduce the environmental impacts of their buildings rather than add to the problem. Sophia is about to begin her Passivhaus course and will be leading the way and advising clients on sustainable building design for KHD.
Smajor@khdarchitecture.com
Kitty Regan - Office manager
Kitty has been working as office manager and general housing keeper for the whole company since taking on the part time role at the start of 2020. She is responsible for the day-to-day running of the practice and oversees finance and operations, marketing and events and in all instances ensures the collective well-being of the KHD team.
Info@khdarchitecture.com
Kitty Regan - Office manager
Kitty has been working as office manager and general housing keeper for the whole company since taking on the part time role at the start of 2020. She is responsible for the day-to-day running of the practice and oversees finance and operations, marketing and events and in all instances ensures the collective well-being of the KHD team.
Info@khdarchitecture.com
Dougie - Office Mascot
Dougie is the youngest member of the team, he has been with us for two years and passionate about long walks and dog biscuits.
Dean Kirby M.Arch / BA - Managing Director
Having first developed extensive experience of the residential design sector at practices such as BPTW, Dean decided to refocus his energy and founded KHD in 2018. He brings an unfailing drive to achieve the highest standards of design and a commitment to getting projects built, which has accelerated the practice’s growing reputation as a leading architectural practice across London and the South East. Under his leadership and guidance, KHD has become renowned for delivering innovative design and outstanding results and is poised to continue on its mission to elevate the standard of design in the industry for years to come.
Mike Stubbs Dip.Arch / BA - Technical Director
Mike heads up the Technical Design team at KHD, drawing on nearly two decades of experience in private residential and social housing sectors. He blends a passionate, approachable and pro-active attitude, with expertise that ranges from the smallest to the largest of residential developments. Prior to joining KHD, Mike led the technical design at BPTW on the Heathside and Lethbridge estate regeneration in Lewisham for Peabody. The project created over 1000 homes for local residents in a mix of tenures and it is now a vibrant and thriving community with a bright future. Mike also played a key role in the delivery of Creek Road, a 2018 Brick Awards-winning mixed-use development in Greenwich.
Ron Davies RTPI/ MA/ BA – Land and Planning Director
A highly knowledgeable professional with over a decade’s experience of successfully coordinating projects from single bespoke homes up to estate masterplans, Ron leads our in-house planning team and brings an impressive track record of working with some of the leading developers in London and the South East. Ron can provide assistance in identifying the most appropriate scheme for each site, in each case demystifying and providing clear advice on relevant planning policy to ensure that we embark on the most advantageous route to local authority consent. Working alongside our Design and Technical teams, he is adept at finding sites for development for prospective developers and represent clients at appeal whose applications have been refused permission.
Callum Sedeman BA - Architectural Assistant
Graduating from Lancaster University earlier this year, Callum has worked in residential design since 2020. A competitive rower at University, Callum brings a strong work ethic, discipline, and a collaborative spirit to every project.Callum is particularly focused on creating thoughtful, sustainable designs that respond to the needs of the modern home. His ability to translate client aspirations into meaningful, functional spaces helps clients realise their vision from concept through to completion.
Maria Cirlan BA - Arch. Assistant
Maria is a Part 1 Architectural Assistant and a super talented designer who has made a pivotal contribution to our planning stage team since joining in September 2022. Graduating from University of Greenwich with first-class honours in 2022, Maria was subsequently nominated for the prestigious Presidents Medals award where here exceptional hand drawings received high praise. Her illustrations and presentational skills have elevated the standard of our design work and we feel very privileged to have her here as part of our team.
Dougie & Dora - Office Mascots
Dougie and Dora are the youngest members of the team, they have been with us for two years, and they love long walks and biscuits.
We are always looking for talented new additions to our growing team. If you would like to work with us please send a cover letter, CV and portfolio of your work via email to info@khdarchitecture.com
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We are working with a number of exceptional developer clients and contractors who understand the value that excellent design can bring to a project.
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