Chris studied architecture at the University of Bristol and began his career at Powell Moya. He went on to become a partner of Michaelis Brandon Architects and Solar Energy Developments, where he was involved in innovative, low-energy projects such as the JEL HQ in Stockport and experimental solar heated housing in Milton Keynes. Since co-founding Perkins+Will’s London office (previously Pringle Brandon) in 1986, Chris has led major relocation and fit out projects for clients such as Siemens, Microsoft, Mary Rose, Bank of America, Deutsche Bank, Linklaters, Dresdner Kleinwort, Reuters and L’Oreal.