architecture & design
LRA Retinue is a RIBA Chartered, award winning studio based in Brighton and London.
Since founding the practice in 2007, Liam's vision was to create inspiring, innovative and rewarding-for-all architecture.
Each member of the team who has since joined the practice shares both this vision and a genuine belief that buildings should be beautiful, engaging and thought-provoking. The practice strongly believes that architecture can help to positively shape the way in which people live their lives and every project the practice delivers has this approach.

our vision
We believe in architecture with purpose - design that serves people and the planet, today and for future generations. Guided by a fresh, ethical approach, lrar strives to balance beauty, context, and sustainability in every project.
The practice is increasingly involved in regeneration in all its forms – from the smallest to the largest projects, from the more subtle and discreet to the most overt and encompassing. No matter what the context, the same desire pervades; to leave a positive, lasting legacy that is timeless and joyful.
Reinvigorating and breathing life into areas, whilst respecting the local environment, supporting sustainability, cultural diversity and the people that inhabit and use those spaces.
Sustainability is integral to what we do and as members of the AECB (Association for Environment Conscious Building) we encourage all our clients to engage in this way of thinking.

our approach
Our open-plan studio fosters lively design debates and collective accountability. Every team member contributes , ensuring each project benefits from diverse perspectives and shared expertise.
From early stage feasibility and planning through to construction and completion, we create inspiring, long-lasting outcomes.
We infuse innovation and craftsmanship, whilst ensuring projects are feasible, cost-effective and compliant.
We aim for the highest achievement by immersing ourselves in each brief, exceeding expectations and cultivating lasting relationships.

meet the team
Associates
Ajay Wanand BA (Hons) ARCH TECH
Alain Wainer BSc (Hons)
Andrew Maguire BSc (Hons) MCIAT
Ben Harvey RIBA BSc (HONS) DipArch
Ciaran Andrews BA (Hons) ARB MRIA(IRL)
Graham Austin (RIBA)
Jonathan Lee BSc (Hons) ACIAT
Martin Gill BA (Hons) DipArch ARB
Mike Cassidy BA (Hons) DipArch ARB
Mohna Jolly DipArch ARB
Nuno Pereira RIBA MArch
Sunay Chauhan MA (Hons) DipArch
Tara Vincent BArch
Trudy Haegeland RIBA MArch
Warda Alsaffar BA (Hons) DipArch ARB
Studio Managers
Felicitas Dobson BBA
Emily Russell BSc (Hons)