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L.A. London Architects Practising the finest architecture and design since 1981 We offer clients a creative, collaborative and professional approach.

Lees Associates LLP is an architecture and interior design practice specialising in prime and super-prime projects. An RIBA Chartered Practice, we operate in the residential, retail, commercial and hospitality sectors throughout London, the UK and internationally. Led by directors Andrew Paulson and Kathryn Archer, with over forty years’ experience between them, the practice has established itself as one of the UK’s foremost luxury design practices with a proud reputation for delivering the highest quality within an agreed budget and programme. Lees Associates’ approach to each project is centred around a steadfast commitment to servicing the fundamental needs of the client and their project. Every project is director-led with an appropriate project team being drawn from the practice’s talented architects, interior designers and technicians. Our reputation for leading design teams on high-profile, high-value projects with professionalism and care has led us to be regularly invited to act as executive architect for some of the world’s foremost designers. Our clients and colleagues recognise how the attention to detail that we invest in every project ensures a smooth process from concept to completion. Lees Associates is dedicated to the very highest standards of design and client service. We place emphasis on novel solutions that honour a pragmatic financial approach without compromising design. The practice’s reputation and success is a testament to this commitment.

An evening 45 years in the making...A week ago today, more than 150 friends, clients and collaborators joined us for the...
17/09/2026

An evening 45 years in the making...

A week ago today, more than 150 friends, clients and collaborators joined us for the annual LA London Summer Party — this year marking a particularly special milestone: our 45th anniversary.

Alongside ch*****ne, canapés and the fiercely contested LA Cup, we looked back at four-and-a-half decades of projects, people and progress, and celebrated True Prime® — the standard of design, service and delivery that reflects both our history and our ambitions for the future.

Most importantly, it was an opportunity to thank the many people and relationships that have been part of our story.

We’ve shared more from the evening — including a full gallery of photographs — in our latest Journal post.

🔗 Read more: https://www.la.london/journal/la-london-summer-party-2026

8 questions to ask before designing your home...The best residential briefs don’t begin with square footage or room sche...
16/09/2026

8 questions to ask before designing your home...

The best residential briefs don’t begin with square footage or room schedules. They begin with understanding how you live — and what you want your home to make possible.

Drawing on decades of experience designing True Prime® homes, we’ve distilled our briefing process into 8 crucial questions to consider before approaching your architect.

From how you want your home to feel, to what isn’t working today and what would ultimately make the project a success.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://www.la.london/journal/8-questions-to-ask

A day in the life at LA London.This year, we’ve loved having Emily Zaman join the team for her architecture internship —...
08/09/2026

A day in the life at LA London.

This year, we’ve loved having Emily Zaman join the team for her architecture internship — gaining hands-on experience across live projects, site visits, technical design and life in practice.
As her time with us draws to a close, Emily shares a glimpse behind the scenes and reflects on what she’s learned along the way.

🔗 Read the full journal post here: https://www.la.london/journal/day-in-the-life-of-emily-zaman

A playful retreat designed for switching off — with soft textures, natural light and a hanging chair bringing a sense of...
28/08/2026

A playful retreat designed for switching off — with soft textures, natural light and a hanging chair bringing a sense of fun to an otherwise calm and relaxing bedroom.

The details that most people never notice are often the ones that matter most. We work closely with highly skilled craft...
26/08/2026

The details that most people never notice are often the ones that matter most. We work closely with highly skilled craftspeople to ensure every junction, edge and finish is considered — and executed to an exceptional standard.

A moody guest bathroom in a contemporary new-build family home, where richly textured stone surfaces and dark bronze fit...
24/08/2026

A moody guest bathroom in a contemporary new-build family home, where richly textured stone surfaces and dark bronze fittings create a calm, understated sense of luxury.

This formal reception room combines the restored character and craftsmanship of the original Victorian house with a rich...
21/08/2026

This formal reception room combines the restored character and craftsmanship of the original Victorian house with a rich, atmospheric palette.

Carefully reinstated architectural detailing frames views towards the newly landscaped garden, while natural light, layered materials and traditional finishes create an elegant sequence of spaces that feels both timeless and intimately connected to its setting.

A calm, contemporary guest bathroom within a new-build family home in Surrey.Warm timber cabinetry is paired with softly...
19/08/2026

A calm, contemporary guest bathroom within a new-build family home in Surrey.

Warm timber cabinetry is paired with softly veined stone and terrazzo detailing, while concealed lighting and steel-framed glazing keep the space feeling light and refined. A restrained palette and carefully considered junctions bring warmth and character to a clean, modern interior.

A sensitive restoration and renovation of a Victorian family home, where original architectural features were carefully ...
17/08/2026

A sensitive restoration and renovation of a Victorian family home, where original architectural features were carefully retained and restored, while lost details were reinstated to recapture the character of the property.

The result balances the elegance and craftsmanship of the original house with a lighter, more contemporary approach to family living, creating a calm and beautifully light-filled home.

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38 Southwark Street
London
SE11UN

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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