Wright & Wright Architects

Profile

Wright & Wright has a particular interest in working with historic buildings and enjoy researching the meaning and evolution of sites over time. Its buildings are always a considered response to context, adding to and enriching the historical continuum. As the latest chapter in the story of Lambeth Palace, the new Library adds to the existing ensemble of buildings and landscapes. This requires acute sensitivity shaped by an intimate understanding of the site and its history.

Wright & Wright has excellent relationships with heritage bodies such as Historic England as well as local planning authorities. With a reputation for design flair and imaginative responses to significant historic settings Wright & Wright is an award-winning architectural practice based in London.

The practice focuses on creating contemporary yet sensitive solutions for museums, libraries, archives and educational institutions. Its list of distinguished clients includes the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, the V&A, the Royal College of Art and the National Gallery. Recent projects include the Taylor Library at Corpus Christi College Cambridge and a new library for Magdalen College Oxford, which was opened by HRH The Duke of Cambridge.