Chris Coleman-Smith
B.A.(Hons), Dip Arch, M.A.

Chris studied at The University of Sheffield, completing his thesis project on the homeless in Glasgow in 1994. He was awarded a scholarship to study and work in New Delhi, India between 1992 and 1993. After leaving university Chris worked for several practices in Sheffield and in 2001 joined Gareth Hoskins Architects. He was made an Associate in 2002 and Projects Director in 2004.

As Project Director, Chris has designed, coordinated and managed many high profile developments ranging from museums and galleries to commercial and residential projects in sensitive sites. He is also very experienced in the management of large multi- disciplinary design teams and in working with high profile client bodies in the public and private sector. Chris has been a key contributor to the growth and on going success of the practice, recognised by his appointment as a Director of Gareth Hoskins Architects Ltd in 2008.

Selected Projects:
> National Museum of Scotland Redevelopment
> Marionville Court Carehome
> Bellgrove Masterplan