Brigitte Clements

Brigitte Clements is an architect and developer based in London who serves as Managing Director of LOKI Architecture + Development and Strategic Lead at the Architects Climate Action Network (ACAN). This year, she is teaching Carbon Economics & Material Process at the Royal College of Art's School of Architecture.

She holds an MSc in Advanced Environmental and Energy Studies from the University of East London and an MSc from ETH Zürich. Her expertise spans building physics, environmental and energy studies, climate diplomacy, and regenerative finance, with a focus on how building materials interact with environmental factors to improve energy efficiency while minimizing ecological impact.

Brigitte's research reflects a holistic approach to tackling environmental challenges through sustainable design practices. She examines renewable energy integration into existing infrastructures, international climate negotiations, and financial systems restructuring to support sustainability and social equity. Her work in environmental and energy studies explores strategies to reduce urban carbon footprints and necessary policy frameworks for sustainable transitions.

As Strategic Lead of ACAN, she is heavily involved in policy shaping related to whole life carbon and circular economy. Her professional practice at LOKI Architecture + Development has produced award-winning projects including the UK's first net-zero mansion in London and community-centered developments in Indonesia that employ traditional techniques and materials.

Brigitte's work integrates design excellence with environmental stewardship, creating structures that meet high energy efficiency standards while harmonizing with local contexts. Her knowledge of property development, finance, and business enables her to drive architectural projects that embody sustainability principles and demonstrate the viability of sustainable architecture.