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Nick Hayhurst is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton’s School of Architecture and Design, and Principal of Hayhurst & Co. Architects. He leads the RIBA Part 3 Course and teaches on the Part 2 Future Practice module. His research focuses on Professional Futures in architecture, Education Environments through co-design, and Density and Technology in urban housing. He chairs multiple design review panels, including the Southwark and Brighton & Hove panels, advising on major planning applications. Hayhurst’s architectural projects have earned over 8 RIBA awards, emphasizing sustainable design and innovative solutions. He contributes to professional validations as a RIBA Validation Board Chair and has served as an external examiner for academic programs.
Educational Background: MArch from the Bartlett School of Architecture (2006), Postgraduate Diploma from the AA School (2004), and BA in Architecture (1999).
Research Interests: Professional ethics and architectural education, co-design methodologies for schools, and green technologies in high-density housing. His work bridges practice and academia, with projects like the RIBA Learning Centre and Torriano Primary School exemplifying his commitment to sustainability and user-centered design.
Key Awards: Multiple RIBA Regional Awards, AJ Retrofit Awards, and Civic Trust Awards for projects like Garden House and Hayes Primary School. Recognized as a leader in architectural education through contributions to RIBA publications and professional validations.
Advisory Roles: Co-Chair of Brighton & Hove Design Review Panel, Chair of Southwark Design Review Panel, and validator for architectural programs globally. Engaged in urban planning discussions through panels like Design South East and Croydon Place Making.
Practice & Labs: Hayhurst & Co. Architects, a research-driven practice focusing on education, housing, and cultural projects. Collaborates with academic institutions to develop innovative designs that inform both practice and pedagogy.
