Stephen Taylor

Stephen Taylor is a Lecturer in Architecture at London Metropolitan University and founding Director of Stephen Taylor Architects. He holds a Master of Arts from the Royal College of Art (1987) and became a Chartered Architect (RIBA Part 3) in 1993. His professional experience includes roles at leading firms like Richard Rogers Partnership, Stanton Williams, and BDP. Taylor focuses on urban design, dense urban environments, and architectural form, emphasizing adaptability and student-driven creativity in teaching. He serves as a CABE Enabler and has advised the London Development Agency and Newham Design Review Panel. His awards include the RIBA National Award for Moore Park Mews (2021) and recognition in the AJ Architecture Awards. Taylor’s work bridges academic and professional practice, addressing sustainable housing, urban regeneration, and the interplay of personal and shared spaces.

Education: Master of Arts (Architecture), Royal College of Art (1987); RIBA Part 3 (1993).

Research interests revolve around architectural form in dense urban contexts, programmatic flexibility, and the architectural challenges of city living. He designs projects in high-stakes urban areas to foster innovative student propositions. His pedagogical approach encourages students to transcend traditional principles and develop individual architectural solutions.

Awards and recognitions highlight his contributions to sustainable housing and adaptive design. Recent projects include the 143-unit Golf Links Estate in Ealing and the Moore Park Mews scheme. Taylor lectures globally, including at the University of Edinburgh, Rotterdamse Academie van Bouwkunst, and the University of Aachen.

Professional affiliations include CABE, London Development Agency Design Advisors Panel, and the Newham Design Review Panel. His architectural firm, Stephen Taylor Architects, emphasizes creative project management and collaboration with teams from inception to completion.