Toby Smith

Toby Smith is a Lecturer and Joint Programme Lead on the BA (Hons) Architecture course at Bath School of Design, Bath Spa University. Specializing in sustainability-driven architecture, his work spans behavioral change, circular design, and creative reuse, with a focus on inspiring deeper connections between buildings and their environments.

• Academic qualifications: BSc (Hons) (RIBA Part 1) from University of Bath, MArch (RIBA Part 2) from University of the West of England, PGCert (RIBA Part 3) from University of Bath

His research integrates storytelling, psychology, and behavioral studies within the built environment, exemplified by projects like Redcliffe Future Way and contributions to conferences such as Can Stories Save Us? at RAPS 2022. Professional accolades include the BD Sustainability Architect of the Year and Education Project of the Year for the Brunel Centre.

• Sustainable design
• Engineered timber frames
• Integrated renewable systems
• Behavioural change
• Situationist art
• Storytelling and spaces

As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and visiting critic at the University of the West of England, Toby bridges academic and practical domains, emphasizing creative solutions for ecological challenges.