Our Team

Paul Bulkeley

Design Director

Paul is the founder of Snug Architects and leads on design and the strategic direction of the practice. He has over 25 years of experience in Architecture and Urban Design, with an established reputation for award winning design, visionary thinking and the ability to engage stakeholders in a manner that engenders consensus. He is a visionary with an exceptional ability to see solutions where others might see challenges. He is a gifted communicator and recognized thought leader in the industry, having spoken internationally on design and business ethics. He also lectures in Architecture and Urban Design at Southampton University where he pioneered a civil engineering and architecture degree.

Paul is passionate about improving the built environment and has been active in design advocacy for many years. He has been Chair of both the RIBA South Planning Group and Winchester and Eastleigh Design Review Panel. During his career, Paul has worked with a range of clients, including local authorities, commercial developers, charities and private clients. He has a wealth of experience and is able to balance commercial sensibilities with design innovation, in a way that ensures progressive architecture is deliverable.

Paul provides design and management oversight of projects ensuring client objectives are achieved and design quality is maintained. He also leads on the culture of the practice and was delighted when Snug was selected as an RIBA Role Model Practice.

Paul is married and has four energetic children. When not designing he is most likely to be found either on his bike or out on the water.

Ben Chainey

Technical Director

Ben leads on the technical design at the practice. He has worked for over 20 years in the industry, initially within construction management/surveying, before moving into architecture. Ben’s extensive construction experience and knowledge enables him to champion the technical disciplines of the practice.

Ben has a sound knowledge of the building regulations and broad experience in construction detailing, specification and compliance. Many years of working with building contracts puts Ben in strong position to oversee and support the contract administration aspect of projects in the practice.

Previously carrying out the CDM Co-ordinator role, Ben now manages the Health & Safety aspects of the practice, overseeing Principal Designer appointments under CDM 2015.

Ben has a sound knowledge of the Party Wall Act and deals with all party wall matters in the practice, carrying out party wall surveyor services when required.

Ben’s methodical approach to tasks and attention to detail makes him a proficient manager of the finishing stages of a project.

Ben is a passionate rugby man and is found most weekends on a rugby pitch, where he is still playing for Winchester Rugby Club and also head coach for his son’s team.

Ryan Bond

Senior Architect

Ryan is passionate about creating thoughtful, design-led architecture that enriches the way people live and fosters a deeper connection with nature.

With extensive experience in residential and commercial design, he specialises in sustainability, prefabrication, and innovative construction methods. His approach is defined by the use of natural materials, seamless landscape integration, and a deep respect for the environment.

He has played a key role in delivering high-quality architectural projects, including the award-winning Milford-on-Sea Beach Huts, which was awarded the BCIA Climate Resilience Project of the Year, a Civic Trust Award, and an Architecture MasterPrize. Other significant projects include Bartlett Arboretum, a project that celebrates the restorative power of nature, and a contemporary house in the South Downs National Park.

Beyond architecture, Ryan enjoys being in nature with his young family, whether hiking through woodlands, exploring new landscapes, or sailing and kite surfing.

Richard Harrison

Senior Architect

Richard is passionate about placemaking, contextual design, and managing the process to achieve quality architecture.

He has extensive experience in designing and delivering award winning design led schemes from large scale masterplanning to high quality public buildings and places. With over a decade of experience as a fully qualified architect, Richard is skilled at strategising, sketching and coordinating with other professionals.

Richard has delivered multiple multi-million pound schemes from conception to delivery. His design for the Valley was awarded the Winchester Civic Trust Award. During his time at University, he won awards including the Gavin Gray Award for Collaboration and was shortlisted for the Concours International Arturbain Award for his Postgraduate work.

When not designing, he can be found exploring the South Downs countryside, cooking and hiding behind the sofa while trying to watch his beloved Newcastle United win.

Jamie Vadis

Senior Chartered Architectural Technologist

Jamie is passionate about injecting new life into existing buildings.

He has extensive experience in working with existing buildings, whether it be the complete internal and external transformation of a domestic property or a large-scale conversion.

Jamie is recognised for his award-winning contemporary domestic extensions and renovations, and for the delivery of over 500+ flats across multiple sites throughout the UK, converting and extending existing multi-storey commercial buildings into residential accommodation.

When not designing, he can be found spending time with the family, or keeping active by hitting the gym or being out on the water on his kayak or paddleboard.

Laurent Metrich

Architect

Laurent is passionate about managing projects with ethos and delivering people’s dreams.

He has extensive experience in all stages of the design process and works from concept design to completion, with a focus on technical design, typically leading on our smaller projects.

Laurent has achieved the delivery of numerous projects, among them a 24 residential unit office conversion and extension scheme in Southampton, a 6 unit detached housing scheme in a rural setting in Kent and an agricultural barn conversion to a 350m2 high-end dwelling in Hampshire.

Outside of work, he can be found making videos, cooking or with his children.

Beth Malinowski

Architect and Practice Manager

Beth is passionate about both the role of conservation in protecting and enhancing historic places and the smooth running of an effective modern architectural practice.

She is skilled in recognising opportunities to reveal and reinforce heritage values through sensitive, contemporary design, in preparing professional graphical reports and in curating elegant interiors. Beth was closely involved with the interior and bespoke furniture design at Hope Street, a RIBA MacEwen award-winning project.

Beth also champions the practice’s Quality Management and Engagement Services.

At university, Beth was awarded a Best Masters Portfolio Award, a RIBA Student Commendation and an Architects' Journal Student Prize Nomination.

When not managing the practice, she can be found exploring the New Forest, singing, painting or volunteering at her church.

Michael Frost

Architectural Technician

Michael is passionate about BIM and architectural technology.

He has experience in architectural software, 3D modelling and technical specification.

Michael is pursuing a Masters in Intelligent Building Design and has achieved First-Class Honours in his Architectural Technology Degree.

When not modelling, he can be found tabletop wargaming, working on his current Master’s degree and creative sketching.

Huw Lansdowne

Architectural Assistant

Huw is passionate about neuro-architecture and the intersection between building design and user experience.

He is skilled in SketchUp, ArchiCAD and Adobe Suite software.

At university, Huw achieved First-Class Honours in Architecture and won awards for Creativity, Professionalism and Exemplary Student Leadership and Entrepreneurial Design.

When not designing, he can be found anywhere outdoors as an avid runner and general sports enthusiast.

Cameron Wilkie-Allan

Architectural Assistant

Cameron is passionate about sustainability and architecture’s ability to create positive social change. Focusing on neuro-informed and wellbeing architecture.

He is skilled in architectural drawings and visualisations.

Cameron was nominated for the RIBA Bronze Medal (2023) and AJ Student Prize (2023).

When not designing, he can be found running and playing sports and exploring other creative hobbies such as photography, cooking and drawing.

Kati Kemp

Studio Administrator

Kati is passionate about helping the Snug team to run well.

Kati has extensive experience in managing administration and implementing processes and procedures to improve consistency and efficiency.

Outside of practice life, Kati enjoys running, cooking and relaxing with her family.

Vicky Chainey

Finance Administrator

Vicky has been with the practice since its inception.

She oversees our bookkeeping with an astute attention to detail.

When not at Snug, she is a busy full-time Mum of 3 sporty children.