Richard Perry has been promoted to Director of Associated Architects, following a successful period as Associate Director. The appointment comes after a strong year for the practice, which secured a number of significant contract wins in 2013.

Richard, who has been with the practice for eight years, has established a strong base in the education sector, successfully delivering a number of schools for local authorities. He is currently working on a series of school expansions for Coventry City Council, the new University Training School at the University of Birmingham and a performance venue at an independent school.

Ian Standing, Managing Director, said, _“Richard leads a fantastic team and has a wealth of practical experience, we’re glad to welcome him as one of the five Directors.”_