Aura Architecture & Interiors is an RIBA Chartered Practice, and have been creating ideal homes since 2014.

Our focus is on maximising space, creating simple, light-filled spaces that are sustainable and energy-efficient.

The talented team of designers and architects for luxury homes at AURA are experts in their field and will help you create that additional space for a growing family, design that stunning open-plan entertaining space you’ve always dreamed of, or help add ££££’s to your development scheme by thinking creatively, designing inspirational homes, and optimising every square foot of space.

Having worked for Architects, Engineers and Property Developers, Ben Richards formed the company to use his skills and experience to create fantastic living spaces for homeowners, and maximise value to small developers. His vision for the company is that of amazing customer service, intelligent design and for every homeowner to have the space and functionality they need to thrive.

Ben studied for a Masters Degree in Architectural Engineering at Cardiff University and since then has gained valuable experience from many talented architects, designers, engineers and other built-environment consultants. He has been a member of the BRE Academy (Building Research Establishment) providing ‘Education for Excellence in the built environment’ and wants to make an impact in reducing the environmental footprint of buildings in the UK.

Your property is one of your biggest assets and Ben and his trusted team understand the need to add value in every way possible – financially, and in the way you live in a space. He has learnt from the best having worked on large residential mixed-use development projects with one of the biggest luxury house builders in London and uses his understanding of the whole development process to add value for his clients.

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“One of our core values is Understanding and Respecting People – everyone has their own different needs, and it is our job to design with your needs in mind”

What Makes Us Unique

Sustainability

Energy prices are rising and our carbon footprint needs to be reduced. We’ve worked with energy specialists to understand the impacts our proposals have on the environment, and how we can reduce the running costs of your home.

Innovation and creativity

The world is constantly evolving so we use every endeavour to keep up to date with technology and use it to our every advantage. We want our people to solve problems before they become problems!

Attention to Detail

Leave no stone unturned and think about the function of every space and detail – that’s what we drive in to all the creative team at Aura Homes.

Understanding and Respecting People

Everyone is different – Different needs – Different wants. It is our mission to understand your own circumstances, and find solutions that change your life for the better.

Honesty and Integrity

It’s not what you do when people are watching, but what you do when they are not.

Our Team.

Check out our top architects and their talented team below!

Ben Richards

Managing Director

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Ben offers technical prowess with an accompanying flair for good design and detailing. He has a Masters Degree in Architectural Engineering, a wealth of experience in property development for schemes ranging from £100,000 to £1bn, and has been a BRE Accredited Professional for Sustainable Eco-design. His experience in property development is ideal for any developer who requires architectural services.
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Graham Sproul

Design and Operations Director

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Graham has over 20-years of experience working on a wide range of projects from award-winning galleries to exquisite private houses and has always enjoyed the journey of working with a client from the initial brief or vision to the finished project. He has a wealth of experience leading design teams, managing clients, and bringing an interior architecture focus to the extensive residential skills of the Aura Team.
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Leo Carrion

Senior Architect

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Leo joined the Aura team in April 2022, and is an internationally qualified architect with more than 20 years of experience working in Europe, South America, and the UK in a wide variety of Architectural fields. He has an accomplished academic and analytical background, having completed degrees in Architecture & Building Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain.
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Francesco Piffari

Senior Architect

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Francesco is a very creative and talented architect with 10+ years of international experience working for AJ100 practices. Loves the concept and visualisation stage and is passionate about hand sketching. Francesco brings his Italian flair to the team and creates beautiful designs that are well detailed.
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Alex Fordham

Architect

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Alex joined the Aura team following the completion of his RIBA Part 2 at London Metropolitan University in 2021, where his projects focused on sustainable design with timber as the primary construction material. Alex utilises his previous experiences in practice, working on both large residential developments and private dwellings, to respond appropriately to our client's briefs and produce innovative home designs.
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Mark Donnelly

Architect

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Mark joined Aura in 2024. He is a qualified Architect, originally from Belfast Ireland. He studied Architecture at Queens University Belfast, before completing his final exams at Westminster University London. He has worked for Architectural practices in Belfast, Rotterdam and London. This has included a mix of hotels, offices, large/small scale residential projects. For the past few years he has been focusing on residential work in London. Mark is passionate about well crafted design and enjoys working with existing buildings.
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Jaimie Watler

Architectural Technologist

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Jaimie has recently joined the team, and provides a strong technical and coordination role to the practice, with some 20 years + experience on a wide range of projects, predominately in the residential market, ranging from "one off" houses to 180+ unit high rise housing. He provides early technical advice to projects ensuring a smooth transition between planning and working drawing phases, as well as facilitating a strong interface between administration, technical and design elements of the architectural process.
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Gabby Harding

Senior Interior Designer/ Architectural Technician

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Gabby completed her Bachelor of Architectural Studies over in New Zealand back in 2016. She has been with AURA since the beginning of 2019 and has worked on many of our projects in this time. Gabby is passionate about residential architecture and is dedicated to creating stunning homes for our clients.
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Bijou Harding

Architectural Assistant

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Bijou completed her Part 1 Undergrad in 2019 from UCL, Part 2 in 2022 from University of Cambridge and is currently doing my Part 3 at UCL. Her main responsibilities are working with clients to develop design projects from the initial concept stage through planning and construction drawings to being live on site. A key aspect for her master's project was participatory design, which helps her work closely with clients to translate their vision and help bring their ideas alive in the design process.
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Lorraine Furneaux

Business Assistant

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Lorraine has been with the Aura team since February 2021. She primarily looks after the enquiry management process, liaising with potential clients looking to redesign their homes and assisting them in taking the next step. Prior to this she worked for a large architectural practice for 15 years, as Premises Manager for a number of studios and Wellbeing Lead for the head office. She loves the work Aura do and really enjoys being able to talk to clients about their plans for their homes.
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Luke Stevens

Architectural Assistant

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Claudine Chicote

Virtual Assistant

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Claudine has five years of experience in the virtual assistance industry. She is trained in administrative management, executive assistance, social media management, and email handling. She has been with Aura Architecture since 2019 and provides back-office and administrative assistance to help the business, and our projects run smoothly. She is a passionate Virtual Assistant who helps her clients focus on growing their business and maximising efficiency.

Our vision

Maximising space and tailoring it to your needs

Using natural light to create a sense of wellbeing and airiness

Creating clean, simple designs with splashes of interest and colour

Thinking sustainably by creating energy-efficient buildings

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We're Hiring!

If you think you have what it takes to join our thriving and friendly team as part of an award-winning multi-disciplinary practice, we’d love to hear from you!