About

Buju Architects

We are a RIBA Chartered Architectural Practice. We design architecture to inspire and enjoy, exploring original and innovative solutions to each project. From residential to commercial, we provide the core architectural services required to deliver projects on time and to budget.

Working across the UK and Internationally, we create personal and sustainable architecture. We combine strong concepts, functional design and quality detailing to deliver progressive and sustainable legacies for our future.

We are passionate about creating great architecture, about sharing knowledge and experience through the industry and about offering best value.

Philosophy

PLACE – We believe in quality, collaborative and intelligent design, grounded in P.L.A.C.E; Planning | Landscape | Architecture | Conservation | Engineering. We seek to front-load design development and increase local public engagement.

FORM – We believe in simple and elegant forms which respond to the brief and context of a site. We seek to stretch the imagination of clients and deliver interesting, innovative and creative designs.

FUTURE – We create living architecture to build existing and future communities, to create better connections, to increase quality of life and make better places for people to live. We create architecture which is sustainable and looks great, using quality detailing to support longevity, laying the foundations for a low-carbon future, future heritage and legacy.

SCALE – We are focused on designing for the human scale, for human interpretation, interaction and experience.

Team

Andy Wilde

Andy Wilde is an award-winning architect and the director of Buju Architects. Andy has a broad range of skills and experience, having worked across multiple sectors and countries before founding Buju Architects in 2014.

With a clear vision for the practice, Andy is focused on developing a great team and changing the world one project at a time. Inspired by design and innovation, Andy is continually refining and challenging the business.

Chris Littlemore

After graduating from the University of Bolton with a degree in Architectural Technology, Chris joined the Buju Architects team in 2017. Working alongside a group of Architects, Chris is able to explore his passion for creativity while delivering his technical expertise.

For Chris, Architectural Technology is the perfect combination of art, science and maths. It allows him to compliment design skills with technical know-how. Working at Buju Architects has given Chris the opportunity to use analytical thought process and problem-solving abilities to transform dreams into reality.

Prova Zaman 

Prova has enjoyed completing Master of Architecture in Liverpool, and now in her free time enjoys delving into drawing, photography and travelling. Having lived in three continents, she believes architecture is more than design, it's about people.

Architecture is dynamic and fluid. It's about taking an interest in people, in every aspect - whether that maybe knowing about current affairs or talking to strangers from a different background to yours. It's all enriching experiences that lead to a better understanding of people, and ultimately better design.

Polly Clements

Since graduating the MArch course at Manchester School of Architecture, Polly has gained experience in a range of sectors. She is concerned with creating a positive impact through design, which reflects an individual’s lifestyle or the identity of a brand effectively. Some of her specific interests are in the relationship between interior spaces with architecture, and temporary structures.

Outside of work, she follows the contemporary art scene as well as local Manchester music. She also enjoys getting involved with small hands-on projects for events and with local film-makers.

Owen Silcox

Owen studied product design at Nottingham Trent University, where he developed a range of technical and creative skills that he has applied across several industries. Since graduating he has worked in product design, graphic design and digital marketing.

Through his product design background, Owen has enjoyed working with a range of 3D modelling software packages and is passionate about all things 3D design related, particularly 3D printing. Outside of work, Owen enjoys playing sports, chess and learning languages.

Chen Qi

Growing up in Beijing, China. Chen studied Architecture and Urban Planning in University of West of England as well as the National School of Architecture of Paris-La Villette.

Working with Buju Architects gave him the valuable opportunity to compliment his current studies at the Manchester School of Architecture with experience in the industry.

Outside of architecture, Chen does personal training and graphics design as part time jobs as well as hobbies.

Mike Wilde

Born in Manchester, schooled in Cheshire and trained in Liverpool, Mike is passionate about good design. Mike manages marketing initiates for Buju Architects and often gets involved in early-stage design reviews.

Studying Construction Management at University gave Mike applicable knowledge and skills within the construction industry.