www.davidchipperfield.com
David Chipperfield Architects was founded in London by David Chipperfield in 1985. The practice has since won numerous international competitions and built over 100 projects. Its diverse international body of work includes cultural, residential, commercial and educational buildings and spaces for both the private and public sectors, as well as civic projects and urban masterplans. Offices in London, Berlin, Milan and Shanghai, contribute to the wide range of projects and typologies. Together, the four offices drive common architectural ambitions and share a commitment to the collaborative aspect of creating architecture. The practice’s work is characterised by meticulous attention to the concept and details of every project, and a relentless focus on refining design ideas to arrive at a solution which is architecturally, socially, and intellectually coherent. David Chipperfield Architects has won more than 100 international awards and citations for design excellence, including the RIBA Stirling Prize in 2007 for The Museum of Modern Literature in Marbach, Germany, and both the Mies van der Rohe Award (European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture) and the Deutscher Architekturpreis in 2011 for the Neues Museum, Berlin.
You will formulate design approaches that meet project constraints and brief aspirations while fostering creativity and critical thinking within the team. Leading design development from concept through construction documentation, you will mentor junior members, coordinate multidisciplinary consultants, and ensure design intent is maintained. You will also prepare and present proposals at design reviews, workshops and client meetings.
As an experienced architect in our London studio, you will join a collaborative team that values rigorous thinking and creative exploration. In the role of Design Leader you will take responsibility, bring curiosity, contribute fresh ideas and advance conceptual approaches toward architectural excellence. The position demands strong design management, team leadership, client‑facing and presentation skills, and a deep understanding of materiality, detailing and construction quality.
The studio offers a dynamic, sustainability‑focused environment supported by a dedicated team of 75 professionals, along with a comprehensive benefits package.