e: fahad@studiofahad.com
t: 07966 877773

This website is currently under development. In the meantime, a brief overview of my experience is below

A little about me

My experience to date sits at the intersection of architecture and development, delivering complex multi-residential and mixed-use projects on technically and commercially challenging sites.

My work has spanned high-density housing, student accommodation, co-living developments, build-to-rent (BTR), and single-family housing. I have worked closely with developers, contractors, and a wide range of stakeholders to test options, assess viability, and balance design quality with regulatory and commercial constraints. This end-to-end experience allows me to confidently lead teams from early feasibility through to handover.

I have led and contributed to complex projects across all stages of design and delivery, including both planning and technical gateways. This includes achieving Gateway 2 approval on a 180-bed student accommodation scheme at Watford Way, London; securing planning approval for a 397-bed co-living scheme in Southampton; working on the 222-bed Bridgeside PBSA scheme in Nottingham from planning through to handover; and working on the design of the 936-bed Giles Lane student accommodation scheme through planning approval. These projects required close collaboration with developers, consultants, and contractors to resolve technical challenges and deliver robust, sustainable, and compliant solutions.

My experience spans both Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB) and non-HRB projects, providing a strong understanding of regulatory processes, technical coordination, and risk management across the full lifecycle of a project. I am comfortable managing complexity while maintaining clarity, momentum, and focus on wider project objectives.

I take a practical, solutions-focused approach and place strong emphasis on communication, working effectively across clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders, with a clear understanding of commercial and political realities.

Alongside practice, I actively build networks and collaborations within the industry. I run The Build Club with Alex Edmeades, a platform that brings together architects, developers, consultants, funders and contractors to share knowledge, build relationships, and support better development outcomes.

I’m currently open to early-stage discussions, feasibility studies, and planning-led commissions and on site delivery projects. I look forward to working with you and helping deliver thoughtful, well-resolved developments.