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William Swales

Architect

Barr Gazetas

William Swales Expert panel member
Will is an Architect at Barr Gazetas where he specialises in sustainability-led workplace design. He joined the practice with substantial experience and has continued to develop this with a particular focus on sustainable retrofit design that retains the contextual and cultural value of existing buildings.
 
Will has a strong interest in education and mentoring, having previously held a part-time Teaching Assistant position at the University of Westminster. He co-leads Barr Gazetas’ long-standing Work Experience programme and acts as an office Mentor, supporting both career progression and Part 3 studies. Will is also a leading member of Barr Gazetas’ BCO Next Gen cohort and has recently helped organise a BCO tour of the award-winning (including the NLA's 2024 New London Awards in the Mixed Use Category) Grainhouse project.

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Retrofit Reads: Reflections on the NLA Retrofit Conference 2026

Conservation & Heritage

03 November 2026

Retrofit Reads: Reflections on the NLA Retrofit Conference 2026

William Swales of Barr Gazetas reflects on NLA’s Retrofit Conference, exploring how collaboration and a deeper understanding of existing buildings can unlock retrofit.

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