Stuart began his career at Nick Evans Architects and progressed to Director of Michael Cook Associates in 2004. Becoming Managing Director of ECE Architecture in 2013, Stuart is an education specialist and leads major projects for local authorities, educational institutions, and developers.
His extensive experience allows him to add significant value to design-led projects, with his team working mainly on education and mixed use projects with a range of commercial floor space including offices, manufacturing, a winery and a fire station.
Outside of ECE, Stuart has been an RIBA Awards Jury Chair and has mentored students at Brighton University. In 2024, Stuart took on the role of Chair of the RIBA Sussex Branch, where he is committed to highlighting local architectural talent and fostering a robust knowledge-sharing network within the community.