Meet The Core Team
Alan Houston
principle designer
Over 30 years’ experience in architecture, with early work refurbishing warehouses in London and New York, followed by roles at Zaha Hadid Architects and Fluid Architects, contributing to major international projects including the London 2012 Olympic bid. Founded Through The Woods in 2012, combining modernist principles, material clarity, and contextual sensitivity with a deep understanding of rural design.
Matt Fox
Architect
ARB-registered architect and founder of Fox Eco Architects. Specialist in low-energy architecture, renewable technologies, and natural building materials, including pioneering work in CobBauge.
Gill Baker
Planning Consultant
Nearly 20 years’ experience with local and national authorities, expert in listed buildings, conservation areas, and rural planning.
Andy Michelmore
Technical Consultant
CIAT-registered technologist with award-winning experience in energy-efficient design and technical delivery.
Osman Murat
Construction Manager/Civil Engineer
MSc in Construction Management, extensive UK and international experience managing programmes, budgets, and compliance.
Anaya Vigh
Architectural Intern
Architecture student at the University of Brighton, contributing diligence, rigour, and creative support to the team. She will continue her studies in Architecture and has been a valuable member of the team with diligence & rigour.
How We Work
Through the Woods is structured around a core team of designers, planners, and technical consultants, supported by a trusted network of freelance specialists. This allows us to tailor the right expertise to each project — maintaining agility, reducing overheads, and ensuring consistently high standards of delivery.
We regularly collaborate with
professionals in:
Party Wall Surveying
Thermal and Energy Modelling
Daylight and Sunlight Assessments
Revit & BIM Modelling
Measured Building and Topographic Surveys
Structural and Drainage Engineering
Landscape and Environmental Design
Conservation and Heritage Reports
Flood Risk and Ecology Assessments
Planning Law and CDM/Health & Safety
With strong connections across Devon, Cornwall, and the wider UK design and construction network, our extended team allows us to deliver both bespoke design and practical buildability for every context — from complex rural planning applications to contemporary commercial developments.
Take Our Clients Word For It
“I’ve worked with Through the Woods on multiple projects, they have always been professional and easy to communicate with on complicated technical matters. Alan has always been contactable, which in this industry is fundamental, thank you.”
“From our point of view, Through the Woods understands the construction process and works seamlessly with contractors. We’re looking forward to continuing to work with them on this project and we look forward to collaborating with them again in the future.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Through the Woods. Their listed building consent knowledge is far beyond from what I have seen from other practices. I would definitely work with them again if the opportunity came up again.”
Ian
“Through the Woods have been fantastic. Very enthusiastic about the work I needed done and were eager to help in anyway they could. The drawings were excellent so as was communication and reliability.”
“Through the Woods is very professional and passionate, certainly experienced and good at designing based on my needs. The proposal is very clear and fee very reasonable. I would have no hesitation in recommending their team for any architectural work. ”
“We’re very impressed with Through the Woods and wholeheartedly recommend him to any client looking for a skilled, creative, and reliable architect. He’s a true professional who understands the needs of both the client and the construction team. They designs are not only aesthetically pleasing but also practical and buildable, making him a valuable partner. ”
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Through The Woods Ltd
Architecture + Development Services
alan@throughthewoods.co.uk
Call Alan – 07736 777533