OUR STORY
CORE TEAM
POW architects view the practice of architecture through a wide-angle lens. Understanding – and being active across – the full project spectrum, from pre-concept to post-completion, helps us make architecture and buildings, better. We are equally adept at working in close-up, engaging with the specific challenges that each aspect of the process presents.
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We are an established small studio with a big-practice expertise and mindset. Our office is a place for trading intelligence and experience. By fostering an atmosphere of sustained learning, we build on our successes and keep improving through research and innovation.
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We enjoy buildings which are elegant as much for the way they are put together as for the way they are drawn. We achieve this by adopting a practical perspective, applying smart technical thinking in a purposeful way to deliver great buildings for our clients.
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We sit on your side of the table. We value partnership and co-operation, and approach every project as a shared adventure. Such adventures thrive on honest exchange, and for this reason POW directors are closely involved throughout. We are available, answerable and aim to make your life as simple as possible
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We provide unparalleled customer service and create long lasting relationships which benefit both parties involved in the process of design and construction of buildings.

DIRECTOR
Mark
Mark Owen co-founded POW Architects and leads business development and customer care for the studio. He combines extensive knowledge in the construction and delivery of complex buildings with our core beliefs of providing exemplary customer service whilst continually learning from our projects.
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DIRECTOR
gareth
Gareth Pywell co-founded POW Architects and leads quality assurance and health and safety within the studio. His keen eye for detail on all stages of a project proves invaluable in assuring the delivery of quality output for the practice.
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ARCHITECT AND TEAM LEADER
FERNANDO
Fernando Barcelo brings a wide range of experience to our studio and is intrinsic in coordinating projects at all stages to ensure there smooth delivery. A keen artist he can also put together some fantastic hand renderings. You also need to ask to see his yearly Nativity Scenes, the most recent was a superb model of Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute. See his Instagram here
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ARCHITECTS ASSISTANT
Matt
Studying for his final professional qualification Matt is a detail orientated young Architect Assistant. His skills outside the office lie in Marathon running and playing the Trumpet. He is also a keen photographer and Lincolnophile