Pascall+Watson

Pascall+Watson stands out as an award-winning international design practice, boasting a rich history of projects spread across six continents and over 100 cities. With studios in the UK, Ireland, and the Middle East, the firm commits to creating sustainable environments that enhance people's lives, reflecting a deep commitment to improving the sustainability of the built environment and achieving Net Zero Carbon by 2050. This commitment is underpinned by their Practice Sustainability Strategy, rooted in six sustainability pillars influenced by the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their signatory status to the RIBA Climate Challenge 2023​​.

Their expertise spans a diverse array of building typologies, offering services in architecture, masterplanning, design management, interior design, wayfinding, visualisation, and BIM. Pascall+Watson is renowned for its leadership in transportation design, alongside a comprehensive portfolio that includes education, leisure, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and workplace sectors​​.

The practice’s work is not just about buildings; it’s about creating spaces for rest, study, and social interaction. A notable project with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) exemplifies this, beginning with a comprehensive masterplan study in 2013 that spanned a decade, aiming to unify all four campuses under a singular vision. This project emphasized maximizing the potential of the creative community, fostering interaction, innovation, and inclusivity​​.

Pascall+Watson’s portfolio showcases iconic projects such as the redevelopment of Blackfriars Station in London, which has become a modern landmark. This RIBA award-winning scheme extended the station across Blackfriars Bridge, enhancing capacity and connectivity. The project, noted for its innovative low-level, segmented roof supported on an elegant steel and glass structure, also stands as the world’s largest solar-powered bridge​​.

Another highlight is the development of Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 3, which revitalized the oldest operational terminal on the campus. The firm’s conceptual strategy reshaped the passenger journey, introducing feature lighting to create a distinctive aesthetic for the building’s exterior and reorganizing the check-in area for a more fluid experience​​.

Pascall+Watson is also involved in cutting-edge projects like Skybus, an advanced air mobility project that explores a new transport network based on large electric Vertical Take-Off & Landing (eVTOL) vehicles. This innovative project aims to transform urban and regional travel networks, highlighting the firm’s role in shaping the future of air mobility​​.

Their work has been recognized with global sustainability accreditations, including BREEAM, LEED, and WELL, testament to their commitment to designing intelligent, sustainable solutions that respond sensitively to their cultural and physical contexts​​.

Through a blend of innovative design, sustainability, and a forward-thinking approach, Pascall+Watson continues to shape environments that not only meet today's needs but also anticipate and innovate for the future, making a significant impact on the built environment worldwide.