Emrys has developed a portfolio of high-profile cultural, residential and commercial buildings peppered with tiny, quirky projects – all approached with the same intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and flair. We are a practice with a purpose. Emrys has a real sense of excitement, an understanding that the ethos that underpins our work is perfectly in tune with the times.
We value on-going relationships over one-off quick-fix deals; lasting performance over short-term gain. Our purpose is to deliver buildings that respect the environment, enrich their context, and withstand the test of time. But perhaps most of all, our purpose is to get to know our clients, to understand how they want to live and work, and to help them to realise their dreams.
Emrys is driven by a belief that time spent listening to clients, exploring ideas, on teaching, or learning, is never wasted time. That investment in thought, dialogue, design and pushing the boundaries of standard process pays for itself several times over in terms of reduced build and running costs, efficient delivery, added value and quality of results. That the most elegant, coherent, solution represents the distillation of a thousand conversations and ideas.
Our Directors
Glyn Emrys is principle of Emrys Architects and has the overall responsibility for the design and delivery of projects. He has spearheaded schemes that cover the education, commercial, residential, arts and culture, and retail sectors. Glyn was a founding director of A-EM Architects for 15 years and has lived and worked in Hong Kong, San Francisco and Bahrain. Glyn’s portfolio includes major developments in London’s West End and the City - including projects for The Crown Estate, The Berners Allsopp Estate, Royal London, Derwent London, Shaftesbury Estate, GMS Estates and Great Portland Estates.
Matt Blacken is Associate Director at Emrys and is co-lead in the design and delivery of projects across the office. He has built up a portfolio of quality buildings whilst fostering strong client relationships. Matt’s sector expertise extends to housing, commercial, retail and education. He has led the team for many Emrys projects including 30 Broadwick for Great Portland Estates, Glasshouse Street for The Crown Estate and projects for UCL and Goldsmiths and has worked with Glyn for over 25 years.
