Chapman Taylor’s Bristol Studio holds its inaugural Summer Cruise

On 5th September, Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio held its inaugural summer cruise aboard The Matthew, a replica of the 15th century caravel sailed by John Cabot to Newfoundland in 1497. Joined by 30 clients and consultants, the team set sail from Prince’s Wharf for a two-hour scenic trip around the Bristol Floating Harbour.

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Whilst on board, Chapman Taylor’s team and guests enjoyed a traditional fish and chip dinner, private bar and views of Bristol from the water.

Bristol studio Director, Nick Thursby, commented: ‘The summer cruise was a great success and an excellent way to socialise with clients, consultants and friends of Chapman Taylor. We look forward to it becoming an annual event in the calendar’.

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Nick Thursby (BA (Hons) Dip Arch RIBA)

Director, UK

Nick joined Chapman Taylor’s London studio in 1999 and has over 20 years’ experience spanning all project stages. He has particular expertise in the concept design and masterplanning of schemes through to their detailed design, particularly on large-scale projects at the heart of many of the UK’s major cities.

Nick was jointly responsible for establishing Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2012 and, as a UK Board Director, he is responsible for the ongoing business development and management of this part of the UK business.

He believes it is crucial to the long-term success of Chapman Taylor to nurture and mentor the creativity and talent in our studios.

Areas of expertise:

Retail / Residential / Mixed-use / Concept Design / Detailed Design / Masterplanning

Nick joined Chapman Taylor’s London studio in 1999 and worked on the award-winning Princesshay, Exeter scheme before joining the UK concept design team.

He was jointly responsible for establishing Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2013 and as a UK Board Director is now responsible for the ongoing development and management of this part of the UK business. Nick also leads Chapman Taylor’s Sustainability Group responsible for researching best-practice environmental design initiatives and innovation.

He has 20 years’ experience spanning all project stages.

Areas of expertise:

Retail / Residential / Mixed-use / Concept Design / Detailed Design / Sustainability

Jonathan Harris (BA (Hons) Dip Arch)

Director, UK

Jonathan Harris joined Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2016 and became a Director in 2022.

He is a member of our Residential Team and is also responsible for leading a number of key mixed-use regeneration projects in the Bristol studio.

Previously based in London, Jonathan has design experience working across a number of sectors including residential, education, and commercial offices.

Areas of expertise:

Residential / Mixed-use / Masterplanning