Ben is a designer, researcher, builder and co-founder of Local Works Studio. He is committed to applying circular economy principles and knowledge of material reuse and invention to any project. With a background in building repair, he designs new materials, structures, finishes and processes to suit any scale and application. Prior to forming Local Works Studio Ben created and ran a well-respected building conservation company for 15 years, repairing vernacular buildings throughout the UK and Europe. Ben’s creative practice was informed by an education at the Royal College of Art in London, and he continues to research and innovate within his specialist field, developing new architectural and landscape-led design projects working with existing buildings, local materials, waste, crafts, and people.
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