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Best Architecture & Interior Design Professional Development Programme 2025
The UK's first and only coaching and mentoring programme specifically for design professionals.
Created by Multi-Award Winning Chartered Architect & Interior Designer, Ryan Wenham, together with Psychologist and Careers Specialist, Marc Prats.
We are passionate about empowering designers. Grow your business, create a stand-out brand and create consistency with your dream, high-value clients.
How we work
Our goal is to Rethink Architecture and how we as designers interact and build our careers.
Whether you come to us for Design, Coaching & Mentoring, Events or our Graduate Programme, we keep it intentionally simple.
We get clear on the outcome that you want, whatever that might be. Then we create a solid plan with clear steps and decision points, so you are not guessing or overthinking.
From there, we deliver with structure and care so that the work stays high quality, efficient and fun!
What our designers say
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This past week in the program has been incredibly insightful. I’ve learned a lot about myself, particularly in terms of my areas of interest in design and the areas where I need to work harder. I discovered that I am deeply passionate about conceptual design development and 3D modeling, and I thrive when working on projects that challenge my creativity and technical skills. At the same time, I identified areas for growth, such as improving my efficiency in using advanced software tools and deepening my understanding of sustainable design practices. This self-awareness has motivated me to focus on strengthening my weaknesses while continuing to build on my strengths, ensuring a more well-rounded skill set as I progress in my career.
Maryam A, UK
Architectural Designer
It was a welcomed change completing the programme tasks and the small change has made me feel a lot better.
Shreyas Reval, UK
Architect
When I started this program, I didn't even know where to start, whereas since the start of the program I have received constant support and guidance in all the areas I need to improve. Now, I have a strategy and direction in which I can focus.
Encouraging and beneficial.
Alan Custodio, ES
Environmental Designer
I joined Larsen Architecture with the goal of identifying and improving any weaknesses.
It was a really great experience and exploring myself and my design and just everything. I feel like you guys have an understanding and with your expertise, you know what you need to bring out in a person, in order to bring out a professional profile of a better architect or a better design professional.
Dilan Boyraz, UK
Freelance Designer
Thank you so much for the session. It was really helpful and encouraging. I genuinely appreciate all the thoughtful feedback, guidance, and effort you’ve put into supporting me.
Barry Ng, HK
Architect
I feel like this is just the beginning and I have high hopes that this would be life changing for me. I got to know more about myself. Accepting my weaknesses. Gaining more self confidence.
I have a clear understanding of my niche. I know what my direction is what is key concept as a designer.
Aneeqa Mukhtar, UK
Interior Designer
Ryan Wenham
Architect | Interior Designer | Mentor
Ryan Wenham is a Chartered Architect and Registered Interior Designer who has been recognised with multiple awards, including the Elmes Memorial Prize.
After training in Liverpool and Barcelona, he co-founded Larsen Architecture, where he now supports architects and designers in scaling their businesses, attracting high-quality clients, and building sustainable, fulfilling careers.
Marc Prats
Organisational Psychologist | Confidence Coach
Marc Prats is a trainer, coach and communication specialist with a background in linguistics, organisational psychology and leadership development.
A qualified Insights Discovery Practitioner, he designs and delivers professional development programmes at Larsen Architecture that help architects and designers strengthen communication, build confidence and unlock their full potential in both business and practice.
98%
Customer satisfaction rate, reflecting our dedication and results
30
Years of combined industry experience.
800+
Careers transformed through our programme in 4 years
Design
Before anything else, I am a designer. Architecture and interiors are where I thrive. It's where my passion and creative come alive.
I have always felt that there is a disconnect between what we are taught to be good designers and what it takes to create work that genuinely stands out in the real world.
I feel that the 'one-size-fits-all' approach doesn't work. Every project deserves a response that is specific to the people, the place and the brief, and that is exactly how we design. Our approach is simple. We create unique architectural responses that are functional and beautifully delivered. I have worked across the UK and Spain, mostly on luxury residential projects, and my work has been featured in two international architecture biennales, as well as being part of an award winning design team. I have worked on high-profile schemes, including a landmark regeneration programme on the UK’s largest brownfield sites. We are not about trend or just simply "looking good”. We are here to create designs that feel intentional, and that works. I am a designer that brings a clear point of view, that pushes for quality and makes every project feel calm and professional. We love what we do, and it shows in every aspect of our design work.
Coaching & Mentoring
This started as a small competition and a platform to give designers a platform to be seen, celebrated and showcase their talent, that was published in the AJ.
This quickly became something bigger and is now an international, award-winning programme built for designers who know they have talent, but want the confidence, clarity and business skill to match it.
Ryan started out selling drawings and freelancing. And this has now turned into a 6-figure design business.
We are in the industry, and we lead by example - that’s what makes us different.
Ryan brings the design-world reality, delivering multi-million pound projects with dream clients. Lived experience that we bring to everything we teach. Marc brings the psychology and performance side. He helps designers understand who they need to be to run their business and build the life they want, focusing on those important aspects that design school doesn’t teach us; confidence, boundaries, people pleasing and learning how to talk about money. We help you find your voice and your niche, then we build a clear path to turn your talent into a business that works for you. We focus on how to attract the right clients, how to communicate your value properly, and how to deliver a premium service that clients trust and respect. Then we support you to raise your fees with confidence, increase revenue, and build something that feels stable and exciting. We are not interested in quick fixes or generic advice. We build around you, your strengths, your style and the work you actually want to be known for.
Events
We love to be in a room with people. Good design doesn’t happen in isolation, it comes through collaboration.
Marc has travelled all over the UK delivering and hosting to audiences of hundreds of people. He knows how to hold attention, be his authentic self on stage, and create an atmosphere where people feel safe. Ryan has also travelled the country sharing the kind go practical, straight-talking content that genuinely changes how people think and move in their careers, businesses and in their life.
We host our own events, specifically for designers called the Designer Studio. They’re built to help you build your career, build a successful business, make the right connections and to feel part of a supportive community. You get honest advice, useful frameworks and a room full of supportive, like-minded, ambitious people who are there to life you up. We collaborate with major events as hosts and content partners. We are currently working with Design Central, the UK’s biggest design trade show outside of London, where we’ll be working alongside the team to host the event and deliver business-focused content designed to help designers from across the country grow properly. If you want an event that feels professional, high energy, and genuinely useful - we are the team for it. We don’t care about hype. We deliver real value so that you can leave feeling confident and motivated.
Graduate Programme
We are making an impact on the next generation of talent. The future of architecture.
We have created an award-winning programme that bridges the gap between education and practice. For designers who want to build proper careers, get jobs, and access opportunities within the design industry. We take students and tun them into stand-out professionals.
We have seen massive impact over the last year with our graduates getting multiple job offers in as little as two weeks.
Our graduates are getting hired, finding opportunities in new countries and getting recognition for their work with international publications and awards. And of course, the personal impact; building their confidence and shifting that mindset to become the young professionals that any studio would love to have as part of their team. We do it with structured, tailored support through online workshops, group projects and clear guidance, building real skills and nurturing talent. We know what it is to be a graduate, we’ve been there. This industry can be difficult to navigate and no one shows you what to do or how. That’s where we come in. We are the link between university and practice. The stepping stone for you to design your own career path.
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