BVN co-CEO and principal Ali Bounds is both ideologically driven and pragmatic when it comes to making architecture better engage with our streets, neighbourhoods, cities and environment. The concept of experience is central in Ali’s approach to design. Her original thinking and expertise in user consultation has seen her projects recognised for design innovation and the buildings become high-value community assets stitched into their environs.

Ali is acutely aware of the responsibilities of an architect. She is committed to improving spaces for the client, for people frequenting them and for the planet. On projects, Ali works closely to articulate objectives and hone solutions. As a leader, she’s quick to seize opportunities and is bold in challenging paradigms. Her imprint can be found on award-winning projects spanning healthcare, research, education, workplace and adaptive reuse with pedagogical and research environments that push the boundaries and civic buildings that offer captivating journeys of discovery.

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