New London Architecture

Justin Nicholls

Director

Fathom Architects

Justin Nicholls
Justin founded Fathom Architects and leads the design direction of the practice with a combination of his inquisitive nature, creativity and proven technical skill.
 
His architecture career spans over 30 years. During 11 years at Foster + Partners, Justin worked on a series of international projects including Beijing International Airport, leaving as Project Director in 2004 to become one of the original Partners of Make. Here he led a team focused on heritage, residential and higher education for 12 years, delivering high profile projects including Grosvenor Waterside, The Crown Estate’s St James’s Market and over 60,000sq m of world class research buildings for The University of Oxford.

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Study Tour: 220 Blackfriars

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Study Tour: 220 Blackfriars

07 October 2026

Free
Five minutes with... Justin Nicholls

30 June 2026

Five minutes with... Justin Nicholls

David Taylor speaks to Fathom founder Justin Nicholls as the practice marks 10 years, discussing its journey, his career path and advice for aspiring founders.

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