Meet the Team
Paul T D Hutchings
BSc (Hons) Dip Arch Dip UD RIBA
Director
Paul first joined the practice in 1994 and completed his architectural education, registering as an Architect in 1996. In 1998 in left to work for the Methodist Church, including a placement in Poland, working on refurbishment and extension of church properties throughout the country, gaining valuable experience which he has applied to his numerous church projects across the East of England.
In 2000 Paul returned to the Practice as a new Partner, becoming a director in 2009 when the practice became a limited company. His projects vary across the work sectors, with the majority of his current projects working with churches on renovations and extensions.
Colan R Bartram
BA (Hons) Dip Arch RIBA
Director
Colan joined the practice 2000 following placements at practices in Leamington Spa and Warwick, completing his final qualifications with the practice and introduced as a partner in 2003.
Colan works across the sectors, predominantly residential developments, commercial and industrial.
Outside of the office Colan plays cricket for a local team and enjoys snowboarding, perfecting his skills on an annual trip to the alps.
Daniel Coulling
BA (Hons) Dip Arch
Senior Architect
Daniel first joined the practice as an Architectural Assistant in 1998 for a year’s work experience before going back to University to continue his architectural studies. He returned to the practice in 2001, finishing his studies and becoming a registered Architect in 2004.
Daniel has worked on traditional and design and build contracts of varying size. He has experience in residential, community, commercial and educational sectors working on feasibility studies, outline proposals, detailed design, tendering and operations on site right through to completion.
Kirsten L McKelvie
BA (Hons) BArch PgDip PPMA
Architect
Kirsten has had an interest in design from a young age and first came to the practice back in 2002 for two weeks work experience whilst at school, which confirmed to her that she wanted to pursue a career in architecture. She began her formal architecture education in 2005 at The University of Lincoln and spent her summers working for the practice, including a years experience between her RIBA Part I and Part II qualifications, gaining valuable real world experience and knowledge. She completed her postgraduate diploma in Professional Practice and Management in Architecture and obtained her RIBA Part III qualification, becoming a registered Architect in 2014.
Kirsten’s experience is across the different sectors working on private houses, housing developments, commercial and community projects, on new build, extensions and refurbishments. She has experience contract managing both small and large developments on site and really enjoys seeing her designs take shape on site.
Outside of the office Kirsten likes to travel whenever she gets the opportunity and is always looking at where she could go next. More local to home she likes going out on her bike and in her kayak.
Evangeline A Lee
BArch (Hons)
Architectural Assistant (Part 1)
Evie joined the practice shortly after completing her RIBA Part I (BArch) degree at The University of Lincoln in 2016. She has a specific interest in the built environment regarding architecture as a multi-disciplinary topic which can encompass health and wellbeing and the effect an environment can have on how people use a space. Her interest in architecture from a young age has encouraged her to follow her ambition in becoming an Architect in the near future.
Since joining us, Evie has already worked on a wide range of projects including commercial refurbishment, residential developments and renovating Churches where she is broadening her knowledge and skills. She thoroughly enjoys being part of the team and working within a professional environment to gain firsthand experience.
While undertaking her postgraduate degree, Evie has been a student representative of the Master of Architecture course and has been instrumental in its development, allowing students to have a say in how the course should be improved.
Alongside architecture Evie is a keen active individual who partakes in fitness classes and swimming and enjoys visiting the Lake District to capture the beautiful untouched landscapes. She also enjoys interior design, assisting with family renovations including kitchen and bathroom designs.
At present Evie has returned to The University of Lincoln to complete her second year of her Masters Degree and will return to the practice after obtaining her RIBA Part II qualification.
Louis Holwell
BArch (Hons)
Architectural Assistant (Part 1)
Louis is the newest member of the team after completing his RIBA Part I qualification at De Montfort University and is currently on his year out with the practice. Louis was inspired to become an architect when researching the Norman Foster building, The Gherkin, for an essay he did at a young age.
Whilst with the practice Louis hopes to gain a greater understanding of the day to day work of an architect, with a particular interest into the workings around residential and private buildings. Louis hopes use the knowledge he will gain from his year and apply it to his Masters degree, which he will be undertaking after his time at the practice.
Outside of the office Louis plays an array of sports, more recently playing American Football for the DMU Falcons, and going to the gym on a regular basis. Louis is a lifelong Chelsea fan, much to the dismay of some of his coworkers. He also enjoys cooking and going for runs.
Kirsty Sanderson
Practice Administrator
Kirsty started at PDG in 2015 following the retirement of our previous administrator. She joined the practice as she wanted to develop her skills in HR and finance and has since completed her Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration.
Apart from spending as much time as possible with her husband and son, Kirsty enjoys being creative and has taught herself to sew and crochet, including making items for other members of the team.
Kirsty is currently on maternity leave following the birth of her first son and will be returning to the practice part time.
Lynda Rippon
Practice Administrator
Lynda joined the practice in 2017, initially to cover maternity leave and will now be staying with us part time once Kirsty returns.
After spending most of her professional life as a School Business Manager she decided that she wanted a change from school life, the opportunity to try something new and to travel outside of school holidays!
Lynda enjoys the theatre, spending time with family and friends and baking – much to the delight of the rest of the team when she brings in her creations for everyone to try.