Simon joined Foster + Partners in 2021 bringing over a decade of international experience in design-focused environments. A graduate of Newcastle University and the Welsh School of Architecture, Simon has spearheaded award-winning projects of diverse scales and typologies across North America and Asia. His work reflects a strong commitment to design excellence across all project stages from concept design through to technical detailing to on-site supervision. Since joining the practice, Simon has led a broad range of global projects including the competition-winning mixed-use development in Changfeng, Shanghai; the Euro-American Innovation City in Hangzhou; and the Canal Side Luxury Residences in Dubai – all of which are now under construction. He is currently leading the refurbishment of a public house in Oxford.