Jacob Bley Griffiths

Rights to work: dual EU and British citizen

Languages: English (native), Italian (intermediate)

Education

Politecnico di Milano (2021–24)

MSc Architecture and Urban Design, 110/110

University of Bath (2015–19)

BSc (Hons) Architecture

University of Bath (2013–14)

BSc (Hons) Computer Science, first year

University College School, London (2006–13)

A-Levels: Mathematics: A*, Physics: A, Fine Art: A

Rhino, Revit, Archicad, SketchUp, Grasshopper, Python, AutoCAD, Vectorworks (2D + BIM), V-Ray, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, QGIS

Yabsley Stevens Architects – Junior Architect

2019–21, 2023–24, 2025–Present

Leading a home renovation project that involves reversing the orientation of the staircase, new layouts on ground and first floor, and a new bathroom. Completely responsible for design work, drawings, design reports, meetings and correspondence with consultants.
Working on concept design for a memorial wall within a churchyard – aiming to create a dignified and contemporary monument that honours the deceased while remaining sensitive to the surrounding graves and setting.
Playing a central role in taking a new-build house through the technical design phase, and overseeing it on site. Responsible for developing details; liaising with consultants; coordinating technical information; briefing other staff; and preparing graphics and documents to discuss the design progress and options with the clients.
Responsibilities in other projects have included assisting with development of massing, preparation of planning application documents, and development of interior concepts.

Stefano Boeri Architetti – Junior Architect

June 2024–April 2025

Worked in BIM to develop options for the facade and integrated greenery systems for a large residential project, coordinated information from the technical consultants, and prepared documentation for the client.
Took on a crucial role in a project involving a historic landmark, producing design options and presentation materials, from feasibility study to concept design.
Developed massing, facade designs, and graphical representation for a mixed-use development competition.
Collaborated with the urbanism team on an ecological park competition, working on public realm and heritage building interventions.
Contributed to projects across various design and construction phases, with scales ranging from small interventions to urban developments.

Yabsley Stevens Architects – Work Placement

April–September 2017; February–September 2018

Deeply involved with three residential projects through briefing and concept design, including massing and concept design for a new-build house.
Continued one of the projects by overseeing it through technical design, site, and completion – responsible for coordinating with consultants, suppliers and the contractor, while continuing to develop the interior through discussions with the client.

Robert Dye Architects – Assistant

Summers 2014–16

Attended design meetings and assisted the team by making architectural models to explore each iteration.
Worked on drawings for planning applications and building regulations submissions.