We get buildings built.
We do not do trends.
We create bold, considered spaces with a simple twist.

DEDRAFT are an architectural and interiors studio based Hackney, East London.

 

We approach each project with a vision for imaginative yet functional design. Our strong focus is not only to design – but to build, bringing projects to fruition addressing issues of the everyday, at every scale. Driven by our clients’ vision and aspirations to be deeply involved, we take a more collaborative approach to that of many architects. This collaborative partnership uniquely shapes every project delivering spaces that are not only humane, functional, and tactile but also deeply connected to their context and purpose.

 

Our aim is to produce simple, well-crafted spaces, rich in character, responsive and timeless in which clients can enjoy both the broader and intimate experience appreciating the route taken and choices made to achieve their aspirations.

One of the foremost features of the studio is our desire to build up a close client-architect relationship allowing us to translate and respond architecturally to every aspect of the brief.

 

We have no defined ‘house style’ but rather seek to create a lasting, holistic design encompassing key aspects of the brief  – we do not do trends! With issues of the climate foremost in our thinking we design robust, sustainable, low-carbon architecture,
We offer the full range of architectural services, project management and site supervision. This is highly dependent on the nature of the project, scale and budget however our service can be tailored to the unique needs of the project from feasibility to completion.

 

Our approach involves collaborations with other designers and consultants which we feel provide an enriched and stimulating design process as well as creating those timeless and responsive pieces of architecture. DEDRAFT have experience in many sectors including residential, both new-build and refurbishment, social housing, interiors, retail, wellness, commercial fit-out, and landscape/ garden design.

 

Over the past decade we have streamlined our process from design to handover to be able to deliver built projects ranging from £50k up to £8M.

 

Grant Straghan – Director ARB

 

Grant brings over twenty years of experience in architecture, specialising in a diverse array of sectors. He thrives on fostering close collaboration with clients and takes a hands-on approach to daily site management and contractor interactions. His passion for functional and refined design is complemented by an unwavering attention to detail and a commitment to creating bold, innovative solutions that challenge the status quo.

 

Graduating from Hull School of Architecture in 2003, Grant set out to establish his own architectural journey, establishing DEDRAFT in 2010. His professional background includes significant roles as a project architect at notable UK firms, such as DMFK Architects in London, Studio BAAD and GHM Group in West Yorkshire and MAP Architects in Belfast.

 

With his wealth of expertise and dedication to design excellence, Grant is committed to delivering distinctive spaces that meet the unique aspirations of each client.

 

Alex Robertson – Architect ARB

 

Alex studied at the University of Westminster and University of Greenwich, graduating with his diploma and qualifying as an architect in 2023. He has previously worked in the residential sector gaining extensive experience on extension, refurbishment and new-build projects. Alex is also a party wall surveyor and a member of FPWS. Alex joined DEDRAFT in September 2023.

 

Collaborators

 

Antoni Nedelchev

Tom Atkinson

Nia Manoylo

Antony Plumb

Connie Pidsley

Anisa Rahman

Maria Kuosmanen

Joseph Marshall

Stephanie Choi

Ennis Jalal

Man Yee Li

Cristina Pastor Morate

Nathaniel Amissah

Diana Grecu