Architecture Awards 2020

108 2020 Architecture Awards BUILD Jun20262 Best Luxury Residential Architecture Practice 2020 - UK arco’s architectural journey began at the Politecnico of Milan where he completed his architectural studies. He went on to study interior design at the University of Hasselt in Belgium before moving to London where he worked for some of the UK’s leading architectural firms in traditional and high-end architecture. Rising quickly through the ranks, Marco was soon made a senior associate and working on iconic academic college projects for Cambridge and Oxford together with Prime large residential developments. In 2003, however, he found a new love. It was a passion for private residential design. For nearly twenty years, therefore, Marco has played a crucial role in the creation of numerous private London residencies and English country estates. As lead architect, he was able to work on many stunning buildings, establishing and experimenting with his style before starting his own firm: Prestige Architects. Prestige Architects is at the top of the scale when it comes to creating beautiful, innovative living spaces. Marco and his talented team have worked tirelessly to strengthen the firm’s reputation for design excellence securing an accolade of awards and recognitions on the way. Since 2009, they have worked actively on many high-end residential projects. The UK and countries in Greece, Monte Carlo, Italy and the Caribbean each hold bespoke and luxurious private properties designed by Marco to meet the needs of his clients and tailored around their lifestyle and taste. His international education means that each project brings a unique blend of Italian design with precise British delivery. Clients trust Marco and his team to handle complex and time- consuming projects that often involve multi millions of pounds because of his exceptional track record of results. Those who have used his services before will often commission him again with follow-up projects in other parts of the world or other projects for members of the family. Those who work with Marco often find that they want to continue on this exciting architectural journey. Recently, the team have been involved in an extraordinary range of different projects, each with their own unique challenges and demands. These include chalets in Switzerland, including a new build of 11,000 sqf., refurbishment and extension of two houses of 8,000sqf each in central London near Buckingham Palace M to include basements with pool, redevelopment and extension with basement and pool of a 9,000 sqf. house in Holland Park- London and works to a double penthouse in Monte Carlo. Each is designed with the aim of incorporating outstanding design and effective practical purpose. Of course, Marco’s designs are only part of the key to success. He and his firm play an enormous role in the execution of every project. Each exacting detail is tackled by a team of consultants who are as committed to quality as Marco is and they usually get involved in most of the firm projects for this precise reason. It’s a formidable combination of factors that has ensured that the firm continues to thrive. Company: Prestige Architects Name: Marco Braghiroli Web Address: www.prestige.eu.com What does it mean to live in luxury? To Marco Braghiroli, luxury means harmony of design and material with a hint of surprise. He’s spent years designing high-end, bespoke residences throughout the UK and abroad. With an exceptional record behind him, he’s a worthy winner in this year’s Architecture Awards. We take a closer look at him, his firm Prestige Architects, and his work to see if we can discover how he has found such success.