About us

The Team

Tim Hatton

Tim has extensive experience in the residential sector, from masterplanning and housing developments, working with leading house builders through to bespoke residential projects for private clients. This has led to a strong understanding of the complexities of the planning system, with a solid grounding in the technical issues of construction and buildability. An appreciation and understanding of historic buildings has also led to an interest in the Heritage side of architecture and he is an RIBA Conservation Registrant. He has a keen interest in delivering successful architecture that responds to a client’s individual needs. Tim is co-chair of the local branch of the RIBA, the York Architectural Association and sits on the Regional Council of the RIBA.

James Peat

James has considerable experience working across a range of sectors coming from working for several large practices in the North East of England over a number of years. He has particular knowledge of the residential and care sectors with a wealth of experience in delivering large and small projects from inception through to completion. Through his work in the elderly care sector James has developed a strong interest in how architecture can improve the health and lives of the elderly population.

David Morland

David has a wealth of experience and has been responsible for leading complex consultant teams on a range of mixed use schemes and contextually sensitive projects. His passion, is for low energy and sustainable design. David is a Certified Passivhaus Designer and his previous projects have included the use of innovate materials and design strategies to create truly low energy buildings.

Dr Kate Morland

During Kate’s years of training and subsequent years post qualification, she has gained significant experience in the residential sector. One of Kate’s key interests is evaluating building performance and seeing whether design aspirations are met in reality. Kate is responsible for our Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE) studies, using the Building use studies (BUS) methodology.

Kasia Buś

Kasia joined the practice in 2019 as a Part 1 Architectural Assistant. She completed her Part 2 via the Architecture Apprenticeship course at Northumbria University and is now progressing with her Part 3. Kasia has an interest in sustainable and energy efficient design as well as retrofit of existing buildings. What is more she enjoys drawing and learning about History of Art.

Chantal Rozard

Chantal joined the practice in 2021 as our Business Manager, with over 10 years experience she’s adept at prioritising tasks while always being on-hand to support the partners with their day-to-day diary management. Within the practice she is also responsible for Client liaison, Project support, Finance and Marketing.

Lydia Gilbert

Lydia joined the practice in 2022 as a Part 1 Architectural Assistant after completing her Bachelors at Sheffield Hallam University. She is now progressing her Part 2 studies via the Architecure Apprenticeship route with Sheffield Hallam. Lydia has interest in creatively incorporating green space into design as well as sustainable design. She also enjoys music, painting and literature.

Isaac Dransfield

As a Part 1 Architectural Assistant, Isaac has a passion for design and a dedication to crafting spaces that seek to inspire and innovate. Isaac joined Carve in 2024, following graduation from Sheffield Hallam University with a profound curiosity in sustainable design as well as blending tradition with modernity.

Molly Kenwright

Molly joined the practice in 2024 as a Part 1 Architectural Assistant after completing her Bachelors at The University of Manchester. Molly has an interest in sustainable architecture, which drives her to explore eco-friendly design principles. Additionally, she enjoys writing, drawing and visiting local museums and galleries to gather design inspiration.