James’ professional experience spans 20 years as an architect and urban designer. James brings an international perspective to the project. His breadth of work includes his tenure as the Architectural and Urban Design Advisor for the Prince of Wales’ Foundation for the Built Environment. James spent his first 2 years as an Urban Designer for Urban Design Associates in Pittsburgh where he first acquired a fundamental understanding of ‘placemaking’. James led on the design of Coed Darcy, the £1.2 billion planned 1,300 acre brownfield community development in south Wales. It is currently in Phase 3 of construction.

The Daybreak Pattern Book is another highlight on James’ resume. It has received national acclaim for its sustainable environmental design strategies, and is recognized as one of the best-selling communities in the country. James masterplanning and architectural designs for high profile silicon Valley tech firms are worthy of mention, along with a large portfolio of new communities across Europe, North America and Asia.