United Studio

United Studio

London | Shenzhen | Dubai

United Studio is an international design platform bringing together senior architects and designers. It is part of the UK-based Chetwood Architects, a RIBA Chartered Practice with 38 years of experience. Led by Managing Director Reza Esmaeeli, United Studio combines its design vision with UK governance, professional standards and delivery support. Its approach is design-led, cross-cultural and delivery-backed.

The core team brings experience from internationally recognised practices including Zaha Hadid Architects, SOM, Atkins and Fuksas. Reza has 25 years of international experience across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. He previously held senior roles at Zaha Hadid Architects, leading major projects, competitions and strategic design initiatives. United Studio is also supported by the parent practice’s founder, Laurie Chetwood, and CEO Tim Ward. Laurie founded the practice in 1988, while Tim brings 30 years of commercial leadership and project delivery experience.

Senior architects and advanced design specialists form the core team, giving clients access to award-winning talent and professional expertise, all working to a shared standard.

United Studio assembles a tailored mix of design, engineering, local partners, supply chain and contractor expertise for each project. It coordinates complex cross-border projects, translating creative ideas into design solutions that offer commercial value and can be successfully delivered.

Its work spans masterplanning, mixed-use, hospitality, commercial, residential and cultural projects across Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and Asia. Highlights include the Vision 51 masterplan in Düsseldorf, Germany; Elbufer Business Park in Hamburg; the Sinochem International HQ in Beijing; cultural centres in Guangzhou and Xi’an; and Dameisha Metro Station in Shenzhen.

United Studio offers global vision, local expertise and institutional strength: one ecosystem, one standard, and shared success.