Team

Rigby & Rigby CEO Iain Johnson has been a pivotal part the growth of the firm since its inception, dynamically executing the vision of a truly integrated design and delivery studio with full-service capabilities. A champion of the studio’s expansion, he has helped it to become a leading multi-award-winning name in ultra-prime delivery. Accredited in every division, the firm’s extensive expertise extends across development management, architecture, interior design, construction delivery and private client services, to create the most exceptional properties in the world.

Rigby & Rigby is a founding member of the luxury design group Allect, alongside Helen Green Design and Lawson Robb. Johnson’s vision was to bring together some of the finest names in architecture, interior and product design with the mission to foster an unrivalled level of creativity, innovation and excellence. Rigby & Rigby’s research and development-influenced architecture and interior design strikes a fine and complimentary balance with Helen Green’s elegantly British sensibility and Lawson Robb’s unique and vibrant interiors and yacht design. Johnson leads and oversees the group’s operational strategy and creative division – ensuring the brands individual identity, heritage and expertise is maintained and delivered as a complimentary offering, he is also creating collaborations with some of the world’s best architects and interior design studios providing clients a unique opportunity of choice within the full-service delivery model.

At the heart of Rigby & Rigby’s approach is Johnson’s profound commitment to the client experience. Architecturally trained with 20 years of industry leadership and experience, Iain’s ability to understand every facet of the design process ensures he is perfectly positioned to support clients throughout their development journey. This includes Rigby & Rigby’s award-winning Special Projects division, where Iain leads a dedicated development and delivery team undertaking the most complex signature new build and heritage restoration projects, requiring an additional level of attention and care.

Creatively Iain’s passion lays in driving innovation through research-based methodology, influencing the architectural and interior design studios to be more experimental and to maximise the client experience and enrich the user journey. The product being perfectly resolved residences, with a style defined as understated refined luxury, delivered with a service that is second to none.

Having been involved since the firm’s inception in 2006, CEO Wayne Stokes has been instrumental in the establishment of Rigby & Rigby. He brings more than 30 years of industry experience, and his depth and breadth of construction and delivery knowledge have proven invaluable to the company.

Stokes’ experience in delivering luxury residential properties has given him vital insight in his role of overseeing and managing the commercial development of Rigby & Rigby. Practiced at leading large teams, communicating with UHNW clients and liaising with leading architecture and interior design studios, he ensures the exceptional execution and seamless delivery of complex projects. Renowned for bringing a can-do and personable attitude to every Rigby & Rigby project, he ensures clients’ objectives are met and relationships are maintained with the utmost professionalism. His ability to understand every facet of the design process ensures projects are delivered with immaculate finishing, detail and quality.

All Rigby & Rigby clients are now able to benefit from the firm’s ‘Total Care’ concierge property management solution, which is delivered by their private client services team. Contracts range from simple maintenance through to a comprehensive service, which includes the management of third-party contracts. The aim is to provide an all-encompassing solution that enables clients to derive maximum pleasure from their homes. ‘By utilising detailed and specific knowledge of client properties, our team responds quickly and efficiently to any requirements. We provide our discerning clients with exceptional attention to detail, as well as discretion and confidentiality. Our clients’ happiness, comfort and ease are our greatest priority’ says the firm.

The aim is to provide an all-encompassing solution that enables clients and their families to just sit back, relax and enjoy their homes.

As Studio Director and an RIBA registered Architect, Mark brings more than 25 years of experience in architecture and leadership. Mark is an accomplished architect who has delivered projects ranging from high-end residential to commercial and conservation sectors.Mark’s experience delivering such a broad range of projects has given him invaluable insight, knowledge and management skills which he brings to his leadership of the Rigby & Rigby Architecture studio. He is practised at overseeing a large team, communicating with clients and the designers. Mark’s role at Rigby & Rigby has evolved over his seven years with the company and as Studio Director he is responsible for managing the team of architects and ensure the smooth functioning of the Architecture studio.Past projects have included a 1930’s Chelsea townhouse and a large country house in Warwickshire. Currently, Mark is working on some of Rigby & Rigby's most complex full-service special projects including ‘Lancelot House’, a 17,000 sq ft private residence in Knightsbridge completing in 2021.

With 15 years’ experience working in the UK and internationally, James is an accomplished Studio Manager and Interior Designer. James’ exceptional technical ability and passion for innovative design have ensured the delivery of a wide range of projects for private and commercial clients such city apartments, country houses and five-star hotels.Since joining Rigby & Rigby in 2018, James has become the leading interior designer on Rigby & Rigby’s special project, 'Lancelot House', a 17,000 sq ft private residence located in the heart of Knightsbridge, London. He has also been instrumental in the design of several international projects most recently in Copenhagen, Dubai and Japan.James’ attention to detail and commitment to create the most exceptional homes for our clients has led him to develop a strong interest in sustainability and wellness. James is focused on the impact of our living environment on our physical and emotional health with particular expertise in the practice of Feng Shui.Prior to Rigby & Rigby, James has built a wealth of knowledge as an interior architect and interior designer whilst working for leading London design houses, including Harrods Interior Design Studio. James brings his expertise in communicating with clients to Rigby & Rigby having spent two and a half years working for a private client in the Middle East.

Charlie has over 10 years’ experience in practice. He studied at Birmingham School of Architecture,

Manchester University and the Bartlett UCL, graduating with a First Class hons and Distinction then

registering with the ARB in 2015. Charlie’s student work was award winning and recognised within

the universities and externally by the Manchester society of architects for his final thesis project.

Whilst working in his year in industry Charlie and a colleague competed in a RIBA international

competition beating 400 entries for a redesign of the prestigious Pushkin cinema in Moscow.

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Charlie spent over 7 years with Heatherwick Studio, holding key roles on several prestigious projects

including Bombay Saphire Gin Distillery(£25 Million), Eden residential tower(£40 Million) in Singapore

and Changi Airport Terminal 5. Roles included design guardian and resident site architect for Eden,

delivering the architecture and interiors on site for the high end residential tower, and workstream

lead for Changi T5 that involved coordinating complex design with specialist consultants for a

transportation hub along with acting as design guardian of interiors and look and feel for Heatherwick

Studio. Charlie worked closely with the client team,consultants and contractors travelling extensively

to factories, quarries and showrooms in Europe and Asia to ensure quality for these projects.

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Following working in Singapore Charlie joined Snøhetta Hong Kong and worked on a luxury private

island residence in Greece before moving to Snøhetta Oslo. During his time in Oslo as senior architect

he held key lead roles in architecture and interiors for a Palace renovation in the UAE and the tallest

timber office tower in Finland for a Norwegian Developer. Charlie worked closely with the clients and

consultants to develop the design and ensure quality proposals.

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Now at Rigby and Rigby, Charlie’s focus is on developing and supporting great design and growing

the international architecture side of the business.

Dave studied Architecture at the University of Bath, attaining a BSc (Hons) followed by a Masters in Architecture and the Part III professional certificate in record time, becoming fully qualified at the age of 25. Dave is registered with the ARB and the RIBA and has over 11 years of fully qualified experience.Since 2010, Dave has worked as an architect for multiple practices responsible for project management, client liaison and contract administration. His speciality is contemporary construction detailing with a minimal aesthetic and a focus on sustainability. In his most recent role as Associate at Spaced Out Ltd, Dave worked on over 85 projects and was project architect for 42 of those projects. Dave has delivered buildings in a wide range of sectors, including restaurants, schools, residential and commercial properties. Dave is experienced as a team leader and has run the Rigby and Rigby London architecture department since 2019. Dave has won multiple awards, including the British Homes Award and the Pool of the Year Award and has helped achievedCIAT accreditation in 2015. In addition to his work achievements, Dave has been an associate lecturer at the University of Northampton teaching 3D CAD from 2016-2018. As an Associate at Rigby and Rigby Dave is acting as project architect for a number of multi million pound projects simultaneously.At Rigby & Rigby, Dave is helping to achieve and exceed client goals. He is willing to go above and beyond to achieve architecture which surprises and elates our clients. He has a passion for construction detailing and problem solving and his extensive construction knowledge is the cornerstone of his architectural designs.

Paul has fifteen years professional experience in Architectural Practice and has been involved in a number of projects across a variety of sectors, including education, pharmaceutical, aviation, R&D and high-end residential. Paul carries professional accreditation with both the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) & BIID (British Institute of Interior Designers).In 2014, Paul joined Rigby & Rigby and has since gained extensive experience in the delivery of highly complex planning/LBC applications, along with the preparation of detailed/technical design packages, project management and interior scheme proposals for a number of properties within Super Prime London. Recent projects include the award winning 12 Charles Street apartment, R&R’s spectacular Grosvenor Square development, along with a selection of exceptional Private Client projects.

Issy joined Rigby & Rigby full time at the start of 2024, having successfully completed an internship with the company during 2019, and working for another luxury residential design studio in between.During her career, she has overseen varied high end projects and she has also managed an Interior Design charity which focused on redesigning charitable organisation spaces into places of joy and comfort. As charity manager, she successfully organised several charitable events while also designing, managing, and installing a number of charity transformation projects.Since re-joining the Rigby & Rigby Interior Design studio, she has established herself as an important team member and focused on the design and delivery of an overseas 55,000 sq ft new build project.In her spare time, Issy enjoys cooking, travelling and yoga.

After graduating with a BA in Interior Design, Kamei has worked in the residential market for 14 years. With the first half of her career in predominantly small companies, she was able to appreciate first-hand the logistics of running an interior design business, and this nurtured the understanding of what is required to be an all-round designer, and to be able to manage all aspects of a project.Her portfolio mostly features projects in London where her expertise lies, however Kamei has also worked on projects in Switzerland and China. Since joining the Rigby & Rigby ID team in 2021, Kamei has worked on projects in Knightsbridge and Chelsea, as well as international projects in Dubai and Bangkok.Kamei provides Clients with a professional and personable experience, which assures them that she takes into account all of their needs and will go above and beyond to deliver a successful project.

Rebecca studied History of Art at the University of Leeds, where she graduated with a 1st Class Honours Degree. Following graduation, Rebecca established a career in Finance in the Channel Islands before returning to the UK to pursue her love for the Decorative and Fine Arts. Rebecca then went on to study at the Inchbald School of Design, where she developed the skills necessary to establish a career in Interior Design.In 2017, Rebecca joined the Rigby and Rigby Interior Design Studio and has since completed projects in Covent Garden, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Oslo and Dubai. She has most recently concluded a 17,000 sq ft new build project in Knightsbridge and is currently working on projects in London and Bangkok.Rebecca enjoys travelling, skiing, good wine and good food.

Tania joined the Rigby and Rigby Interior Design Team in 2019.

Since moving to the UK, Tania has worked as a designer for the main developers in country gaining great experience in the London Market.Keen to develop her career, Tania then moved to an international firm with offices in London, New York and Los Angeles. During this time she worked on various high end private residential projects.Having joined Rigby and Rigby, she has led projects for a number of clients including a number of townhouses in Belgravia, a contemporary new build in the country and a private family office in Oslo, Norway.Tania’s main hobbies are photography, art and travelling. After graduating, she spent a year travelling and continues to visit different cities and cultures capturing new inspirations to bring in to her design schemes.

Having just reached his 11 year anniversary at Rigby & Rigby, Will is an integral part of the team, having lead key projects including a 12,500Sqft listed Church Conversion in Knightsbridge and a Grade II listed home in Old Queen Street.Will’s background before Rigby & Rigby was within the fine arts and as a freelance model maker. Graduating from Bristol Art College with degree in Fine Art, Will specialised in sculpture before he began work as a freelance model maker within the film and television Industry working on a number of films and television commercials. In 1987 he established his own Creative Company as Principle Director, maintaining his roots in the film industry where he ventured into the exhibition and theme world building exhibition stands in London, Milan and Cologne. In 2005 William left the industry and moved his building and creative skills to the world of high quality commercial and residential property refurbishment.

Daisy Watson is a dynamic graphic designer leading the development of a dedicated graphics and branding department within the Creative Division at Rigby & Rigby. With a rich background in Architecture, Art, and Animation, Daisy leverages her interdisciplinary expertise to bring innovative and cohesive design solutions to the company. Since joining the Allect Group, she has made a significant impact, acting as the brand guardian for Rigby & Rigby, Helen Green, and Lawson Robb, as well as creating many luxurious and contemporary brand identities, most notably, Berkeley Arcade. Her meticulous attention to detail and artistic flair have been instrumental in elevating the visual identity of prestigious brands, and driving Rigby & Rigby's reputation for cutting-edge and sophisticated design solutions.

Kay Sames is a highly seasoned 3D Visualiser based in London, with specialist experience in the architectural and interior visualisation industry, creating images and animations for some of the most renowned commercial and residential properties across the globe. She established the Rigby & Rigby 3D department in 2022 and she has made a mark as a distinguished professional in the field, having honed her expertise through tenures at some of London's most esteemed studios, where she refined her skills and proficiency in the essential software and techniques integral to the visualisation industry.

As a results-oriented 3D Visualiser, Kay brings over a decade of experience to the dynamic realm of architectural and interior visualisation. She demonstrates exceptional proficiency in industry-standard tools such as 3ds Max, Corona, V-Ray, Photoshop, and Marvelous Designer, using them to translate design concepts into visually striking and lifelike representations. Currently, Kay holds the position of 3D Studio Manager at Rigby & Rigby, where she applies her extensive expertise in project management and marketing oversight. Her consistent track record of delivering high-quality visualisations that not only meet but exceed client expectations is a testament to her unwavering commitment to detail and her innate talent for effective communication. With a passion for translating creative visions into compelling, tangible visuals, Kay excels at elevating projects across diverse industries.

Kay has made a name for herself in the visualisation industry and has been featured in publications including 3Disciple Magazine.

An accomplished 3D designer with a background in architectural design, Lucy has been a key member of the 3D design team since 2021. Her seven years of prior experience in architecture have proven invaluable in maintaining a high level of accuracy in our visual representations. Lucy is proficient in a diverse range of design software, including AutoCAD, 3dsMax, Corona, Photoshop, and After Effects. Her exceptional organizational skills, aptitude for creating efficient processes, and ability to streamline workflows have significantly contributed to our department’s productivity and improved project pipelines.Lucy has been instrumental in driving departmental success through her introduction of effective organizational and list-based management techniques, resulting in a substantial increase in overall efficiency. She takes pride in ensuring the precision and accuracy of visual representations, aligning them meticulously with project requirements and industry standards. Committed to continuous learning, Lucy has consistently surpassed expectations, evolving into a proficient visualiser capable of independently managing projects with outstanding results. Her adaptability is remarkable, as she exhibits flexibility and dynamism in handling various responsibilities, swiftly adapting to evolving project needs and dynamic industry trends.

Liné Samdal, Head of Private Clients has a wealth of experience across multiple sectors in the luxury industry. With a background in contract, real estate and international Law from the University of Oslo, Liné has a BA degree in Business and Economics and a MA in Luxury Brand Management at Regent’s University London.

Liné has a profound understanding and passion for luxury with extensive business development experience in luxury retail including work with Max Mara & La Perla before founding her own luxury brand consulting agency, tailoring strategies for emerging luxury brands to grow brand equity in new markets.

With 10 years of international experience, working in the Middle East, Europe and Scandinavia, working with luxury brands and UNHWI, Liné has the knowledge and understanding to support your international project, whilst ensuring it meets the high level luxury standard Liné expects.

Outside of work Liné interests include horse show-jumping, down hill skiing & hiking. Liné is now Head of Private Clients at Allect and is responsible for ensuring project reporting and managing client relationships across all the brands.

Tim Maycock is Rigby & Rigby's newly appointed Finance Director. Tim brings a wealth of experience and a stellar track record in finance management, further elevating the group’s leadership team.Tim’s journey in the finance realm spans over a decade, marked by key roles in esteemed organisations. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Birmingham Hippodrome, where his strategic acumen and operational expertise played a pivotal role in driving success. Prior to this, he held the position of Finance Director for over four years at the same institution, highlighting his steadfast dedication to the company’s success and overall health.Before his tenure at Birmingham Hippodrome, Tim served as Deputy Finance Director at the Caudwell Family Office, where he honed his skills in financial stewardship and strategic planning. His contributions were instrumental in optimising financial processes and ensuring the long-term financial health of the organisation.With his diverse background and proven leadership, Tim Maycock is poised to lead the finance department at the Allect Group to new heights. His appointment demonstrates the group’s commitment to excellence and innovation in financial management.