Our Studio
Meet The team
The creative minds behind your project, from initial concept through to completion. Our experienced team of chartered architects and designers work collaboratively to deliver bespoke solutions that not only meet your brief and budget, but exceed your expectations at every stage.
Tom Cannon
Bsc (Hons), FCIAT – Managing Director
Having founded CANNON Architectural Design Ltd in Late 2018, Tom has always been at the forefront of everything we do. Tom oversees the firms strategic visions and deals with upholding our award-winning service. He manages client relations and is involved in the implementation and delivery of all of our projects. Tom has a fantastic relationship with Local Authority planning and building control departments, and has become well known within his field.
He has a wealth of experience which has been gained over many years within the industry.
Having studied Architectural Technology at Nottingham Trent University, he graduated in 2016, whilst also working at a global Architectural Practice in London through his 2015 practice experience year. Post graduation, Tom worked for an award-winning bespoke housing developer, where he implemented Building Information Modelling (BIM) within the design and construction teams. Tom would work on his own planning applications, and also then managed the working drawings team later throughout his employment. Tom became a Chartered Architectural Technologist (MCIAT) in 2018, and then shortly after also receive Fellowship recognition (FCIAT) with the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists in 2021. This was received for significant contribution and experience within the Architectural Technology field.
The practice was founded in 2018, where Tom would work on projects in his evenings and weekends outside of employment. In 2020, the practice became extremely busy due to the reputation that had been built, and he implemented a practice expansion, where the practice employed both Gloria and Lisa, and we moved into our lovely studio in Spring 2021. Since then, the practice has gone from strength to strength and Tom ensures that everyone in the team is working on a variety of projects at a variety of different stages, to ensure that experience and knowledge is shared throughout the team as best as possible. Tom is the face of everything that we do, and is passionate about delivering quality design, with competitive fees. This has always been the business model that Tom wanted, and he is always exploring new ways to make us more efficient, and therefore, more competitive!
Gloria Sedda
MArch II (Hons) ARB – Senior Architect
Gloria joined Cannon Architectural Design Ltd in 2022 where she focused on residential architecture, specializing in new homes, housing developments, extensions, and refurbishments. Her expertise in residential architecture is complemented by a growing interest in historic building conservation. Gloria is skilled in blending sustainable design practices with energy-efficient solutions to create functional, environmentally responsible homes, while passionately designing transformative spaces that enhance people’s lives and foster well-being and happiness, whether through new constructions, refurbishments or the preservation of historic landmarks.
Holding a Master’s Degree in Architecture from the University of Cagliari (2012) and a Master of Architecture II cum summa laude in Architecture, Sacred Art, and Liturgy from the Pontifical University Regina Apostolorum in Rome, she specializes in sacred architecture and the relationship between ancestral architecture and worship.
Gloria qualified as an Architect in 2015, and she brings a wealth of knowledge to all of our projects, from historic buildings to modern residential designs. With extensive experience working as a self-employed Architect and in architectural practices in Italy and the UK, Gloria has managed projects across diverse sectors, from private homes to public and religious buildings blending historical preservation with modern design needs.
Beyond the design desk, Gloria is an avid nature lover who enjoys the quiet serenity of rural life, regularly visiting family in Sardinia to recharge amidst the natural beauty of the beaches, history and countryside.
George Wright
Trainee Architectural Technician
George is our aspiring apprentice, who is currently on a one day a week leave at London South Bank (LSBU) where he is studying an Architectural Assistant course. George joined the team in the Summer of 2024, and on a day-to-day basis, assists the rest of the design team on drawing up surveys and designs. He is also gaining lots of experience away from the desk on surveys and site visits. In his spare time, he enjoys rock climbing, and spending time with friends and his 3 cats! George is also an explorer leader with the scouts, and is often away camping at the weekends.
Lisa Taylor
Office Administrator and PA to Managing Director
Lisa is the teams personal CRM. Even though we have software for everything that we need, sometimes asking Lisa, will give a quicker result! Lisa works on keeping our projects up to date, whilst tracking our accounts, answering the phones, and doing everything admin at CANNON AD. During her personal time, she likes to spend time with her friends and family, and enjoys jetting off on holidays and experiencing different trips and adventures with her son.
Gus Cannon
Chief Well-Being Officer (CWO)
Gus is a working Cocker Spaniel who was brought into the team to boost morale, make everyone smile, and occasionally chase his tail!
He loves meeting new people, so feel free to say hello if you pop into the studio! He is an expert in the art of giving puppy eyes and is always down for a belly rub or a game of fetch. His favourite things include treats, balls, long naps under desks, and watching everyone work from his bed. Gus also excels at keeping the office environment stress-free with his laid-back vibe and playful attitude.
When he’s not working hard, he likes to take long walks, play with other furry friends, chew on toys, and occasionally bark at squirrels from the window.
External Consultants
We also work with several other external consultants when we need specialists on board for certain projects, which may be outside of an Architectural professions remit. We are able to recommend other consultants such as (but not limited to): Structural Engineers, Ecologists, Acoustic Consultants, Tree Surveyors, Topographical Surveyors, Land contamination experts, Archaeologists, Heritage Consultants, Planning Consultants, Lighting Consultants, Landscape Architects and Interior Designers.
Interested in working with us?
Whether you’re looking for some initial advice or you’re ready to get started on your project, please do get in touch with us today!