Our Team

A creative collective of designers and architects united in our passion to do things better. Together, we make amazing things happen.

Rachel Basha-Franklin
Principal Director
Rachel Basha-Franklin

For over 25 years, Rachel has blazed a trail across the design world, from her native Australia to founding Basha-Franklin in 2007. She strives to co-create beautiful, enduring buildings and spaces that enhance people’s wellbeing while treading lightly on the planet. And she wants to do it while maximising our clients’ return on their investment.

I want to deliver more for our clients – more value, more success, more creativity. That’s why we offer an interdisciplinary service – to provide total, transformative inside-out design.

Nicola Osborn
Creative Director
Nicola Osborn

A boundary-breaker known for imaginative, pragmatic, people-focused design, Nicola is a multi-faceted commercial interior designer and creative strategist with over 25 years of experience. Her instinct for finding beautiful, elegant solutions to practical challenges has led her to work with globally revered businesses and brands.

I want to be part of creating a better, more progressive future and improve people’s lives through design.

Alex Franklin
Architecture Director
Alex Franklin

With over two decades of experience as an architect, Alex is known for his deliberate and collaborative approach, bringing unmatched attention to detail at every level, from city-making to façade design. His belief that architecture should be generous and empathetic while engaging with the issues of society has won over many stellar clients.

Great architecture rarely just happens. It isn’t passive; it takes active thought, hard work, perseverance and patience. It comes from people who know how and when to take action.

Robert Percy
Senior Associate
Robert Percy

Rob revels in unravelling the complex and is keenly interested in contemporary construction methodologies, façade systems, and sustainable design. He’s worked across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East, skilfully managing design teams and transforming ambitious briefs into financially sound, buildable solutions that are beautifully realised and made to last.

I’m passionate about making people’s lives better through meaningful, sustainable design that prioritises the wellbeing of the whole person – body, mind and emotions.

Claire  Genner
Senior Associate
Claire Genner

Inspired by collaboration and motivated by each project’s unique challenges, Claire translates complex briefs into inventive, enduring design solutions that captivate clients and stakeholders. A true leader, passionate about delivering quality and value in everything we do, she created new tools and systems to optimise and advance our design processes.

The challenges we face in design can be the most interesting aspects of the projects. They push us to think differently and come up with creative solutions.

Kaja Swiezewska
Associate Architect / Interior Design
Kaja Swiezewska

As a creative and critically minded architect, engineer and artist, there’s not much Kaja can’t do. Bringing her unique perspective and deep-dive approach to every project from strategy to completion, she co-creates engaging and connected environments that improve people’s lives.

I want to challenge banality within the profession. To be more creative and inventive but always guided by the client’s brief, our North Star.

Helena Requero Bravo
Associate Technical Designer
Helena Requero Bravo

For over 20 years, Helena has been translating complex design concepts into beautifully crafted, well-loved spaces. Her analytical mind and unparalleled eye for detail drive quality from design development to construction. She excels on site, collaborating with contractors to deliver exceptionally finished projects.

I love that we turn the intangible into a touchable reality through our work. There’s nothing better than seeing people using and enjoying the spaces we create.

Megan Chandler
Senior Interior Designer
Megan Chandler

An empathetic designer curious about human behaviour and motivations, Meg always asks: How can we design even better experiences for people? Her boundless creativity, positive outlook (there are no problems, only opportunities) and collaborative approach make her an asset to every team.

Sustainable design is key to cutting carbon emissions. I champion intelligent, positive and forward-thinking solutions that are better for people and the planet.

Isabella Williams
Interior Designer
Isabella Williams

A forward-thinker in every respect, Isabella is committed to designing enduring places and spaces incorporating the latest developments in technology and material innovations. Her human-centred approach weaves functionality, sustainability, wellness and neuroaesthetics, leading to designs that positively impact minds, bodies and bottom lines.

I’m passionate about creating innovative, socially conscious spaces that enhance people’s wellbeing.

Gary  Leone
Associate Architect
Gary Leone

Gary is a seasoned technical architect who has worked across sectors and scales, helping solve complex issues through his creative approach and precision-focused mindset. He’s enthusiastic about material innovation in a quest to design and deliver more sustainable outcomes.

I relish the technical challenges of bringing beautiful, sustainable materials together, transforming a design vision into a tangible, life-enhancing reality.

Jose Rodriguez Morales
3D Visualisation & CGI
Jose Rodriguez Morales

An exceptionally creative visualiser and artist, Jose is skilled at modelling, illuminating, texturing and post-producing photo-realistic interiors, exteriors and animations. His compelling imagery captures the essence and purpose behind our projects, allowing us to communicate unbuilt designs, concepts and ideas with clients, consultants and stakeholders.

Visualisation is a powerful storytelling tool. It opens up infinite creative possibilities and allows us to experiment, explore and improve our designs.