Nurturing Talent: Celebrating the Advancement of Three Outstanding Team Members at Den Architecture

At Den Architecture, our architectural practice is not only about creating innovative designs but also cultivating a workplace culture that fosters growth, loyalty, and professional advancement. 

We aim to provide a welcoming environment that encourages development, creativity and celebrates the success of our talented team. As testament to this, we are happy to announce the recent promotions of three of our current staff members, demonstrating our commitment to internal development and the continued growth of our practice.  

On joining our Practice, new employees become part of a team that values collaboration, diversity, and a passion for constant development. Our welcoming environment is designed to encourage communication and create a space where ideas prosper. We believe that a supportive atmosphere is the foundation for creativity and innovation. 

Recognising the dynamic nature of our industry, we actively invest in the professional development of our team members. Workshops, conferences, and training sessions are just a few ways we empower our staff to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of architecture. Our mentorship programmes further promote knowledge-sharing and skill development, creating a culture of continuous learning. 

Graham Hepworth (left), Harpreet Syan (centre) and Simon Taylor (right)

The recent promotion of three of our team (Graham Hepworth, Simon Taylor and Harpreet Syan) exemplifies our dedication to recognising and rewarding their talent. These team members have demonstrated skill, dedication, and been integral to the advancement of the practice’s culture and values.    

Graham Hepworth’s promotion to Director is unique as he joined the practice as a teenager over 20 years ago, straight from school, and has constantly progressed, acquiring an impressive skill set for complex technical construction packages. Within his new role Graham will be overseeing and managing the production of construction information. His vast experience and knowledge will be a vital resource for our technical team.      

Simon Taylor has also been with the practice for over 20 years and has been proficient in representing the company to clients and various consultants when delivering planning applications. His promotion to Director will see him overseeing the planning application process on projects. The knowledge and experience Simon has developed during his time at Den has been a significant resource to both the company and his colleagues.

Harpreet Syan joined Den over 9 years ago and has shown a constant desire to improve, and through this has developed into a key member of the team having responsibility for both planning and construction packages. His promotion to Associate Director will see him take a more active role in marketing and branding as he has shown a positive interest in that aspect of the business.      

By promoting from within, we not only acknowledge hard work but also actively encourage others to develop and be recognised. Our commitment to internal growth creates a culture of healthy competition and continuous improvement. We are sure there will be further evidence of this in the not too distant future with regards to others within the company.

We understand the importance of career progression in our competitive industry. At Den Architecture, we actively encourage our team members to thrive and progress upward. Our focus is on recognising and encouraging unique strengths and providing opportunities for leadership roles, project management responsibilities, and involvement in decision-making processes empowers individuals to shape and direct their own careers.