Who we are
David Hughes and Keith O’Hanlon established Hughes:O’Hanlon Architects in North Wales in 2023, with the vision of a design-led collaborative practice – achieving successful outcomes by understanding that architecture is inherently a social activity. We enjoy working with others who share our passion.
David Hughes
David is a Chartered Architect and product of the Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff. David has many years’ experience in the region; the last twenty-five at Director/Principal level, latterly as a Director of a Wrexham-based Chartered Practice and prior to that a Director of a large multi-disciplinary consultancy in the north-west.
A mark of his reputation within the profession are his positions as President of the North Wales Society of Architects – the first, and to date, only person to hold the office twice, a Royal Society of Architects in Wales Councillor, Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and RIBA Wales Awards Panellist.
With a passion for regenerating our communities and expertise in historic buildings, David has been responsible for many regionally significant and award-winning projects; re-imagining otherwise redundant buildings for vibrant and sustainable futures.
Close teamwork in the field of design and build has delivered large urban developments, highly crafted small-scale projects and much between. His commitment to excellent design grounded in commercial reality brings added value to clients, whilst his close involvement at inception stage has delivered many competition wins.
Keith O’Hanlon
Keith is a Chartered Architectural Technologist with over forty years’ experience in North Wales and beyond. For the last fourteen years Keith has been a Director of a Wrexham based Chartered Practice.
As Lead Consultant Keith has been responsible for technical and design delivery for a wide range of projects and building types at all stages from inception through to completion, in traditional and design and build contract environments. Key sectors include commercial, industrial, residential, education and blue light.
Keith’s ability to establish excellent working relationships with clients, consultants and construction teams has been an important part of the successful delivery of these projects. Seeking to work in a wholly collaborative environment with all of those involved, he has been able to engage with the design and construction process, delivering projects on time and on budget.
With long standing responsibility for team and resource management Keith has always been keen to support staff in their training and development, including tailoring experience to suit completion of studies and formal qualifications.
Jennifer Wagstaff Associate
Jennifer is a Chartered Architect, qualifying from the Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University and with five years’ professional experience gained across Wales and the North West. Having previously worked with David and Keith, Jennifer joined Hughes:O’Hanlon Architects in 2023 as an Associate in our Wrexham studio.
Jennifer is committed to the design and delivery of placemaking for people, enhancing community and improving quality of life. She approaches every project with enthusiasm and keen attention to detail, and especially enjoys working with the challenges of existing buildings.
As a design-led Architect, Jennifer’s experience ranges from ecclesiastic and residential refurbishments to multi-million pound education, commercial and industrial schemes, from conception through to completion.
Born and raised in North Wales, she is a fluent Welsh speaker.
Tom Boardman Architect
Tom is a Chartered Architect, having qualified through the RIBA North West Professional Practice route. Having previously worked with David and Keith, Tom joined Hughes:O’Hanlon Architects in 2023 as an Architect in our Wrexham studio.
A confident and resourceful designer with over a decade of industry experience in Wales and England, Tom is well-placed to ensure successful delivery of numerous projects across a range of sectors, including community projects, large scale residential, commercial, industrial, and blue light.
Tom excels in forming and maintaining strong relationships within the project team, working diligently and creatively to ensure that client aspirations and requirements are met at all stages of design and construction, in a comprehensive and practical manner.
Outside of work, Tom is a keen rugby player and fitness enthusiast.
Lucy Fuchsbichler Architectural Designer
Lucy registered as an architect in Western Australia completing her Master of Architecture at Curtin University, Perth in 2009. She has been practising in the UK since 2018. Having previously worked with David and Keith, Lucy joined Hughes:O'Hanlon Architects’ Wrexham studio in 2024.
Lucy's experience is varied and includes multi-residential, aged care, education, community, industrial and office fit-out projects gained over more than a decade of experience in the UK, Australia and Europe.
Lucy's approach to architecture is pragmatic with a preference for simple rational design which focuses on the experience and needs of the users. In the UK she has worked largely on projects at RIBA stages 3, 4 and 5 gaining sound knowledge and experience of UK planning and building legislation. She enjoys working closely with clients and design teams, working collaboratively to meet often complex requirements.
Beyond work, Lucy enjoys rock climbing and swing dancing.
Dyfed Hughes Part II Architectural Assistant
Dyfed recently graduated from the Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff with a Master of Architecture, having previously completed his RIBA Part I studies at the University of Liverpool. Dyfed joined Hughes:O’Hanlon Architects at our Wrexham studio in 2024 and is working towards completing his RIBA Part III qualification and achieving full Chartered status.
Dyfed places people at the heart of architecture, developing a range of skills which allow him to engage closely with clients and end users to achieve creative design solutions to interesting briefs.
With professional experience of working within North Wales and Cheshire, Dyfed believes in a place-first approach to architecture, rooting proposals within their context to provide designs suited to the climate and cultural environment, thereby ensuring they are imbedded within the communities in which they sit.
A fluent Welsh speaker, Dyfed enjoys running and playing squash.
Elgan Hughes Architectural Technologist
Originally from Pwllheli, Elgan moved to Liverpool to study for a BSc in Architectural Technology. He recently graduated with First Class Honours from John Moores University and was awarded the Outstanding Graduating Student award by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.
He is passionate about architectural technology, with a particular interest in using Revit 3D modelling software to support and enhance design projects. Elgan is eager to continue building and honing his skills, striving to develop his contribution to the team and studio. He also aspires to become a full member of CIAT in due course.
Elgan is a fluent Welsh speaker, and outside work enjoys swimming and outdoor activities.
Simon Craig Senior Architectural Technician
Having worked in both the private and public sector spanning nearly forty years, Simon joined Hughes:O’Hanlon’s Wrexham studio in 2024 bringing his high level of technical and construction skills to the practice.
Simon has worked as a senior architectural technician across a variety of sectors including large housing developments, education and commercial, with additional experience of listed buildings and private homes throughout North Wales and the North West.
Beyond work, Simon’s passions are music, cooking and exercising in the gym.
Jade Reed-Williams Architect
Jade is a Chartered Architect and joined Hughes:O’Hanlon in 2025 having gained seven years’ experience in practices across North Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire. During her career she has worked on a wide range of projects and has extensive experience within the social housing and high end private residential sectors.
Jade has a keen eye for detail and is passionate about creating designs that bring the client’s vision to life from the initial brief through to completion. She believes that thoughtful material choices are key to successful architecture, enhancing a building’s appearance, sustainability, and durability whilst improving the quality of the spaces for its users.
Jade studied at the University of Huddersfield before completing her Part 3 Professional Practice examinations with the RIBA.
Outside the office Jade enjoys travel, art and photography and can often be found in the mountains hiking or skiing.