James Hamilton founded his eponymous architecture studio in 2008 after having worked at a number of renowned architecture firms such as Foster + Partners, Grimshaw Architects and Allies and Morrison.

Since then, his practice has grown to a close-knit team of 11 design specialists that work from its studios in Turks and Caicos, London and Belfast. The firm specialises in high-end residential projects, as well as hospitality projects and furniture design.