James Keay

James graduated from The University of Nottingham in 2024 and joined HSSP Architects for his placement year. This went well for both parties, so with our full support he started an architectural apprenticeship with Sheffield Hallam University at the start of the 2025/26 academic year.

A year 7 careers evening ignited his interest in pursuing architecture as a profession. Having an artistic background with graphic design and printing running through his family, he always enjoyed creating and making stuff, especially playing video games. He has been single minded to pursue his goal, with all his school subject selections tailored to becoming an architect.

Away from the studio, you will find James enjoying skittles and darts at the local pub, and heading to the gym to keep fit.