6a architects
A London-based British architecture practice working primarily on arts, cultural and related public projects.
Last updated August 26, 2026
Overview
6a architects is a British architecture practice based in London, with a focus on arts, cultural and related public spaces. The practice was founded in 2001 by Tom Emerson and Stephanie Macdonald. Its work includes galleries, museums, artists’ studios and other public or commercial environments. The practice is generally associated with adaptive reuse, contextual design, material expression and the relationship between exhibition and public use. Reliable public information available for this entry is limited, so no further claims are made about its full project history, current scale or finances.
History
6a architects was established in London in 2001 by Tom Emerson and Stephanie Macdonald. Since its formation, the practice has worked primarily in architecture and spatial design, with particular attention to arts institutions, cultural venues, exhibition spaces, artists’ studios and the adaptation of existing buildings. Its approach is concerned with placing new work within specific urban, architectural and social contexts, while addressing the relationship between renewal, public use, exhibition requirements and material expression. As a complete, verified public record is not available here, this entry does not add claims about later organisational changes, a full project chronology or business scale.
- 2001Firm founded
Tom Emerson and Stephanie Macdonald co-founded 6a architects in London.
Products and positioning
An architecture practice focused on art, culture, and public spaces, emphasizing site context, adaptive reuse, and material and spatial experience.
Product categories. Architectural design services · Cultural building design · Adaptive reuse and renovation · Artist studios and exhibition space design
Leadership
| Name | Title | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Macdonald | Co-founder | 2001– |
| Tom Emerson | Co-founder | 2001– |
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