
Giovanni Patania
Architect Director
- Foster+Partners Lead Architect
- Flagship Apple Stores Designer
- Development Lifecycle Expertise
Giovanni is a highly accomplished architect hailing from Siena, Italy. With an impressive career spanning multiple countries, he has gained extensive experience as a Lead Architect at Foster + Partners, where he worked on a number of iconic Apple stores, including the prestigious Champs-Élysées flagship Apple store in Paris. As the co-founder and principal architect of WindsorPatania Architects, Giovanni has leveraged his extensive experience to spearhead a range of innovative projects. One such example is the XR Lab for the Eastern Colleges Group, which stands as a testament to WindsorPatania’s creative vision and skillful craftsmanship.
“Architecture must make a positive impact”
Projects
Byron Square
Extended Reality Lab ( XR Lab )
Eden House: from concept to completion
The Shielings
Norfolk House: from concept to completion
Hartington Terrace
Nottingham Road: from concept to completion
Parish Mews: repurposing a former council building
Blog Posts
West Suffolk College leads the trend for extended reality in education
Airspace development: the sky’s the limit
15 sustainable architecture ideas for your home
London basement conversion: Your five-minute guide
Your guide to Class MA – commercial to residential conversions
Architects for education: designing learning environments that inspire
Know if your project in advance is viable with a development appraisal
Paragraph 80 and “Grand Designs” homes
What is biophilic design and what are its benefits?
5 ways to bring outdoor indoor living to your home
4 sustainable interior design ideas for your new home or extension
Towards sustainable net zero wet labs from an architectural perspective