The Team

Louisa Meek
Director
With over 15 years experience working within the practice, Louisa is a project architect for a range of projects ranging from private one-off dwellings to large scale residential developments and commercial schemes. Louisa become a Director of CSA Architects in 2015 and her knowledge, skills and design led approach continues to drive the practices focus to delivery bespoke, high-performance, exceptional architecture throughout Cornwall.
Having studied Art and Design at Foundation level at Falmouth University Louisa went on to specialise in 3D design before continuing on to attain a BA Hons in Interior Architecture at Brighton University. Following a successful career in London, Louisa returned to Cornwall with her family and joined the practice in 2008.
For private residential projects it is her specialism in Interior Architecture; ‘the practice of rethinking existing spaces from the inside out’, which has remained a particular drive and focus in her work which is apparent in the high quality of her completed projects to date.

Susan Kinver
Director
Susan is a RIBA Chartered Architect with over 11 years experience working in the practice and nearly 20 years work experience as an architect in England; having originally gained her architectural degree of ‘Diplom Ingenieur’ in Germany. Susan’s experience and her pragmatic, focused approach allows her to successfully manage complex schemes and lead multi-disciplined consultant teams. With a strong, collaborative approach she has led privately funded and grant funded schemes, working to a range of requirements and with complex client and consultant teams.
Her cohesive, inclusive and sustainable design solutions are borne out of her understanding of clients’ briefs, community needs and environmental issues. A passion for making a difference in smaller scale residential schemes for private clients remains.
Susan has been on the forefront of delivering BREEAM excellent commercial schemes and high-level Code for Sustainable Homes projects in Cornwall. She was previously accredited as BREEAM and Code Assessor.

Daniel Meek
Director
Daniel is focused on delivering high quality, design led architecture and specialises in creating bespoke site specific solutions throughout Cornwall. Working to exceed his client’s aspirations, Daniel has completed projects ranging from small domestic extensions to large residential schemes.
With a flair for design Daniel started his training with a BTEC national diploma in 3D Design before attaining a first class BA Hons in Architecture. Continuing on to attain a Diploma in Architecture and a Post Graduate Certificate Daniel is an experienced RIBA Chartered Architect. Having worked in London Daniel moved to Cornwall in 2006, joined the practice in 2010 and became a Director in March 2014.
As a director of the company Daniel continues to build the practice’s solid reputation as a leading ‘design led’ architectural practice with continued success in delivering quality bespoke architecture.

Simon Bird
Associate Director / Certified Passive House Designer
Simon has over 10 years’ experience with the practice. As a graduate of Architectural Technology and the Environment at Plymouth University from 2011 Simon has a focus on sustainable architecture and delivering high – performance buildings and applies his practical knowledge and deep understanding of architecture and construction across the practice. Simon is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, Senior Architectural Technician and was made an Associate Director in 2021.
Primarily working from RIBA Stage 4 onward, Simon has delivered a broad and complex range of projects on site including industrial units and commercial showrooms with a focus on bespoke high-performance dwellings. With a keen technical eye and thorough understanding of construction, Simon also helps to shape and rationalise early design stages and continues to promote the benefits of 3D and BIM modelling across the practice and through all stages of the design and construction process.
Simon qualified as a Passiv Haus Designer in 2023 allowing the practice to continue the strong drive to design and deliver high-quality, truly low energy buildings.

Jake Stephens
Senior Designer
Jake coordinates projects through the concept and planning stages, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality design. He uses advanced 3D modelling and visualisation techniques to clearly communicate complex ideas. An Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT), Jake has been a key member of the practice for over 10 years. Specialising in RIBA Stages 0–3, he has played an integral role in delivering numerous bespoke residential developments and one-off homes across Cornwall.
Jake has a thorough understanding of the UK planning system, shaping early design proposals to achieve successful, site-specific planning outcomes. Alongside his design expertise, he also has experience working from RIBA Stage 4 onwards, applying his technical knowledge to ensure schemes are deliverable. Proficient in Twinmotion, Jake produces compelling rendered visuals that fully engage clients and clearly convey design intent.

Adam Stephens
Architectural Technician
Adam started his career in construction in 2006 as a site carpenter, developing a hands-on appreciation for how buildings are made. This early experience shaped his keen eye for detail and his interest in how materials merge together to create meaningful spaces. He went on to complete a BA (Hons) in Architecture at the University of Lincoln in 2014, and later a Diploma in Architecture through the RIBA Studio at Oxford Brookes University.
Adam is passionate about delivering high-quality design that positively impacts well being. While design-focused, he has strong technical expertise, linking his carpentry experience with the technical design process to deliver buildings on site.

Perry Tosdevin
Architectural Assistant
Perry joined the practice in 2019 shortly after graduating from Falmouth University with a Part 1, BA Hons in Architecture. He works primarily with the project architects through the initial design stages as well as assisting with feasibility studies utilising 3D modelling software to explore a variety of design ideas.
Perry has a passion sustainable architecture and is inspired by Cornwall’s rural and coastal landscapes, developed through his university projects and work placement in the Mumbles, Wales that has a similar geographical nature. He is an enthusiastic addition to the team and is looking forward to further refining his knowledge and skills within the industry.

Jessica Shoolbraid
Office Manager
Jessica is the first point of contact for our clients and is closely involved in every part of the day to day running of CSA Architects. She graduated in 2011 with a first-class Ba Hons in Illustration and has since been working as a freelance Illustrator & mural artist. As well as her creative business she has spent 9 years building her career in several management & customer service focused roles, completing her CMI in first line management in 2015.
As the office manager at CSA Architects, Jessica is an integral part of the team and utilises her extensive experience to co-ordinate various office and client related matters, helping the office to run smoothly and stay organised.

Cathal Ratcliffe
Architectural Technician
Cathal focuses on the post-planning stages of projects, developing detailed design and technical information through to construction. After graduating with a BA (Hons) in Product Design from the University of Leeds, he gained wide-ranging technical experience across interior design, bespoke furniture, and yacht design. His practical understanding of construction, enhanced through restoring his own Edwardian home, informs his meticulous approach to detail.
Originally from Cornwall, Cathal has a strong interest in heritage and conservation, creating contemporary solutions that respect the history and character of each site.