We are Settle, an architecture and design studio pushing to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Our vision
We see a world where everyone has the ability to access quality space.
Architecture and design are far too often inaccessible to people from mid and lower socio-economic backgrounds. We can provide high-quality design by making it more affordable through social initiatives, adopting novel technologies, and designing architecture at scale.
Our story
A small studio with a lot of experience
We are a small studio from London, born from our dream of making a meaningful difference in people's lives through design. Our founders first met in 2018 at the Architectural Association, worked together in various prestigious architecture firms in London, and now have founded Settle.
Our work
We design a wide range of spaces — from micro cabins to homes and hotels.
There are no limits to what we can build.
Residential
Homes designed around the rituals of everyday life, enhancing individuality, comfort, and belonging.
Multi-family residential
Systems of housing that fosters community, individual well-being, and a sense of home.
Hospitality
Places that transform a stay into an experience, connecting people to each other and their environment.
Cabins
Deployable architecture that provides a space to deepen our connection with nature.
Other
Additionally, we explore products, systems, prototypes, and technologies. Please reach out with any questions.
Our founders
A strong collaborative partnership
Andrew Friedenberg
Andrew has practiced for over 10 years in the USA, Germany, and the UK.
He is a designer and entrepreneur with a strong focus on the intersection of computation and architecture.
Andrew's diverse experience spans various industries, including conducting research in additive manufacturing at Logitech, designing lightweight architectures with Marc Fornes / THEVERYMANY, and most recently, working as a computational designer at Heatherwick Studio in London.
Throughout his career, Andrew has actively sought out diverse and challenging environments, driven by a commitment to making a meaningful impact on the world. His journey, which began in Portland, Oregon, has led him to a position where he can effect real change.
Andrew holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from the University of Oregon and a Master's degree from the Architectural Association's Design Research Lab (AADRL). Additionally he has taught at the Parametric Architecture Academy and in his free-time creates educational videos about architecture and computation on YouTube.
Edward Meyers
Ed has practiced for over 10 years in both Australia and the UK.
His focus on design strategy and delivery brings a unique commercial perspective to our projects.
Ed has worked on major architectural projects in the USA, UK, Australia, the Caribbean, China, and the UAE. He currently works as a designer at Heatherwick Studio in London.
Previously, he contributed on a diverse range of projects with the Computational and Design Research Group (ZHCODE) at Zaha Hadid Architects. Before moving to London, Ed worked with various architecture and urban design practices, designing and delivering a range of residential, hospitality, and urban design projects. He is a member of the Australian Institute of Architects and is a registered architect in Victoria, Australia.
Ed graduated with distinction, earning both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Architecture from the University of South Australia before relocating to London. In 2018, he began a research degree as part of the Design Research Lab at the Architectural Association, focusing on digital fabrication. After graduating, he continued to teach software at the Architectural Association for several years.