Anonymous Architects was set up by Simon Storey in 2005 with the aim of bringing together theory and architecture and the belief that both are constantly evolving and inseparable. We view theory in many different ways. Sometimes it is a simple observation made physical, or a set of rules.

We sometimes view theory with suspicion. It is apparent that no theory can ever convey as much as something that comes from a chance discovery or subtle occurrence. Sometimes theory is best made up as you go along.
However theory influences the design process, it mainly helps to refine the concept of building as a relational space where natural and human activities connect. This is because architecture is in constant competition with nature and the process of building design creates a permanent bond between the two.

Theory and building is a variable and open ended activity and its final action must generate a permanent encounter between user and program. Building is conceived as a method endowed with independence and we wish each project to manifest this.

Nature works in a similar way – it’s is endlessly adaptable and evolving, able to thrive in nearly any situation and abstain from obsolescence. Buildings should evolve in a similar manner. They should each be a unique response to site, program, local climate, budget and client. For this reason no 'signature' building can ever realize its full potential.

We aim to avoid rote design based on these ideas and instead find unity in the process

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