CDC Studio

CDC Studio is a RIBA Chartered Practice of architects based in Cambridge, UK. It is comprised by a skilled team committed to excellence in architectural design and the wider quality of the built environment. Our team is passion about architecture and design, and dedicated to exploring ideas and concepts and building thoughtful and inspirational buildings. The studio is led by Robin Dryer and Delphine Dryer who work as a team, and develop projects collaboratively, openly sharing ideas and solutions. The directors are closely involved in all projects at all stages, and form the principle point of contact for our clients. Whatever the scale of project, we always seek to ensure that our work is uniquely refined and of the highest quality. The size and structure of CDC Studio ensures that the practice directors are integral to project development at all design stages. We believe that it is our combination of experience and creativity that forms our core value. We understand that budget and time are often the key constraints for a project, providing a framework for the exploration and testing of ideas. Working in close partnership with our clients and wider stakeholders, we look to clarify the core needs and aspirations of any project at its outset. For us, the design process is a constant dialogue with the client, and the success of any project greatly depends on this open relationship. Our skills lie in our ability to turn constraints into opportunities, test pre-conceptions, and assimilate our clients’ briefs into a coherent and exciting design concept. We produce diagrams, models, drawings and animations to analyse and represent our findings. This informs our potential initial strategy including massing and spatial organisation. We like to guide the client through the design process and ensure that they have the opportunity for input at each stage.