Peter Thomas believes optimising the use of the inherited situation, to minimise the impact of the design with optimal structures to reduce the amount of material required. Peter graduated with honours from the Architectural Association in London. He has taught at the AA, the RCA and Goldsmiths exploring and developing ideas of ‘material technology transfer’ between different design disciplines. Peter is currently lead external Examiner at the University of Brighton.Peter's key skills are as an architect, a technical innovator, an expert witness and educator.Architect: Hi-tech, low impact, no-waste solutions for public and domestic spaces. Artisanal with modern methods of production. Detailed execution. Global experience.Technical innovator: Materials and design for new efficiencies. Adaptive re-use strategies. Synching architecture and object design. Promotes craftsmanship and cross-cutting technical expertise. Expert witness: Identifying and analysing complex information to present a clear and succinct picture to clients and legal teams. Expertise in issues of design, technical performance, defects in construction and workmanship, construction quality, design obligations and contract interpretation.Educator: RIBA silver medal tutor. Committed to innovation and excellence in architecture and design education. Explores and develops material technology transfer between design disciplines. Head External Examiner. Contact1a Cobham Mews, London NW1 9SB+44 (0)7976 412762peter@51architecture.com