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In a noisy

worLd,
how
can you

make yourself heard?

As an experienced strategist, I support architects and creative organisations to communicate with their target audiences authentically, confidently and with impact.

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“I cannot imagine a better balance of pragmatic, hands-on advice & thoughtfulness. Julia's input has been an absolute game changer.”

Jan Kattein, Jan Kattein Architects

Overview
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OVERVIEW

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A good communications strategy strengthens relationships with clients and collaborators, engages new audiences, attracts talent and creates recognition for your specific skills.

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From establishing a coherent framework to support new business, finding an authentic tone of voice, creating a content plan for social media or upskilling an in-house team, my approach is tailored to each client's specific situation. 

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By taking time to understand the essence of your organisation, and what you want to achieve, the result is a bespoke strategy which acts as a natural extension of your studio ethos.

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Working creatively and collaboratively, I help identify tools to increase visibility in a way that speaks directly to your audiences.

 

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“Julia is not only extremely rigorous and professional, but always a pleasure to work with.”

Michael Squire, Squire & Partners

About Me

ABOUT ME

distILlIng what's
important to
your practIce

My aim is to demystify communications and establish it as a key business tool, developing strategies which support you to communicate with clear purpose. 

 

Working with emerging studios through to established practices, every challenge is different.

 

I have over 20 years experience collaborating with architects and creative businesses, and have been an invited contributor to events by RIBA, London Festival of Architecture and the Museum of Architecture. 

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In 2022 I was incredibly chuffed to be shortlisted in the Archiboo Awards Best Consultant category.

 

You can find podcasts and events here where I share my thoughts on why strategy is important in communications.

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As a champion for inclusion in the built environment - particularly engaging younger generations - I also support organisations including HomeGrown Plus, Built By Us and the Thornton Education Trust

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Services
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EstablIshing a FoundatIon

Understanding the business vision

Identifying target audiences

Core values & causes

Industry position & peer review

Client perception audits

Building in-house teams

BuiLding
ReCoGnitIon

Brand & voice

Messaging & content creation

Client relationships

Industry engagement

Media & thought leadership

Digital strategy

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CulturE &
Community

Studio culture

Practice figureheads & succession

Attracting talent

Creative collaborations

Embedding social purpose

Community engagement

Work

CLIENTS

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Jan Kattein Architects

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Bell Phillips 

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Carver Haggard

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Fathom Architects

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UP Projects

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7N Architects

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Squire & Partners

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Gbolade Design Studio

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House of Kin

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WR-AP Architects

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Finkernagel Ross

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Ian Chalk Architects

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Shiro Muchiri / SoShiro

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Chybik + Kristof

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Contact

Julia Nicholls Communications

julia@julianicholls.com

07939 569449

Thank you

Find more information, podcasts and advice on how communications can support your business here and on my social media channels

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© 2022 by Julia Nicholls

Portrait photography by Francis Augusto

Website by Studio Moxi

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