Established in June 2019, Secchi Smith is an Architecture Visualisation studio based in London and Florence.
Secchi Smith are passionate collaborators who work with world-renowned architects, designers and clients across the globe, bringing their visions to life through beautiful imagery and animation.
Our Artists help architects, designers and clients portray their unbuilt ideas. The most crucial element in creating beautiful imagery is to understand the power of simplicity. Our investigation of light, composition, colour, materiality, atmosphere and narrative are all fundamental aspects of our process. The balance of these components organically leads to well considered “moments” where the Architecture is cemented as part of a story.
Behind the Canvas: Our Studio Culture
At Secchi Smith, our painterly aesthetic is more than just a digital technique; it is a way of seeing the world. Bridging our studios in London and Florence, we believe that the most evocative digital artistry is fueled by real-world observation.
Whether navigating the canals of Venice, exploring the historic streets of Barcelona, or taking in the atmosphere of Amsterdam, Puglia, and Tuscany, our annual team retreat is a vital part of our creative process. Stepping away from our screens gives us the space to relax, bond as a team, and collectively study the raw interplay of natural light and the authentic textures of different environments. It is in these moments that we reconnect and refine our shared belief in the power of simplicity.
Cinematography from our Tuscany retreat,
beautifully captured by our own Francesca Petryszak
CONTACT US
Project Enquiries: studio@secchismith.com
Join the team: jobs@secchismith.com
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8065 5616
FOLLOW US:
Instagram @secchi_smith
LONDON OFFICE
Secchi Smith
Unit 203, Building C1
Design District, Soames Walk
London
SE10 0BQ
FIRENZE OFFICE
Secchi Smith
The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
Viale Belfiore, 55,
50144 Florence
Registered Office:
Secchi Smith Limited,
62a Highgate High Street, London, N65HX
United Kingdom
Company Registration No:
11955968.
MEET THE TEAM
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Tommaso, Co-Founder and Art Director at Secchi Smith, qualified as an Architect in Florence, Italy in 2012. In 2013 he ventured into the world of Visualisation and began Architectural Visualisation career in Amsterdam before moving to London in 2015. Tommaso and Joshua set up Secchi Smith in 2019 following 4 years of working together.
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Joshua, Co-Founder and Studio Director at Secchi Smith, studied Architecture at Newcastle University, UK. In 2013 he moved to London, working in Architecture for 2 years where he discovered Architectural Visualisation. In 2015 he pursued a career in the industry and now has over 9 years experience. In 2019 he opened Secchi Smith in London with Tommaso.
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A passionate Roman designer, Alessandro took his first steps as a professional in the Italian capital, bouncing between Product Design and Interior Design projects. A two year stint in Florence led him to find his talent for Visualisation whilst working at Archea Associati. He joined Secchi Smith in Florence in 2022 before getting a one-way ticket to London, where he now feeds his creative spirit through exhibitions and exploring the outdoors by bike.
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Born in Turin, raised in Rome, Giovanni is an Architect with experience in South Africa, Argentina and Brazil. After completing the MADI program in Venice in 2020, he moved to London to pursue a career in visualisation at Secchi Smith. In 2021 he moved to Florence to help set up our 2nd office where he is now a Senior overseeing the day to day running of the office. Whenever possible, Gio loves to escape to the great outdoors, whether it’s riding his horse or hiking through mountains.
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Valentino studied Architecture at the University of Florence. His passion for drawing and painting led him to move to Rotterdam, Netherlands, in 2018. Whilst in Rotterdam, he worked as an in-house Visualiser before returning to Italy and working permanently in the field of Architectural Visualisation. Lover of electronic music and classic fiction books, he qualified as an Architect in 2019 and after several years of experience he joined Secchi Smith Florence office in 2022
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Oliver, Head Digital Artist at Secchi Smith, studied Architecture at the University of Bath, UK. After graduating he started his career in visualisation and has been working in London for the past 7 years. He is a keen musician who has released two albums with his band, the artwork for which comes from his work combining digital visualisation with analog techniques such as woodblock printing and alternative process photography.
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Francesca, Lead Digital Artist at Secchi Smith, studied Architecture at the University of Bath, UK. Working in both the UK and Germany, she has over 4 years experience in the Architectural Visualisation industry. Outside of work, Francesca has a keen interest in photography, exploring space and light through a range of subjects. Notably, her Photography work has been featured in Suitcase Magazine, showcasing travel photography in Warsaw, Poland.
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Francesco studied Architecture at the University of Florence. During his years of study, he uncovered the world of Architectural Visualization. Since 2019, after qualifying as an Architect, he has been working on architectural renovation and interior design projects, as well as participating in Architecture and Design competitions. He joined the Secchi Smith team in our Florence office in 2022 . Lover of gardening and art, he’s also a music addict with great dance moves!
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Soft hair and an irresistible look. Every day in our Florence office, Sole greets the team in a special way and is always ready to make them smile.
When she is not at work (but also when she is at work) she loves cuddles, biscuits and playing with her ball.
