Chithra Marsh is an architect and Associate Director at Manchester-based practice Buttress. With more than 20 years’ post-qualification experience, Chithra has been involved in a diverse range of projects in both the private and public sectors including retail, residential, commercial, conservation and masterplanning.
Over the course of her career, Chithra has advocated for inclusivity and diversity in the industry in a bid to bring about positive change. At Buttress, she is responsible for coordinating and strengthening Buttress’ social value initiatives, as well as championing cultural diversity within the practice. She is also the former Chair of Women in Property’s North West branch, a member of the RIBA North West practice and education committee, and a strategic ambassador for social enterprise PLACED.
Buttress is a leading design studio providing architecture, urban design, interiors and conservation design services.
We’re thinkers as much as makers. Believe that architecture is as much about people as buildings, and that buildings should be shaped by their surroundings, their role and the people who’ll use them.
A community of specialists, people are at the heart of our business. We work with a wide variety of clients from commercial businesses, to cultural organisations, to individuals; and add value by bringing expertise and understanding. Making seemingly complex issues understandable and enjoyable.
