Seth Rutt

Seth Rutt Founding Director, Studio Multi Seth accumulated over 25 years of experience before setting up Studio Multi in 2021. He has dedicated much of his career to housing design, with specialist expertise in build-to-rent housing, coliving, large-scale apartment developments and estate regeneration. He has worked for both public and private sector clients, understanding the needs and motivations of each. Committed to low energy residential design, Seth is a Certified Passivhaus Designer and has featured in broadcast media relating to his work on Camden Council's Agar Grove Passivhaus regeneration project. Seth is a former Partner and Head of Residential and Mixed Use at Hawkins\Brown. During his tenure there, he featured in the Architect's Journal's 40 under 40 Class of 2005.

Why do you think the British Homes Awards are important? How to they stand out against other awards in the industry?

We're in the midst of a housing crisis, with central government setting a target for increased home delivery. However, design quality shouldn't be compromised. An awards platform dedicated to the residential sector, such as The British Homes Awards, will help showcase good design in this context.