About
I’m a strategic communications consultant specialising in the built environment, urban planning and sustainability. I work with architects, urban designers, developers, local authorities, housing providers and campaigning organisations to shape how they communicate.
What I do
My work spans strategy and delivery, from creating messaging and stakeholder strategies to producing websites, publications, exhibitions and social media campaigns. My clients range from small design practices to national institutions, local councils to developers, all working to create better places.
Whether you’re launching a campaign, navigating a contentious planning application, engaging communities, or articulating a new vision in placemaking, I offer the strategic insight and creative execution to make it work – from long-term partnerships to fixed-scope offers.
Background
From 2021 to 2025, I led communications for Human Nature, the campaigning development company behind the Phoenix in Lewes, a major regeneration project set to transform a former industrial site into a sustainable, mixed-use neighbourhood.
I led all communications, and assisted with stakeholder engagement and community consultation throughout the planning process. I helped deliver the Design & Access Statement, oversaw public exhibitions, marketing for community events, digital and print media, and helped develop a press strategy. The Phoenix received national coverage including in The Guardian, The Times, BBC and Monocle, and is now recognised as a national exemplar for sustainable development and regeneration.
Before specialising in the built environment, I co-founded Waterfront, a publishing house and creative agency, where I led editorial strategy, content production and design, working with household names in the travel industry.
I’ve written and edited for national media including The Independent, i, NME, Time Out, The Times and Sunday Times. I’m an experienced copywriter, editor and published photographer.
I am a trustee at the Railway Land Wildlife Trust in Lewes.
“Anthony was a great asset at Human Nature and a good companion through the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune. I commend him highly to all out there who want to break complex place stories into appealing bites and amplify them across different platforms. He might make your stuff accessible and beautiful too!”
Jonathan Smales, CEO & Founder, Human Nature
Recent work
Tibbalds
Conducted a communications audit then delivered messaging and tone of voice frameworks, leading into website copywriting and refresh.
Design South East
Developed and delivered a communications strategy, relaunched the newsletter, grew social media presence and provided strategic support. Embedded communications practices within the team and supported trustee recruitment campaigns.
Human Nature | Phoenix, Lewes
Led all communications for a major regeneration project. Delivered public exhibitions, website, social media, photography, video and print media. Helped secure national coverage in The Times, BBC and more.
LSE Cities | London School of Economics
Created early-stage messaging and presentation materials for a major international training programme on urban policy and governance.
Periscope | Ilford Arrival
Supported messaging, press and social media for a GLA-backed regeneration project placing young women at the heart of decision-making and placemaking.
Lewes Town Council | South Downs Local Plan
Delivered community engagement to gather resident and business input for the council’s consultation response on the South Downs National Park Local Plan.
Feria Urbanism
Created clearer brand narrative and strategic positioning, then rewrote website copy across services, methodology and project pages.
Whaleback Planning
Delivered a full communications and SEO audit followed by a strategic workshop and tailored recommendations for growth.