fletcher bassi

We are a London-based architectural studio specialising in bespoke houses and crafted buildings, working on projects in the UK and internationally, including Ireland, Italy, Argentina and Uruguay.

Founded by Toby Fletcher and Carmine Bassi, the practice grew from years of collaboration at Fletcher Crane Architects, where we discovered that our most compelling work emerged when we designed together.

Our work is informed by a shared appreciation for material craft, atmosphere and landscape. Alongside our London base, the practice draws influence from Carmine’s Italian architectural heritage and from Toby’s experience of living in South America — perspectives that bring a broader cultural understanding to each project.

We focus on a limited number of commissions, allowing each project to receive the attention and precision it deserves. This approach enables us to work closely with clients and collaborators, carefully developing ideas and refining them through an engaged and thoughtful design process.

Our role is to guide clients through every stage of the journey with clarity and care, distilling complex ambitions into coherent and enduring architecture. Through close dialogue and collaboration, we shape buildings that feel intuitive, crafted and deeply connected to their setting.

We are committed to creating exceptional homes and spaces that are thoughtfully designed, elegantly detailed and built to endure.

Toby Fletcher and Carmine Bassi

Architecture leaves a lasting mark — not only on places, but on the people who create it. These homes are not just commissions; they become part of your life, your story, your narrative.

The projects presented here were undertaken by Toby Fletcher, while at Fletcher Crane Architects, where Toby was a founder and director for 14 years.

The intention of sharing this work is not to claim sole authorship, but to acknowledge the reality: that architecture is a collaborative process — and one we always approached with care, professionalism, and integrity. These projects were delivered through deep, trusted relationships with clients, consultants, and colleagues at Fletcher Crane Architects

Photos by

Lorenzo Zandri

CV

the armadillo

Abstract line drawing of a rhinoceros made with white lines on a black background.
Black and white image of a large curved wooden structure surrounded by leafless trees.
Curved wooden shingle roof with autumn leaves on a tree branch
Minimalist kitchen interior with light wood cabinets, a dark countertop, a stainless steel faucet, vertical wooden slats, and modern track lighting on the ceiling.
Modern interior with staircase and wooden accents

Sketches of Butterfly House, Richmond

Concept Design by Toby Fletcher

Minimalist kitchen interior with light wood cabinets, black faucet, and open shelving on a brick backsplash. Wooden table and chair in foreground.
Modern kitchen interior with light wood cabinets, gray brick walls, a large window with black metal bars, and a countertop with cups.

Concept Design Sketch by Toby Fletcher

Hampton Road, Teddington

Modern kitchen interior with dark cabinets, wooden slatted ceiling, and island with sink. A silhouette of a person is visible near a large window with curtains.

nero

Modern living room with a high ceiling, large windows with gray curtains, dark brick wall, built-in fireplace, minimalist coffee table, and a black leather chair.
Modern hallway with dark wood paneling and a person standing at the end, looking out a large window.
Modern interior with two stylish chairs, a geometric side table, a standing floor lamp with a woven shade, and a patterned rug in front of a dark wooden wall.

During this time, while Toby Fletcher was a director, Fletcher Crane Architects received industry recognition, including RIBA Awards, BD Architect of the Year, and Short-listings for House of the Year on Grand Designs (Channel 4)

Modern house with brick facade and large window at dusk, featuring a gated entrance and neighboring buildings.