Speakers

Jenny is an accomplished architect and recognised expert in the later living and specialist care sector, with a deep passion for intergenerational, inclusive design. As a Partner at PRP, she leads the Later Living & Care team, driving the consistent delivery of award-winning architecture that enhances health and wellbeing across communities.

PRP, a B Corp certified company is a long-established architectural firm with over 100 awards to its name. A large interdisciplinary residential practice, PRP has been designing high quality buildings since 1963 that enrich the lives of users and their communities. Whether regenerating inner-city estates, masterplanning new neighbourhoods, designing commercial and industrial buildings or homes for older people, PRP’s ethos is always the same – intelligent, responsive and sustainable solutions, delivered with professionalism and total integrity.

Jenny’s team is celebrated for setting the benchmark in later living design, with projects championed as some of the most exemplary across Europe. She has collaborated with a wide range of clients throughout the UK, delivering high-quality housing for older people across all tenure types. She remains hands-on throughout the design process, playing a pivotal role in shaping projects from inception to completion.

Jenny brings a strong commitment to place shaping, ensuring that each scheme contributes meaningfully to its wider context while fostering environments that are domestic, comfortable, and uplifting for residents. She thrives on sharing her expertise and driving innovation in response to emerging design challenges.

Her background in the healthcare sector has enriched her understanding of designing for older people and those with sensory impairments. Jenny is a regular speaker at industry conferences, roundtables and seminars, and has authored several influential design guides covering specialist provision for older people, mental health, and learning disabilities. She attends and gives evidence to the APPG for Older People’s Housing and Care and this year was a panel member on the inquiry into Intergenerational Housing.