George Saumarez Smith is one of the leading classical architects of his generation. A Director of ADAM Architecture, one of the most prominent firms practicing traditional architecture and contextual urbanism in Europe, his work has included new buildings, extensions and repairs to historic properties, as well as consultancies for urban master-planning. A recipient of numerous awards, in 2011 he was the first classical architect to be shortlisted for the Young Architect of the Year award. He has authored A Treatise on Modern Architecture and teaches, lectures and writes regularly on a wide range of subjects relating to traditional architecture.