Following architectural education at the University of Sheffield and 10 years private and local authority experience in Northamptonshire, Philip established his practice in Kettering in 1981, from when it has provided architectural services on a wide variety of projects for Clients ranging from private individuals to public authorities and national and international companies. In addition to academic and professional qualifications, Philip is registered to practise as an Architect by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and is a corporate member of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).