Who we are

Leadership
A leadership team built on delivery experience, practical judgement, and the discipline to keep complex projects under control.
OUR PURPOSE
OUR MISSION
What we do
Explore our sectors
We start by understanding your goals, space, and how it’s used. Through conversations, site visits, and research, we gather insights that define the project’s direction and foundation for design decisions ahead.
Founded 1897. Shaped by the people who built it.
EE Smith’s history is a story of people who took pride in the work, protected standards, and moved the business forward when it mattered. That spirit still defines how we deliver today.
1897
Edward Elijah Smith
The business began with a craftsman’s mindset: practical skill, careful work, and pride in the result.
1947
BASIL RICHARDSON
A period of resilience and renewal that helped secure the company’s future after the war.
1989
Rodney and Nigel Richardson
A generation that expanded the business into high-end interiors and broader markets.
2016
MANAGEMENT BUYOUT
A new chapter that brought fresh investment, bigger projects, and continued growth.

2026
Our 130th Year
Refreshed Brand Identity and Leadership Team.





















