Giles Paul Shorter is a UK-registered architect and heritage specialist with over 15 years of experience working on listed buildings, conservation areas, and complex planning environments across the UK and Europe. He is the founder of SOANE Architects and has advised on thousands of planning submissions, appeals, and heritage-led development strategies.
Giles’ work sits at the intersection of architecture, planning intelligence, and emerging technology. Over the past several years, he has focused on developing structured, conservative uses of AI to improve planning accuracy, reduce invalidation risk, and support better decision-making while maintaining full professional responsibility.
At UK Planning Gateway:
Giles is the Architect and Business Development Director, leading professional engagement, CPD development, and early-stage advisory input. His role focuses on helping practices and institutions adopt AI safely and transparently, in alignment with UK planning requirements and professional standards.
Why UK Planning Gateway?
“Planning and heritage decisions often depend on small details and clear justification. Used properly, AI can support accuracy and reduce avoidable risk, without removing professional responsibility.”
Qualifications & Affiliations:
- UK-registered architect
- Heritage specialist (listed buildings, conservation areas, complex planning)
- Founder, SOANE Architects
- Focus areas: heritage-led planning strategy, planning submissions and appeals, CPD, and responsible AI adoption in professional practice