Patrons

George Clarke

Civic Trust Awards Patron George Clarke is an architect and presenter of ‘Restoration Man’ and ‘The Home Show’ on Channel 4. Born and raised in Sunderland, from the age of 12 George wanted to be an architect. After studying at the University of Newcastle and University College London, George started his own practice, award winning clarke:desai. He is passionate about the way architecture can transform our everyday lives and his aim is to make architecture popular and accessible to the public. George has help raise awareness of the Civic Trust Awards amongst the general public, encouraging them to participate in the scheme by volunteering as local community advisors. George also presents the Awards Ceremony in March each year.