WindsorPatania Architects, founded in 2017 by Ryan Windsor and Giovanni Patania, is an architectural practice now based in Milan, as well as London and Cambridge. The firm was initially shaped by Patania’s background in Italy—he graduated from Ferrara University of Architecture—and his professional experience with Foster+Partners in London, where he led the design for Apple’s Champs-Élysées store in Paris. Windsor’s strengths in business development and project management complemented Patania’s design expertise, resulting in a practice that blends British and Italian architectural perspectives.
Operating from Milan, WindsorPatania works on both residential and commercial architecture, providing services that range from feasibility studies, planning, and design, to project management and building regulations compliance. Their Milan team is noted for its fluency in both English and Italian, and its ability to navigate local building codes and cultural expectations.
The practice’s portfolio includes high-end retrofits and new builds, focusing on projects that incorporate sustainability and contextually responsive design. Notable recent undertakings include luxury residential projects and adaptive re-use of properties, as well as innovative environments like the XR Lab designed for an educational client. WindsorPatania has received attention for integrating contemporary needs with Milan’s architectural heritage, emphasizing tailored, legally compliant solutions that respect the city’s historical context.
The firm has grown to a team of about ten architects and industry specialists, remaining client-focused and iterative in its approach. Awards and recognition have included shortlisting for London and regional construction prizes, signaling sector acknowledgment for design quality and innovation.