About Us

Ansonby is an exceptional group of two highly-skilled contractors with a very capable core team of directors and specialist managers operational in Central and North London. Together we combine the proven strengths and expertise of one of London’s leading prime residential contractors together with a commercial interiors specialism that is trusted by some of the world’s leading brands for flagship retail and hospitality sites in London.

We now welcome opportunities to tender or negotiate fine residential, retail or hospitality projects across Central and into North London, ideally ranging in value from around £400,000 to £2m.

With our extensive background, Ansonby is uniquely able to leverage the finest craftsmanship used for the best interior finishes at flagship stores such as Harrods, Selfridges, Christian Louboutin, Armani – and to make it available for wealthy private clients and their professional design teams for the finest prime residential interiors in London.

With well over 20 years of experience in this field, our directors are totally committed to achieve excellence in the management of each project to tight schedules and tight budgets whilst also offering unparalleled attention to detail.

Our longstanding relationships with international suppliers in stone, marble, wood, metal, glass and other materials enables us to undertake unique and bespoke refurbishments for discerning clients. It goes without saying that every project is personally managed by one of our directors whose primary task is to fully understand every client and to fully realise their vision for their new property.

Pierre Williams

Director – Project Management & Construction

Pierre’s property career started 20 years ago when working in investment banking. That led on to the ownership and management of property development companies and housebuilders in addition of an NHBC registered construction company. Over these years, Pierre has built everything from blocks of apartments to housing developments across the UK.

Most importantly, his real interest lies with outstanding buildings of special character and he now focuses closely on very fine work on listed buildings together with very high-quality refurbishment and remodelling projects across the prime areas of Central and North London.

Pierre brings a wealth of experience in construction management and methods as well as the “developer’s eye”. That means a real ability to maximise value in terms of design and planning. And on a practical level, it means he has the ability to work with a client to ensure that the budget stretches to achieve the best results.

Guilty pleasure: Star Trek, yes I’m a trekkie!

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Tommaso Cappiello

Director – Project Management & Construction

Tommaso has extensive experience in the construction sector with a personal track-record in the management of often complex projects for blue-chip clients such as Heathrow Airport. He has built a real reputation amongst commercial clients for the timely delivery of top projects across UK and international sites, including many of the world’s most famous retail destinations.

Frequently sought out for repeat business by leading design brands, Tommaso’s friendly, affable (and very effective) approach to problem-solving allows for a collaborative “can-do” attitude amongst our team. It means we are ultimately able to deliver projects within tight timescales.

 

Guilty pleasure: I’m a barbecue king!

Rishika Williams

Design & Dispute Resolution

Rishika started her career in hedge funds before moving to the oil sector where she rose to a senior position responsible for managing the middle office and group risk for one of the world’s largest oil trading companies.

With an aptitude for understanding complex systems, logistics and legal frameworks Rishika has within the last 20 years applied her skills to the property sector. Specifically, Rishika advises Developers, HNW individuals, family offices and Trusts on the many and often complex property matters that exist at the juncture between costs, design, value, contracts & liabilities. She orchestrates all the constituent parties acting as the client’s representative & protecting their interests – a real asset to Ansonby client service.

Guilty pleasure: Star Trek, yes I’m also a trekkie!

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Thomas Laidler

Operations & Surveying

Tom is a key member of the Ansonby team who has extensive technical experience in the management of construction sites, including the most difficult and tight sites in central London.

With a professional background in surveying and contract management, Tom ensures that every project is meticulously planned and executed.

Guilty pleasure: Scuba Diving

Maria Poulos

Finance & Procurement.

Maria specialises in supplier relationships and can find any product to suit any type of finish. She is also responsible for our aftercare service.

Guilty pleasure: Chocolate!

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