Our Team

We form a cohesive, multi-disciplinary team, equipped with collective skills to deliver exceptional developments, from inception to completion.

Ed Friel, Director

After studying at the Royal College of Art and UCL, Ed qualified as an Architect and worked with award-winning practices, Turner Works and Jestico + Whiles, before joining industry-leading property developer, the Berkeley Group. Having overseen the completion of several complex developments over six successful years working at Berkeley, Ed progressed to leading the design and technical team on a multi-phase, mixed-used, regeneration project in London. As a Director at Friel Welch, Ed is a driving force behind the company’s pursuit of innovative design solutions and commitment to excellence on every project.

Adam Welch, Director

With over 20 years’ experience working within the commercial teams of the UK’s leading property developers and construction companies, Adam has amassed a wealth of experience in commercial and risk management. Prior to starting FW, Adam led the commercial team on a flagship, £500 million regeneration project of a former London gasworks, on behalf of the Berkeley Group. As a Director at FW, Adam’s experience in cost and project management is instrumental in identifying and eliminating risk for our clients.