Paul Tanner trained under Sir Leslie Martin at Cambridge University. His Master's thesis - 'The Extension of an Historic Environment' was awarded a place in the University Library.

Before establishing Trevlyn Tanner Architects, Paul's experience was gained principally in London but also in New York. This experience ranged from substantial developments in both private (commercial) and public (Ministry of Defence) sectors, to research and development within Architects and Building Branch at DfEE (then DES). This experience underpins the Practice's approach to an integrated architecture and a professional service of the highest quality.