Ryland joined Make in 2026 as a Part 1 architectural assistant and is currently working on a best-in-class workplace scheme in central London.

As an undergraduate at London South Bank University, Ryland won an Academic Excellence Award and was nominated for the RIBA Bronze Medal. He was also selected to present his work at the RIBA London Summer Exhibition.

Ryland enjoys sailing and water sports in his spare time and is a qualified sailing instructor.