Hayley Spencer

Rethinking Basement Guest Rooms: Unlocking Hidden Value in Hotel Assets

Photo of Peter Newman-Earp outdoors with a red brick wall and trees behind him. He’s wearing a dark suit, dark glasses and is smiling.

A Q&A with Peter Newman-Earp, Director at Morrison Design Q: Basement guest rooms have traditionally been viewed with scepticism. Why is that? Peter: Historically, there have been concerns around daylight, guest comfort and planning policy. For many hotel operators and planners, basement accommodation was seen as a compromise rather than a desirable part of the … Rethinking Basement Guest Rooms: Unlocking Hidden Value in Hotel Assets

Making Nature-based Solutions Work for Business Event at the University of Derby

Claire Hollingshurst and Dave Adams from Lubrizol presenting at the front of the room with a large screen next to them showing text and a picture of the Lubrizol Conference Centre.

Yesterday, our Senior Architectural Technician, John Robson, attended the Making Nature-based Solutions (NbS) Work for Business event at the University of Derby, delivered in partnership with Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. The event brought together businesses, policymakers and industry leaders to explore how nature-based solutions can support sustainable growth, biodiversity and innovation, with discussions around Biodiversity Net … Making Nature-based Solutions Work for Business Event at the University of Derby

🐾 The studio’s four-legged visitor programme continues…

Nala the fox red labrador sat on the wooden floor in the studio looking at the camera with the meeting room in the background.

This week we welcomed Nala to the studio 🐾 Between making the rounds for fuss, checking in on the team and ensuring everyone took a well-earned break, Nala proved she’s a natural at boosting office morale. 🐶💚 We’re beginning to think our productivity might have less to do with coffee and more to do with … 🐾 The studio’s four-legged visitor programme continues…

University of Derby Bioscience Superlab Shortlisted at the Life Sciences, Tech & Research Clusters Awards

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A great day and evening at the Life Sciences, Tech & Research Clusters Conference & Awards. Our Director, David Gardner, was pleased to attend alongside Craig Waldron of CPW, joining industry leaders, innovators and collaborators from across the life sciences, technology and research sectors. We were particularly proud to see the University of Derby Bioscience … University of Derby Bioscience Superlab Shortlisted at the Life Sciences, Tech & Research Clusters Awards

Fresh air, good company and getting some steps in

Les, Sophie and James strolling through the park, away from the camera. They're on a wide path with grass and trees on both sides.

Last week, the Morrison Design Team headed out for a wellbeing walk through Darley Park, which we’re lucky enough to have right next to our studio. The walk was organised by Les Witten, Associate Director and Mental Health First Aider, as part of our Mental Wellbeing workstream. It was a great opportunity to get outside, … Fresh air, good company and getting some steps in

Life Sciences, Tech & Research Clusters Conference & Awards

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We’re excited that Morrison Design will be attending the Life Sciences, Tech & Research Clusters Conference & Awards on Tuesday. Our Director, David Gardner, will be attending throughout the day. If you’re planning to be there and would like to discuss an upcoming project, laboratory or technical facility design, or simply arrange a catch-up, we’d … Life Sciences, Tech & Research Clusters Conference & Awards

University of Derby Bioscience Superlab Secures Double Shortlist at Constructing Excellence East Midlands Awards

Constructing Excellence East Midlands 2026 Finalist logo

A big night for the University of Derby Bioscience Superlab! We’re delighted to see the project shortlisted in not one, but two categories at tonight’s Constructing Excellence East Midlands Awards: Retrofit Project of the Year and Building Project of the Year. This recognition follows the project’s recent double shortlist at the CN Life Sciences, Tech … University of Derby Bioscience Superlab Secures Double Shortlist at Constructing Excellence East Midlands Awards

Student Vision on Display at Greenway Exhibition

University degree show – lots of tall vertical panels displaying the students work. A few people are looking at the exhibition.

Associate Director Dale Roberts attended the University of Derby Greenway Masterplan Exhibition 2026 at Britannia Mill, where final-year Architecture students showcased their proposals for a greenway linking Markeaton Park with the city centre campus. As part of their final-year project, students were challenged to develop concepts for sites along the proposed route, demonstrating their creativity, … Student Vision on Display at Greenway Exhibition

Rainbow Flags, Cakes and Quiz Questions

The Pride flag hanging in the studio with colourful decorations in the background.

A joyfully decorated studio, an educational display, delicious cakes, and a competitive quiz – Pride is in full force at Morrison Design! Our Diversity & Inclusion team created a fantastic display of rainbow flags and decorations, alongside educational information about Pride its history, and events and activities taking place across the county. Although the weather … Rainbow Flags, Cakes and Quiz Questions

Unveiling Hilton London Paddington

A stylish guest bedroom with two double beds featuring Paddington bear and a newspaper on the bed.

We’re delighted to announce the completion of phase one of the guest bedroom refurbishment programme at Hilton London Paddington, unveiled at the hotel’s launch event last week. It was a pleasure to join the hotel team and guests – including none other than Paddington Bear himself – to celebrate this important milestone and immerse ourselves … Unveiling Hilton London Paddington