Architecture
We’re a team of visionary architects with a passion for buildings and a keen eye for detail.
What makes us different?
We’re a pretty easy bunch of people to talk to – in fact, we pride ourselves on that. We listen to you, our client. We hear what you need for the space, how you will use it, how you dream it to be, your hopes, your inspirations. We hear the unspoken words and get to the essence of what you truly want.
We talk to the future users of the spaces we design – we observe behaviours and practical needs. Ultimately, we create spaces which are inspirational and practical, spaces both you and your users will love.
Our specialist areas are hotels and hospitality, science and technology, public sector (including healthcare and education) and masterplanning – we have a ton of experience in these sectors and always aim to deliver projects which exceed your expectations.
We have a director led approach – so no matter how small or large your project is you’ll always have one of our directors at the helm. Our team are experienced in AutoDesk Revit Architecture, allowing us to contribute to the inclusion of BIM on new projects.
Principal Designer
Since 2015, clients are required by law to appoint a Principal Designer – this is a company who are best placed to minimise Health & Safety risks.
The industry historically had a poor reputation for Health & Safety and in 1994 Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations were introduced to put the safety of workers, and the public, as the highest priority.
The role of Principal Designer was introduced to ensure the risks which are inherent in the design and construction methods are put at the forefront of design. The overall accountability for Health and Safety always remains with the client and the penalties are high.
Appointing a Principal Designer early in the process supports the client to ensure designs minimise risks and the preparation of the Health and Safety file for the project is started early and maintained throughout the project.
Morrison Design regularly act as Principal Designer for our clients, taking the reins on the pre-construction phase of the project and ensuring Health and Safety is managed expertly throughout.
Project Management
Our in-house Project Managers bring the architect’s vision to life.
This is the bit where we really roll our sleeves up and get our hands dirty. Having project management in-house provides our clients with a slicker service where communication is faster and more effective.
Our Project Managers bring together multiple consultants from across the country, ensuring clients and contractors are all motivated and aligned to achieve the best possible result.
Our team can work with you to phase site works – accommodating refurbishment in occupied buildings and reducing loss of revenue.
Our commitment to our clients is to always:
- communicate in a way you understand
- be honest – even if it’s a tricky conversation to have, we will always be transparent
- keep our commitments; if we say we’ll do it, you can rest easy it’s going to happen
- be nice – there’s no room for anything else at Morrison Design
“We’ve partnered with Morrison Design for many years and they continually demonstrate their deep understanding of our business and what our guests wish to experience when they visit us.”
Andrew Allsopp – Morley Hayes