Last week, our Director, David Gardner, attended Nottingham Hot Property 2026 – one of the East Midlands’ biggest networking events for the property and construction industry. The annual charity concert brings together professionals from across the sector to raise vital funds for good causes while celebrating the incredible talent within our industry. This year’s event … David Gardner Attends Nottingham Hot Property 2026
Turns out democracy only got us so far… 🥧😂 The public voted Nik as the winner (or loser, depending on how you look at it!), but Tracy at Payroll Matters had other ideas. Thanks to her generous donation, Nik, Dave and Pete all ended up wearing a custard pie. Safe to say there were plenty … Who Got Pied? The Results of Our Charity Custard Pie Challenge
We’re delighted to share that Morrison Design has been named a finalist in not one, but two categories at the National Building & Construction Awards 2026! 🏆 Architectural Practice of the Year🏆 Project of the Year (£10 million – £25 million): The Sloane Club, Chelsea Being recognised for both our practice and one of our … Morrison Design Named Finalists in Two Categories at the National Building & Construction Awards 2026
Our directors Peter Newman-Earp David Gardner and Nik Clarke have bravely volunteered (*ahem, been persuaded) to put themselves in the firing line for charity… but only one will receive the official custard pie to the face! 😆 The rules are simple: 🥧 £5 = 1 vote🥧🥧 £8 = 2 votes🥧🥧🥧 £10 = 3 votes Donate … 🥧 Who’s getting pied? The choice is yours!
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
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…
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
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
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
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