hospitality architect

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

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

Coffee & Curiosity: My Daily Routine with Sunny Kochchat, Architectural Technologist

Sunny standing outside in front of a red brick wall. He’s wearing a short-sleeved sage green shirt and smiling while looking to the right of the camera.

My day begins at 8am, gently and without rush. The first thing I do is make myself a coffee and sit by the window, a quiet moment to wake up properly before the day starts. After that, if it is nice weather, I cycle to work along the River Derwent. If not, I take a … Coffee & Curiosity: My Daily Routine with Sunny Kochchat, Architectural Technologist

In the Spotlight: The Sloane Club

RIBAJ The Sloane CLub article open on the Morrison Design coffee table

Hot off the press, the latest edition of RIBA Journal features Morrison Design’s project, The Sloane Club – definitely one for the studio coffee table! We’re delighted to see the project highlighted, including a thoughtful conversation with Peter Newman-Earp (Director) and Les Witten (Associate Director), who share insights into our lighting strategy developed in collaboration … In the Spotlight: The Sloane Club

Happy Earth Day from Morrison Design 🌍

An image of a mossy tree root with logos from Morrison Design, Treeapp, Steinbeis and Naked Paper. It says 'Happy Earth Day'

Today, for Earth Day, we’re celebrating the small, consistent choices that help us reduce our impact and design more responsibly. In the studio, sustainability is part of our everyday practice – from using Naked Paper toilet roll and Steinbeis recycled printer paper, to recycling everything we can and making conscious choices about the materials we … Happy Earth Day from Morrison Design 🌍

From the Studio Archive: Holiday Inn Hotel Kuwait Al Thuraya City

The sun reflecting a golden light off the front mirrored facade. There are lots of tall flags at the front of the hotel.

Our archive holds hotel projects that continue to speak for themselves decades after completion. This week, we’re looking back at the Holiday Inn Kuwait Al Thuraya City, originally designed in 1978 and still operating as a key destination today. The scheme centres around a dramatic internal atrium, bringing daylight deep into the building and creating … From the Studio Archive: Holiday Inn Hotel Kuwait Al Thuraya City

Morrison Design attending UKREiiF

Graphic containing logos from Morrison Design and UKREiiF as well as pictures of Nik Clarke and David Gardner.

Morrison Design are excited to be attending UKREiiF in Leeds from 19th – 21st May. Directors Nik Clarke and David Gardner will be heading to the three day event and look forward to catching up with existing contacts and meeting some new faces too. Whether you’re an existing contact or someone we’ve yet to meet, … Morrison Design attending UKREiiF

From 5* Hotels to the Wrong Slippers: A day in the life of John Robson

John in the office chatting to colleagues who have their back to the camera

Tuesdays usually mean site meetings – and today is no exception. The alarm goes off at 5.15am and before the rest of the house has even stirred, I’m up and out the door. A quick half hour later I’m at Pete, our Director’s, house – ready to share the 130-mile journey down to site. As … From 5* Hotels to the Wrong Slippers: A day in the life of John Robson

Riverside Chambers transformation

Large ceremony room with circular feature light at the front, over a table with a floral display. Chairs are set out ready for guests.

Morrison Design are proud to unveil the transformation of Riverside Chambers into a new registry office for Derby. Morrison Design undertook architectural and Principal Designer (BRPD) services to reimagine the ground floor offices into a new registry office. The refurbishment includes large and small ceremony rooms with associated public facilities and improved accessibility. Located in … Riverside Chambers transformation

Festival of Hospitality 2026 Launch at Sloane

Peter Newman-Earp at the event, smiling and looking away from camera

We were delighted to join the 2026 Festival Welcome Reception at The Sloane Club , hosted by the Festival of Hospitality. It was a fantastic way to kick off the year and catch up with many familiar and new faces. The evening included inspiring insights from The Sloane Club’s Managing Director, Neena Jivraj Stevenson, on … Festival of Hospitality 2026 Launch at Sloane