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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

UKREiiF 2026 – that’s a wrap!

A photograph of UKREiiF taken by Nik with the high rise buildings of Leeds in the background (including Morrison Design’s student accommodation project).

A fantastic few days at UKREiiF last week for David Gardner and Nik Clarke – packed with insightful conversations, industry events and valuable new connections. From early morning networking runs, breakfast events and panel discussions, to drinks receptions, client catch-ups and some excellent hospitality across Leeds. It was great to spend time with so many … UKREiiF 2026 – that’s a wrap!

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 🌿

Photo of the Morrison Design studio. The signage on the glass partition reads 'We're creative. We're honest. We're passionate. We're a team."

The weather may have changed our plans, but it didn’t stop us taking some time out together. Instead of our planned outdoor picnic, the team gathered in the studio kitchen for a relaxed lunch and catch-up. It was a chance to step away from our screens, slow down for a moment, reconnect and check in … Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 🌿

Sustainability Lunch & Learn at the studio 🌱

Nik and Hayley hard at work in the conference room surrounding by plants, plant pots and mess.

Today we explored what makes a truly sustainable city, watching and discussing examples from Singapore and Copenhagen – and what London can learn from both. The conversation naturally turned to vertical farming, an area where we’ve built strong sector expertise through projects including Fischer Farms. It’s exciting to see how innovation in food production, urban … Sustainability Lunch & Learn at the studio 🌱

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