I joined AEW in 1999, joining the Board of Directors in 2015 and becoming Managing Director in 2020. I am an Architect who enjoys the challenges of design and delivery.

I work across all our sectors and have successfully delivered industrial, office, accommodation and retail schemes for varied clients. My approach from the outset is to drive excellent design whilst ensuring smooth delivery.

Clients, contractors and our partnering consultants appreciate my expert technical knowledge and understanding of procurement and regulatory processes. This knowledge combined with my collaborative approach provides reassurance to the teams we lead.

I lead the practice with responsibility for business strategy and planning, IT and project delivery. We constantly look to improve and innovate our service based on client feedback.

I joined AEW in 2017 and was promoted to the Board of Directors in the same year. I have over 30 years’ industry experience including successful management of my previous architectural practice.

I specialise in the accommodation sector; particularly with the design of housing and regeneration of communities. My award-winning work spans both the private and public sector for private clients, developers and registered providers.

I am passionate about the positive contribution that architecture can make to communities and I focus on understanding their needs to inform the brief. Success requires true collaboration and engagement with all stakeholders. Social value is critical to the long-term success in regeneration and building community.

In the practice, I mentor several of our Associate Directors and am responsible for our Health and Safety, finance, commercial systems and business administration, Human Resources and our Social Value activity.

I am a Fellow Member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).

I joined AEW in 2009 and from being promoted to Associate and then Associate Director in 2017, I was promoted to a Director in 2019. I am an Architect and embrace every design challenge that is presented.

I lead our office sector but also work across others, having successfully delivered masterplans, accommodation, office, retail, sports and leisure projects for varied clients. I get a real buzz leading a team through the design process and seek to maximise the benefits of good design. I lead a team of architects and technicians across all stages.

Clients recognise my ethos of good design for the projects sake, not for an ego or pretence. I thrive on complex design challenges, extensive stakeholder engagement and team approach.

I actively network throughout the north west construction and property industry and contribute to our business development activities.

I joined AEW in 1997 as an Associate, was promoted to Associate Director in 2008 and to a Director in 2019. I am an Architect, exploring design constantly to achieve the best possible outcomes for each project.

I lead our industrial sector and have extensive experience in master planning, distribution, warehousing, manufacturing and energy projects. I lead a team of specialist architects and technicians delivering projects through all stages, from concept to completion.

Clients trust my knowledge and experience to develop deliverable solutions. From initial masterplan to public consultation I explore all constraints and stakeholder issues to ensure smooth delivery.

I provide leadership in accessible design and disability legislation as part of my practice management duties.

I joined Aew in 2005 as an Interior Designer and have progressed within the practice, becoming a Director in 2022. Following my education in Interior Design, I focused on project management in practice, enhancing my skills in design, management, programming, and delivery.

I lead our retail sector, heading a team of architects, interior designers, and technicians to deliver a range of projects nationally. I am passionate about working with retailers to understand their customers’ evolving expectations - developing the retail experience through design and then implementation via large-scale, often national roll outs.

As the practice lead for interior design, I also manage a team to provide interior design services across all our key sectors, working independently or as part of a project team with our in-house architectural staff.
Combining my project management and interior design skills, I can advise clients from concept and customer demand to scaled delivery.

I joined Aew in 2005 as a Part I and since then have progressed through the practice, becoming a Director in 2022. I am an Architect with highly developed communication and management skills, leading design teams.

I specialise in industrial and logistics but also work across all our key sectors, heading a team of architects and technicians who design and deliver projects in each. This varied project mix includes warehouse and distribution facilities, advanced manufacturing facilities, parents’ accommodation at hospitals throughout the UK and commercial office space.

Clients value my expertise in translating concept designs to practical and successful completed projects. Within the practice, I am responsible for our programme of mentoring Part I students on their year out, helping to shape the Architects of the future.

I joined AEW in 2010 as an Architectural Assistant. Returning in 2013, I went on to complete my professional qualification prior to being promoted to Associate in 2018 and Associate Director in 2021.

I am an Architect experienced in developing masterplans and leading projects from concept to completion.

I focus on the industrial sector, working with numerous high-profile clients on strategic employment sites throughout the North West. I work diligently to understand and mitigate constraints to provide high quality masterplans and great places to work.

Clients trust my logical approach to solutions and understanding of process.

I joined AEW in 2006 being promoted to Associate and then Associate Director in 2016. I am an Architect and an external examiner for the Royal Institute of British Architects.

I co-lead our retail sector having previously worked on accommodation, commercial and industrial projects. Working in retail is a continual challenge, ensuring that design and customer experience stays ahead of rapidly changing expectation. I lead a team of architects and technicians to deliver ambitious new store opening programmes.

Understanding and balancing technical constraints, planning regulation and other stakeholder requirements allows me to keep projects on track and why Clients return for my advice.

I am committed to our industry and lead our internal programme of architectural student development. My position as an RIBA examiner keeps the practice aligned with RIBA activities and goals.

I re-joined AEW in 2007 being promoted to Associate and then Associate Director in 2017. I have the leadership skills required to ensure high-quality project delivery across our specialist sectors.

I co-lead our retail sector, delivering retail space for a range of clients. Projects include town centre regeneration, district centres, roadside uses and out of town shopping parks. I also work across our industrial, sport and leisure and accommodation sectors. The latter includes overseeing a strong portfolio of recladding commissions.

Our high proportion of repeat work for clients has allowed me to understand their drivers, forge strong relationships and provides me with a clear overview of what makes a successful scheme.

I also oversee the practice’s continued professional development (CPD) programme, ensuring internal training is tailored to continually improve our knowledge and service.

I joined Aew in 2020 and was promoted to Associate Director in 2022. I have extensive experience designing and delivering projects within the residential and community sectors; including bespoke housing, specialist and retirement living, large scale residential projects, masterplanning and complex mixed-use sites.

Prior to joining Aew, I spent eight years with an interdisciplinary housing and urban planning practice, focussing on regeneration and spent five years with a small design led architectural practice specialising in private residences. During this time, I have designed and delivered a number of notable schemes including, Willow Barns in Stoke-On-Trent; a RIBA Regional Award and Housing Design Award winning scheme and Limelight in Old Trafford; one of the first integrated hubs in the UK, which provides extra-care living with a primary care facility and a range of intergenerational council and social enterprise services for the wider community.

I joined AEW in 2015 as BIM Manager whilst completing my MSc in BIM and Integrated Design. My formal education in BIM began after 10 years in industry as an architectural technologist.

I am focused on continual improvement, using BIM as an umbrella to advance the design process, production of information, information exchanges and all other industry workflows. Regardless of any mandate I use BIM to drive efficiencies and improvements in our projects for the benefit of the whole team.

My plain language approach allows other consultants, contractors and clients to demystify BIM and engage on how technology can be used to improve projects. This inclusive collaboration is welcomed by all.

My team provides BIM services direct to clients, contractors and external consultants. Within the practice we provide coordination and support to AEW projects and ongoing training throughout.

I re-joined Aew as an Associate in 2017 and was promoted to Associate Director in 2022. I am a client facing, job running technician and designer.

My experience is diverse but with extensive examples in the retail and industrial sectors. I have developed multiple out of town shopping centre schemes and employment parks covering trade counter, warehousing and distribution facilities.

Clients, design teams and contractors recognise my experience and my accessibility in sharing it with others. I constantly look for pragmatic, simple design solutions to aid the smooth running of our projects whilst maintaining the overall design ethos in the detail.

I joined AEW in 2023 as an Associate Director, having previously worked as the office lead for another practice. I am an Architect with a proactive approach to design and I believe collaborative working is paramount to the success of any project.

I enjoy working closely with clients, consultants and key stakeholders to develop projects through all work stages, focusing on intelligent and efficient design solutions.

Having worked across a range of sectors including industrial warehousing, self-storage, retail, residential and town centre masterplanning, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of both the design and delivery of complex projects. This understanding, coupled with commercial awareness, reassures clients and helps them realise their aspirations.

I joined AEW in 2021 to lead the sustainability agenda. I work closely with teams across the practice to embed sustainable practices in everything that we do.

I have over 14 years’ industry experience providing energy and sustainability consultancy services across a broad range of sectors and have been at the forefront of whole life cycle assessment methods since 2018. He holds both BREEAM Accredited Professional and Assessor qualifications.

I have worked across many of our specialist sectors, delivering large, complex projects. My experience allows me to explore and understand the specific sustainability requirements in any brief and then develop an appropriate holistic design strategy.

I have specialist experience carrying out whole life cycle assessment, dynamic building modelling and advising and informing BREEAM and net zero strategies. My experience includes new build, refurbishment, conversion (including heritage assets) and modular solutions.

I joined Aew in 2015 and was promoted to the role of Associate in 2022. I work closely with my team to create imaginative, original and deliverable design solutions.

Clients appreciate my ability to solve problems and add value to a project through good design.

My recent projects have focussed on town centre regeneration and creative reuse of existing buildings. I have worked in several our specialist sectors including delivering bespoke end-user led offices, apartments, and retail schemes, giving me a wide ranging and current knowledge of industry trends and legislation. I enjoy working through all stages of the project, from concept design and planning through to using my detailed, technical knowledge to deliver practical and successful completed projects on site.

I joined AEW in 2009 as a trainee architectural technician and following my professional qualification I was promoted to Associate in 2016.

My experience in the retail sector includes national roll out programmes for major high street brands. I combine my technical skills and cool management style to lead multiple teams from initial concept to successful store openings.

Despite challenges that projects can sometimes throw at us, Clients, design teams and Contractors appreciate my unwavering calm and honest approach always focusing on solutions.

I joined AEW as an Associate role in 2017 having previously worked with Colin Savage at his previous architectural practice. I am an Architect and Heritage Specialist, registered with the Architects Accredited in Building Conservation [AABC].

My heritage specialism leads to a varied role from leading large-scale projects on or affecting protected structures to advisory services. I work across all AEW sectors plus specialist ecclesiastical work.

I have a passion for our architectural heritage which is clear for all to see. This passion drives respect for these structures, and I am fastidious in my approach to conserving them for future generations.

I joined AEW in 2017 and was promoted to Associate in 2022. I help oversee the busy McDonald’s new build roll out nationwide, working with a dedicated team to progress schemes from feasibility stage all the way through to completion.

I specialise in the retail sector; specifically working with key clients and retailers to understand their customers’ evolving expectations - developing the retail experience through design and then implementation via large-scale, often national roll outs. My experience includes new build, refurbishment, conversion, and modular solutions.

I joined AEW in 2003 to complete my Part 2 architectural studies and following professional qualification, I was later promoted to Associate in 2009. I am an Architect working at all project stages.

My experience covers retail, offices and sport and leisure sectors ranging from one off projects to long term, multi phased development briefs. I develop solutions from new sites to intricate town centre regeneration interventions. Clients recognise my commitment to their projects. I work relentlessly and transparently to collaborate with the team to drive successful outcomes for all.

I joined AEW in 2000 to complete my Part 2 architectural studies and following professional qualification, I was later promoted to Associate in 2005. I am an experienced Architect and previously tutored at The Manchester School of Architecture.

I have worked across many of our specialist sectors, delivering large, complex projects including offices, retail, sports facilities and leisure developments. My experience allows me to explore and understand the specific issues in any brief and then develop an appropriate strategy for the design solution.

Clients and Contractors respect my experience and appreciate my relaxed, collaborative approach when developing solutions. I believe that the most successful outcomes are created by teams that support and encourage each other at every stage.

I joined AEW in 2017 as a Part II Architectural Assistant and became an Architect in 2018. In 2023 I was promoted to the role of Associate, after leading a number of notable accommodation projects on behalf of the practice.

I have worked within various project sectors from inception to completion and have gained strengths in the concept and design development stages. With a keen eye for detail, my project delivery skills are consistently of a high quality.

I work extensively in the accommodation sector and, with a combined interest in sustainability, became a Certified Passive House Designer in 2022.

I joined AEW in 2017 as part of the interiors team. Since then I have progressed to Senior Interior Designer before becoming Associate in 2022. My sector expertise covers workplace, retail and varied commercial projects.

I am passionate about delivering interior schemes to provide enhanced environments for all users. I strive to successfully understand a client’s brief to allow this to inform design proposals. I enjoy collaborating with project team members and stakeholders in delivering the projects expectations and aspirations.

I joined Aew in 2021 and was promoted to Associate in 2022. I work closely with my team across the accommodation and care sectors.

I have delivered large, complex projects with challenging briefs, always with the ambition to meet and exceed client expectations. I enjoy the challenge of complex client briefs and maximising a scheme’s potential to develop and deliver high quality outputs. My experience allows me to explore and understand the specific issues on any project, analyse sites efficiently and develop an appropriate design solution.

Having successfully delivered a number of projects of varying scales, I have the knowledge and experience required to interrogate early-stage designs and develop considered and well resolved proposals for planning and tender information.

I joined AEW in 2023 as HR Manager, bringing over 17 years’ experience to the business, having previously worked in a similar role in Manchester’s creative industry.

As a HR Generalist, I have a wide range of experience dealing with the many different aspects of human resources, covering employee relations through to employee engagement.

At AEW, I work collaboratively and inclusively to support the needs of staff across the practice. I believe an engaged team performs well, which in turn, delivers success for the business.

I joined AEW in 2020 as Marketing Manager. I have 10 years’ experience in roles across the property sector and am highly skilled in marketing, bid management and public sector procurement .

My focus is to market the skills and experience of the practice to the wider industry and help bid and secure new work.

Prior to joining AEW, I spent 3 and a half years leading marketing and business development on behalf of another architectural practice. During this time I led a number of successful bids including the landmark Salford Crescent and University Masterplan as well as gaining places on a range of frameworks for clients such as the BBC and the University of Leeds. Prior to this, I worked for both Barratt Developments and Lovell working on a range of accommodation and regeneration bids nationwide.

Stewart is a highly experienced Architect and a knowledgeable and respected property industry business consultant. He is grounded in managing the operational aspects of architecture practices and is passionate about creating the right opportunities for businesses and individuals to develop.

Stewart’s remit at Aew includes advising on our:

• Business Plan/Strategy
• Management Development Programme – including soft skills, coaching and mentoring
• Sector and service planning
• HR activities – including collating staff feedback
• Business Development Strategy