Architects-Group expands team with new hires

North East architecture and interior design practice the Architects-Group has strengthened its team with a series of new appointments, supporting rising demand across its commercial and residential projects.

Senior architect Emily Leake has joined the Woolsington-headquartered firm following her relocation from the South East. 

Bringing over 15 years’ experience from Hopkins Architects in Dubai and London, she will play a key role in advancing the practice’s BIM and revit-led design capabilities.

The firm has also appointed senior architectural technologist and principal designer Paul Biggins, who adds extensive technical and project-coordination experience across residential, education and commercial schemes.

They are joined by RIBA architecture apprentice Kate Graham, Part 2 architectural assistant Paopao Yang and interior architecture assistant Joanna Madetko, who has joined on placement from Northumbria University.

The appointments support the continued growth of the 25-strong practice, which is delivering projects across the UK and internationally from its offices in the North East, Cardiff, Chester, London, Lithuania and Saudi Arabia.

Managing director Tony Harmieson said: “This is an exciting time for both the Architects-Group and the wider sector. 

“The demand for high-quality and ambitious architecture and design talent has never been greater. 

“We’re delighted to welcome Emily, Paul, Kate, Paopao and Joanna to our existing team that’s deeply committed to quality and excellence, and we look forward to them furthering their career dreams and aspirations with us.”

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