We plan and design vibrant, resilient cities, places and environments, informed by research from our Biourbanism Lab.

Featured Projects

Twelve Apostles lookout

Twelve Apostles lookout

Great Ocean Road, Australia

Parramatta Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Parramatta Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Sydney, Australia

Circular Economy District

Circular Economy District

The Middle East

The Drying Green

The Drying Green

Zetland, Australia

Bristol Climate Resilience

Bristol Climate Resilience

Bristol, UK

Grampians Peaks Trail (Gariwerd)

Grampians Peaks Trail (Gariwerd)

Victoria, Australia

Sydney Modern

Sydney Modern

City of Sydney, Australia

Australia India Water Security Initiative (AIWASI)

Australia India Water Security Initiative (AIWASI)

New Delhi, India

Harkness Cemetery Masterplan

Harkness Cemetery Masterplan

Harkness, Australia

Ballast Point Park

Ballast Point Park

Birchgrove, Sydney, Australia

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Biourbanism Lab

Offers bespoke digital twin technology and geospatial intelligence for smart city design, climate forecasting, and resilience planning.

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Landscape Architecture

Deploys creative design thinking to deliver resilient and innovative outcomes for public spaces, parks and green infrastructure.

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Sustainability & Climate Resilience

Provides resilience services and nature-based solutions for cities, urban settlements, coastlines, waterways and environments.

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Urban Design

Shapes resilient, smart cities and places using a systems-based workflow, developing feasibility, design strategy, policy and implementation plans.

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Reimagining Heritage: How Adaptive Urban Design Is Shaping Resilient Cities

After centuries of human evolution, loss of biodiversity and exploitation of natural resources, our cities face the formidable challenge of adaptation.

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At McGregor Coxall, we are dedicated to designing resilient cities and environments that contribute to a sustainable and prosperous future. Our global presence spans five studios in Australia and the UK, offering design and sustainability services across ten market sectors.

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Biourbanism

Our approach is rooted in the principles of Biourbanism, a model for creating climate-resilient and prosperous cities as outlined in the book “Biourbanism :: Cities as Nature” by our founder, Adrian McGregor. We believe that cities are the key to addressing the climate emergency, responsible for over 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

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Innovation & Collaboration

Our award-winning projects showcase our commitment to innovation, from new city designs to large-scale regional master plans and local ecological restorations. We leverage advanced technologies, including digital twins and computational design, to inform our work and ensure that our solutions are evidence-based and effective.

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Modern outdoor pavilion with a transparent roof structure housing contemporary sculptures, surrounded by tall grasses and trees. A glass-walled building is visible on the left. A sculpture of a human figure stands in the foreground, while another in blue tones is positioned further behind. Sydney's skyline forms a distant backdrop.
Aerial view of Xiangmihu, a futuristic urban cityscape with a central strip of green parks, water bodies, and recreational spaces running through the densely packed grid of tall buildings and residential areas. The skyline features a prominent, sleek skyscraper.
Aerial view of the University of Sydney's expansive, modern building complex, surrounded by lush green trees and a residential neighborhood with uniform row houses. The business school within has interconnected structures with glass facades and rooftop solar panels. Streets frame the perimeter.
Aerial view of a modern building with green rooftop terraces and landscaped gardens. The terraces feature trees, bushes, and seating areas. Adjacent to the building is a road with cars, separated by a line of trees and a sidewalk, reminiscent of the layout at Chang Gung Hospital.
A small wooden cabin with large windows is situated in a remote, rocky landscape surrounded by tall trees and bushes along the Grampians Peaks Trail. The interior light illuminates the cabin's warm wooden panels, contrasting with the dusky blue sky and natural surroundings of Gariwerd.
A modern multi-story building with a unique stacked design stands next to the bustling harbor at Cockle Bay. Surrounding it are other tall buildings, the vibrant Cockle Bay Park with trees, well-lit walkways, and people strolling along a waterfront promenade.
Aerial view of a coastal fortress at Ballast Point Park, with stone walls extending into the water. The structure features multiple levels with trees and pathways. Visitors are dispersed throughout the grounds. The surrounding water is calm, and the sky is clear.
Aerial view of Spring Cove Manly, featuring a coastal residential area with modern houses and flat roofs. Below, clear blue waters with boats sailing and wooded areas are visible. In the distance, a cityscape with tall buildings under a slightly cloudy sky completes the serene scene.
An aerial view of a modern elevated railway station in an urban setting, illuminated at dusk. The station has two platforms with trains aligned on both sides. Surrounding it are numerous buildings, streets, a few cars in motion, and even a nearby reservoir. The sky is tinged with a purple hue.
The Drying Green is a modern park with palm trees and a small stream running through it. The park includes landscaped grass areas, a pavilion with people sitting at tables, and modern buildings in the background. The sky is clear and blue.

Arts + Culture
We have a distinguished portfolio in arts and culture projects, reflecting a commitment to enriching urban environments through design that celebrates cultural heritage and artistic expression. Our projects span public art installations, cultural pre ...

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Cities + Places
Our comprehensive approach to urban design and placemaking, transforms cities and places into sustainable, vibrant, and resilient environments. Our projects reflect a deep understanding of urban systems, cultural contexts, and ecological principles, ...

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Education + Research
McGregor Coxall excels in designing educational campuses that promote interactive learning and community engagement. Our projects feature flexible learning spaces, green infrastructure, and communal areas that encourage collaboration among students a ...

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Health + Wellbeing
McGregor Coxall designs therapeutic landscapes that promote physical and mental health. These spaces often include features like sensory gardens, green spaces, and quiet areas designed to provide restorative experiences and support overall wellbeing. ...

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Leisure + Tourism
We create unique destinations that offer immersive experiences for visitors. Our leisure and tourism projects feature parks, recreational facilities, and cultural spaces, providing a diverse range of activities and enhancing local communities. Sustai ...

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Mixed Use + Commercial
McGregor Coxall is a leader in the design and development of mixed-use and commercial projects, creating spaces that seamlessly blend residential, commercial, and public realms. Our approach focuses on sustainability, innovation, and community integr ...

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Parks + Play
With extensive experience in designing and delivering innovative parks and play spaces that cater to diverse communities and needs, McGregor Coxall’s portfolio includes a wide range of projects, from large-scale urban parks to neighbourhood pla ...

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Residential + Communities
We are deeply committed to designing residential and community projects that enhance liveability, foster social interaction, and promote sustainability. Our projects are characterised by resident first design, ecological sensitivity, and a strong foc ...

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Transport + Infrastructure
Renowned for our comprehensive expertise in transport and infrastructure projects, McGregor Coxall is contributing significantly to urban development through innovative design and sustainable practices. Our experience spans a wide range of projects, ...

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Water + Environment
Leaders in environmental design, we focus on sustainable solutions that enhance ecological health and resilience. Our projects integrate water-sensitive urban design (WSUD) principles and environmental sustainability to create landscapes that are bot ...

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A changing climate

By 2030, the world will have warmed by 1.5 degrees. We are at the forefront of decarbonisation and climate risk mitigation, helping shape a resilient and prosperous future through thoughtful and impactful design.

Climate Resilience

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Elevated leaders across McGregor Coxall’s global footprint

November 20, 2024 General
We are pleased to announce the promotions of several outstanding team members across our global business. These promotions reflect their commitment and dedication to our mission of creating sustainable and resilient cities, places, and environments. Jorge Sainz De Aja Curbelo – Associate Director, London Jorge’s work on significant projects...
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The Inner West Blue-Green Grid Strategy picks up PIA Commendation

November 15, 2024 Awards
McGregor Coxall is delighted to announce that the Inner West Council’s Blue-Green Grid Strategy has received a commendation at the Planning Institute of Australia NSW Awards. This forward-thinking project addresses the expected population growth and infrastructure challenges in the Inner West over the next 20 years. The strategy focuses...
The image captures the Parramatta Aquatic Centre, a feat of bold architecture, with colorful smoke effects in the background. Yellow umbrellas dot the pool area, and a clock and sign proudly display its name. Trees and a modern building enhance this venue that's truly the envy of the world.

Leader of the PAC – pool’s bold design the envy of the world

November 11, 2024 Awards Media
Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC) is the talk of the architectural world both globally and locally with the City’s iconic pool winning three prestigious awards in just three days last week. PAC claimed the title of Best Completed Building – Sport at the World Architecture Festival, fending off challenges from...
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Parramatta Aquatic Centre Wins World Architecture Prize

November 7, 2024 Awards
In positive news overnight, The Parramatta Aquatic and Leisure Centre by Andrew Burges Architects & Grimshaw with McGregor Coxall for the City of Parramatta has been awarded at the World Architecture Festival in Singapore. Winning the the Completed Building – Sports category in Day 1 of the annual “Olympics...
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Project Groundwater Summit Unites Experts to Advance Community Flood Resilience

November 7, 2024 General
The McGregor Coxall UK team recently attended the Project Groundwater Annual Summit where they led an insightful participatory design exercise for the delegate workshop. Project Groundwater is a six-year Defra-funded programme aimed at transforming how communities in high-risk flood areas of the Chiltern Hills and Berkshire Downs prepare for...
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Michael Cowdy joins High Streets Panel at London Build 2024

November 6, 2024 Event
What does the future hold for the UK High Street? Michael Cowdy, McGregor Coxall UK Founding Director and New London Architecture High Streets Expert Panellist, takes the stage alongside industry leaders to explore the next chapter for the UK high street at London Build Expo later this month. From...
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Karl Langer winner Clare Mayberry to present “Returning Country”

October 30, 2024 Event
As the 2021 Karl Langer winner and University Medallist, Clare’s Landscape Architecture Honours project ‘Returning Country’ focussed on the repatriation of Australian First Nations Ancestral remains, and considered a design proposition for the National Resting Place in Kamberri, Canberra, Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country. The work culminated in her integral...
Aerial view of a large sports stadium, resembling the Olympic Park, surrounded by green fields and urban development. Nearby, a winding river, modern buildings by McGregor Coxall, and a unique red sculpture enhance the cityscape under a clear blue sky.

McGregor Coxall Joins LLDC Framework to Shape Future Design for Olympic Park Site

October 16, 2024 New Project
We’re proud to announce that Mcgregor Coxall has been appointed to the newly launched London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) Landscape and Public Realm Framework (Lot 2 Design Services). We are joined by a talented, multidisciplinary group of consultants undertaking research, studies, landscape and public realm design in the area,...
A brass band performs beside an outdoor swimming pool at Parramatta Aquatic Centre. A boy makes a big splash as he jumps into the clear blue water, delighting spectators. The brightly lit pool area is lively, resembling a world stage and creating a festive atmosphere.

Parramatta Aquatic Centre makes a splash on the world stage

October 16, 2024 Awards
The already highly awarded and widely recognised Parramatta Aquatic Centre is now receiving global recognition, having been shortlisted in two global award programs. Domestically recognised this year at the NSW AIA Architecture Awards with the prestigious Sulman Award for public architecture and the urban design category award, the project...