Team
Our design culture is built upon a rich cultural mosaic.
McGregor Coxall is a collaborative and interdisciplinary team, uniting designers, scientists, and biourbanists.
With a global reach and real-time collaboration tools, we assemble the perfect mix of specialists for your project, wherever it may be. Our interdisciplinary approach ensures tailored prosperity, whether it’s social vibrance, urban regeneration, environmental security, or restorative design. Guided by experienced leaders, our design-driven process fosters innovation and guarantees excellence in line with our principles: resilience, biodiversity, restorative outcomes, water-sensitive design, and decarbonisation.
People / Board of Directors
Adrian is the Founder and Chief Design Officer [CDO] at McGregor Coxall. He is a city futurist and master planner, the author of Biourbanism—Cities as Nature, and an Adjunct Professor at the Univers ...
Ann brings over 13 years of experience to McGregor Coxall, having joined the firm in 2010 when it was a team of only 20 people. Throughout her tenure, Ann led the Sydney Landscape Architecture divisio ...
Philip has more than thirty years international experience in landscape architecture, urban design and planning.
Philip has worked on a broad range of projects in Australia, England, and Asia. His e ...
Leon is a senior finance specialist and qualified Chartered Accountant with over twenty years‘ global experience across finance and senior management. Leon was appointed CEO of McGregor Coxall i ...
Michael’s passion rests in achieving healthy, smart, living and locally responsive environments.
With 20 years international experience, Michael adopts a systematic design approach to his projects ...
Steven is an award-winning architect whose design leadership and interpersonal skills prove invaluable in delivering projects that exceed client expectations.
Steve has developed a r ...
A highly regarded landscape architect, Suellen brings expertise in open space planning, recreation, park management, and nature-based tourism and has led private and public organisations across Vi ...
George’s industry insight, networks and business acumen make a valuable contribution to McGregor Coxall’s strategic vision for international design leadership and sustainable growth.
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With over two decades of distinguished experience in financial leadership, Meera De Almaida-John CPA, BCom, brings a uniquely holistic approach to her role as Chief Financial Officer. Her expertise sp ...
People / Associate Directors
Fraser is a UK registered Landscape Architect with a proven track record in the documentation and delivery of a broad range of public realm works. Fraser leads McGregor Coxall’s emergi ...
Miranda has local and international experience in Landscape Architecture and Urban Design. Committed to the ethos of sustainability, diversity, equality, and forward-thinking design solutions, she is ...
Nadia has 20 years of experience as a Landscape Architect and Project Manager on a variety of projects including strategic planning and landscape infrastructure, urban revitalisation, commercial devel ...
Nick has international experience in Landscape Architecture and Urban Design. Nick is co-Leader of McGregor Coxall’s Melbourne studio where he is jointly responsible for the practices Vi ...
Scott has a passion for creating vibrant and memorable urban places that are people focused, environmentally sensitive and culturally responsive. With over 20 years experience, Scott has worked on a r ...
Steve is an Associate Director, Environmental Engineer, and specialist in building city resilience through whole-of-water-cycle management and climate adaptation strategies. His interdis ...
Dr. Jorge Sainz De Aja Curbelo is an accomplished Urban Computational Design Senior Associate at McGregor Coxall, bringing over a decade of experience leveraging generative techniques to enhance archi ...
Yazid holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture and was awarded concurrent degrees in Master of Landscape Architecture and Bachelor of Arts (Architecture) with honours from th ...
Jennifer is an accomplished project manager who supports our designers to achieve outstanding results for our clients and our communities. Her background in Architecture has given her an appreciation ...
Katie is a passionate and driven Senior Landscape Practitioner with 15 years of experience based both in Australia and in the Middle East. Katie has a passion for large scale challenging ...
People / Senior Associate
Matt is a designer and collaborator whose expertise combines the curation of place and the creation of space to deliver meaningful and successful projects. Matt values projects which begin with st ...
Michael has a broad range of experiences working at all scales in landscape architecture and urban design through various private and public projects across New South Wales and Victoria. He has a ...
Rupert is a Landscape Architect with 20 years international experience in landscape architecture, urban design, horticulture, furniture design, photography and advanced 3D realisation. His experti ...
Thomas is a Computational Designer whose work explores the intersection of design and programming. With a formal education in Landscape Architecture (BDes, MLA), Thomas brings a rare mix of practi ...
Úna is a chartered architect and RIBA member with experience working in the built environment on challenging historic sites such as Aerospace Bristol and Clifton suspension bridge tollhouses. As ...
Ana is a designer, researcher, and educator. Her research focuses on the creation and use of sustainable materials in landscape design and construction considering deep time and natural resources. Whi ...
Hossein is a highly qualified Senior Geospatial Scientist with 17 years’ academic and industry experience. He has designed, developed, and implemented several GIS-based methodologies to assess n ...
Jim is an AILA-registered Landscape Architect with experience across all stages of the design process, from large and complex multidisciplinary masterplanning and conceptual design through to proj ...
Keegan is an Associate Landscape Architect at McGregor Coxall with wide appreciation and experience in creating meaningful places of various scale and purpose. Keegan has designed, documented, and ...
Liliana is a social researcher with a strong commitment to the evidence-based design of healthy and sustainable built environments. Her interdisciplinary background in psychology, sociology, and u ...
People / Associates
Holly is an Associate Project Manager in the Emerging Markets team, with an interdisciplinary background spanning urban design, project management, and sustainability. She brings her expertise to a wi ...
Logan completed his Landscape Architecture Degree in 2014 at the Unitec Institute of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand. Whilst studying, he spent 18 months as a sole landscape designer and labou ...
Luc is dedicated to creating sustainable, human-centered landscapes that blend ecological principles with innovative design, enhancing urban environments and the well-being of their inhabitants.
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A Chartered Engineer and Water and Environmental Manager with expertise in environmental design and planning, Nora has developed a diversified skillset through advising private and public sector clien ...
Sidonie has worked on a wide range of high-profile Masterplanning and Landscape Architecture projects worldwide. She has experience in numerous conservation-led Master planning projects in the Mid ...
With 10 years experience in urban transformation projects, masterplans, housing, Aslı focuses on creating and improving qualities of the built environment across every scale. Having worked across a s ...
While completing her Master of Landscape Architecture at RMIT University, Melbourne, Chloe gained a range of experience including working for an international urbanism design firm, residential lan ...
Behnaz is a highly experienced and qualified architect and landscape architect with over 17 years of diverse industry experience, complemented by a decade of academic involvement as an educator and re ...
Jingshu (JJ) has more than 8 years of international experience in landscape architecture, having made significant contributions in the United States, China, and Australia. She has a proven track recor ...
People / Senior Professionals
Trained as an urban planner and architect, Manasi works at the nexus of data science and urban design. She has experience working in cross-disciplinary teams where she has supported urban planning ...
Robert has completed his Master of Landscape Architecture and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture at RMIT. Having previously gained experience in landscape construction, he has picked up valuable p ...
With educational and professional experience across urban design, architecture, civil and environmental engineering disciplines, Robert is a multi-disciplinary designer, researcher and critical thinke ...
Thomas Flugge is a Senior Landscape Architect at McGregor Coxall with over eight years of experience in Australia and internationally. Thomas leads projects holistically with social and ecological awa ...
Xavier is an Architect by ETSAB – Technical University of Barcelona, NTNU – Trondheim, Norway and Master of architecture in ETSAM – Technical University of Madrid, He has worked ...
Benn is a seasoned landscape architect with a Bachelor of Design and over 10 years of experience in leading diverse projects and managing small to large teams. As a project manager, Benn excels in ...
Clare offers design expertise on projects of socio-ecological resilience. She has fifteen years experience as a built environment design professional, including four years in Landscape Architecture. P ...
Elina is an accomplished GIS specialist with over a decade of experience in geospatial projects. She excels in team empowerment, leadership, and collaboration. With expertise in spatial data engineeri ...
Gemma’s joy for Landscape Architecture is driven by a keen interest in how landscape intersects with the dynamic socio-political spheres of migration, mobility and economic development. Gemma tw ...
After completing a three-year advance standing program with the University of Melbourne – Melbourne School of Design (MSD), Jayden has managed to graduate from both his Bachelor and Master’s degre ...
After graduating from a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with Honours in 2019, Jeremy has since completed his Master of Architecture (Research) at the University of Technology Sydney. His key in ...
People / Professionals
Yaoyao is a passionate landscape architect with an extensive and deep appreciation for creating meaningful spaces across various scales and purposes. Yaoyao has designed and documented diverse and com ...
Swathi is an Architect and BIM Specialist with over five years of international experience, specialising in retail, workplace, and commercial design across the US and India. She has expertise in BIM m ...
Nora (Xiao) is a worldly Landscape Architect who draws knowledge from educational experiences across the globe. Holding a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Sichuan Agriculture University) and Master ...
Paula recently graduated from the University West of England with a Bachelor´s Degree in Architecture. Her ambition to be an architect was driven by the passion for understanding the context of m ...
Rae has a deep appreciation for design excellence and a strong commitment to developing systematic solutions in the ever-changing environment. Her experience spans diverse project types, including hos ...
Shota is a Japanese Landscape Architect with experience in both Japanese domestic and international urban landscape projects when he worked for firms in Japan. He earned his Master of Landscape Ar ...
Sophie is a UK-based Set & Costume Designer with ten years of experience in theatre: film, interiors, and live events. Recognised for critically assessing project needs and developing designs with ...
Sylvia holds a Master of Landscape Architecture at RMIT and having more than four years post-graduate working within her field, has gained extensive practical knowledge of detailed design and cons ...
Tanvi is a multidisciplinary designer and artist focused on addressing and combatting issues surrounding the climate crisis. She believes the future of design is contingent upon re-establishing humank ...
Tara is an Environmental Sustainability Designer at McGregor Coxall, with over 2 years’ experience. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture and Environments from the University of Sydney, fo ...
After completing a comprehensive five-year Urban and Rural Planning course at Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology, Tian continued her education at the University of Melbourne, where she ...
Tiange has been awarded degrees in Master of Architecture and Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture in her past academic years. The multidisciplinary background provides her with so ...
Una graduated with an honours degree in Landscape Architecture. Over her period studying she developed a passion for environmental design, conceptual innovation, and creative solutions. Having previou ...
Ashleigh is an emerging Urban Design professional, completing a Bachelor of Architecture and Environments (2019) and Master of Architecture (2023) at The University of Sydney. Uncovering her love of u ...
Camila’s versatile portfolio blends extensive experience across various design realms. She has significantly contributed to brownfield and city centre regenerations throughout the South West of ...
With experience spanning across all project phases and a variety of public and urban realm typologies, Daniel is an accomplished landscape architect with specialized skills including visualisation ...
Daryl received both his Bachelor Landscape Architectural Design and Master of Landscape Architecture with distinction from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT). His interests are focused ...
Freya is passionate about sustainably focused design that has a positive impact. Extensive experience within the built environment and a background in bespoke, high end residential design have led Fre ...
Giovana has a Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning at the University of Sydney, a Master of Business, and a Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism. She has over ten years of experience in develop ...
Hanny has a background in Landscape Architecture, Graphic Design, and Painting, she believes that Landscape Architecture is an art form that grows, lives, and breathes. Bringing a unique perspective t ...
Jasmine is an emerging Urban Design professional, holding a Master’s degree in Urban Design from the University of Sydney. With a strong background in site analysis and 3D modeling, she is dedic ...
With a passion ignited by local Australian landscapes, Liam’s work explores his appreciation for stunning natural scenes and a fascination with dynamic landscape systems. Liam’s approach to design ...
People / Graduate
Sophie is completing a double degree, majoring in Environmental Science and Landscape Architecture. Her passion lies at the intersection of design and science, with the goal of creating inclusive, res ...
With expertise spanning physical geography, spatial analysis, environmental data management, and IT systems, Sean excels at leveraging geographic information to inform resilience planning. His backgro ...
Tanvi is a multidisciplinary designer and artist focused on addressing and combatting issues surrounding the climate crisis. She believes the future of design is contingent upon re-establishing humank ...
Combining expertise in digital technologies and a passion for multidisciplinary design, Daria is an innovative professional with a Master’s in Design Management. Daria holds expertise in CAD, 3D mod ...
People / Global Services
Rachel is a dynamic professional with a decade of experience as an Executive and Marketing Assistant in the real estate and sporting sectors. Rachel has proven expertise in management consulting, stra ...
Jennefer Laird specialises in managing complex bid and tender submissions in the design sector. Drawing from her background in studio management, she brings meticulous attention to detail to every pro ...
Lizzie joined the UK team in 2023 to provide executive support to the Directors, coordinate UK marketing and manage office activities. She has over a decade of experience in similar roles, gained prim ...
Ruby brings over 10 years of experience working as an Accountant in the not for profit sector. She has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration concentrated in Accounting and is responsible for a ...
I bring clarity to the field of marketing and communications in the built environment design industry.
With a background of breaking through the noise and stalemate of competing interests, my approach ...
Brooke Eddey is a dedicated and experienced professional with a diverse background spanning over fifteen years in both the wellness industry and the built environment sector. Based in Sydney, Brooke ...
Daniel brings extensive experience leading the strategic development and management of significant bids and tender submissions to deliver successful client outcomes. Leveraging his project management ...
Daniel started his accounting career in Accounts Payable and has had many different roles over his 23 year career in Finance, landing in his current position of Financial Controller at McGregor Co ...
Daniele is an experienced accounting assistant, responsible for performing accounting and clerical functions, and providing support to the entire UK team.
Daniele ensures files are complete and mainta ...
Eoin is an experienced and reliable quality assurance professional with over 3 years’ experience working with ISO9001 for McGregor Coxall. As the Quality Assurance Coordinator Eoin uses his stro ...
Living Infrastructure Article published in Landscape Institute Journal
December 6, 2024
Insights
Publication
‘Living Infrastructure: A Digital Approach to Urban Ecosystems,’ an article co-authored by McGregor Coxall UK Founding Director, Michael Cowdy, and UK Biourbanism Lab Lead, Jorge Sainz de Aja Curbelo, has featured in the latest issue of the Landscape Institute Journal. The ‘Digital’ edition of the journal investigates how technologies...
McGregor Coxall produces 5 interviews with leading global Innovation District directors
November 22, 2024
Insights
The Property Council of Australia NSW Division Precincts Committee launched a week of insightful events in November that focus on creating and managing vibrant innovation precincts. Registered attendees unlocked 5 interviews with leading Innovation District directors and leaders produced by McGregor Coxall with our partners at Lendlease & Woods...
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...
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...
Leader of the PAC – pool’s bold design the envy of the world
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...