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 at McGregor Coxall, a biolab led urban design, landscape architecture and environment firm located in Australia and the UK.
Adrian is the author of Biour ...
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 ...
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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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 ...
Lisa is a committed and passionate HR professional who values people and encourages high levels of engagement and performance through innovative business practices.
Her broad experiences within th ...
Michael’s passion rests in achieving healthy, smart, living and locally responsive environments.
With 17 years international experience, Michael adopts a systematic design approach to his projects ...
Steve is an award-winning architect whose design leadership and interpersonal skills prove invaluable in delivering projects that exceed client expectations.
Steve has developed a re ...
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 ...
People / Associate Directors
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 over 10 years international experience in Landscape Architecture and Urban Design. Nick is co-Leader of McGregor Coxall’s Melbourne studio where he is jointly responsible for th ...
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 ...
Robyn holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Development – Social Inclusion from Monash University, also holding degrees in Master of International and Community Development ...
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 ...
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.
A passionate designer, accustomed to workin ...
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 ...
As a response to the industry’s growing complexity in terms of scale and organization, Sherwin strives to be critical in his approach, learning the latest BIM/VDC principles and digital tools to ...
Simon is a Senior Associate Landscape Architect with over 12 years of experience in both the design and delivery of landscape projects. A diligent, passionate, and considered designer, Simon draws ...
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 ...
Alex is an accomplished Project Manager with expertise in Landscape Architecture, Sustainability, and Strategic Planning. He has successfully led complex urban development projects across Cape Town, R ...
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 ...
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
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 ...
Remy is a dedicated Urban Designer with experience in creating sustainable and vibrant communities. Working across private and public sectors, she excels in multidisciplinary teams, integrating urban ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
People / Professionals
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 ...
With educational and professional experience across urban design, architecture, civil and environmental engineering disciplines, Robert is a multi-disciplinary designer, researcher and critical thinke ...
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 ...
Starting his career in India, Tanuj developed expert design skills from micro to macro level with a focused and dedicated approach to sustainable design. Due to his precision to design thinking, T ...
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 ...
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 ...
Holding a Master’s degree in Architecture from the University of Technology in Sydney, Yara utilises over four years of experience to implement virtual design representations and modelling of bu ...
Over the course of her tertiary education Alex was involved with design studios and exhibitions both domestically and overseas including opportunities in France and Switzerland. Both as part of a glob ...
Amy has dedicated herself to cultivating expertise as a Landscape Architect in ecological sustainability within urban landscapes, completing an undergraduate degree at the University of Sheffield and ...
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 ...
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 Architec ...
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 ...
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 / Global Services
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 ...
After completing a Master Degree in Urban Regeneration and Development in The University of Manchester, Jingyang (Amber) gained experience in two international design and construction company in B ...
A creative and solutions-driven marketing and communications specialist, Bella skillfully merges dynamic ideas with tailored communications to deliver insightful results.
As Marketing and Communic ...
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 ...
Exploring Language and Landscape: A Design Installation
July 19, 2024
Insights
Jump Spark Ltd commissioned McGregor Coxall to design a visual installation for a bilingual audio project with Eryri National Park and Sherman Theatre Cardiff, exploring the themes of language, landscape, nature, and place. The design investigates the connection between language loss and climate loss, raising the question: does linguistic...
Planning approved for ‘leaf-like’ Serpentine House
July 17, 2024
Project Milestone
East Suffolk Council has granted planning permission for Serpentine House, an off-grid, rural home in Suffolk, UK, which mimics the shape and structure of a leaf. McGregor Coxall supported Tate + Co on this exciting project, with a landscape design to transform the pastoral setting into a contemporary garden, emphasising...
Drying Green wins 2024 Green Good Design Award for excellence in sustainability
July 11, 2024
Awards
McGregor Coxall have won the 2024 Green GOOD DESIGN Sustainability Award for The Drying Green, in recognition of exceptional forward-thinking designs and greater progress towards more sustainable environments. Located on Gadigal Country, The Drying Green Park is the 6,400m2 centrepiece of a network of green spaces servicing the local...
Shaping the Future: Sustainable Master Plans for Bellingen, Dorrigo and Urunga
July 4, 2024
Project Milestone
In collaboration with Cobalt Engagement, McGregor Coxall’s comprehensive and visionary master plans aim to guide the sustainable growth and development of Bellingen, Dorrigo, and Urunga CBDs over the next 20 years. With a distinct identity and environmental context, from plateaus and valleys to seaboard environments, Bellingen, Dorrigo and...
New Lookout at the Twelve Apostles Opens
July 3, 2024
Project Opening
The new lookout at the Twelve Apostles by Parks Victoria has opened to the public. Distinctive and dramatic, the lookout is perched on top of the cliffs to fully experience the scale and drama of the magnificent landscape. The design for the new lookout was developed in close collaboration with...
Inspiring Future Landscape Architects at National Saturday Club
July 2, 2024
General
McGregor Coxall Design Director, Steve Kennedy, and Graduate Landscape Architects Amy Marsden and Tanvi Khurmi, had a fantastic time leading the Designing Sustainable Cities architectural masterclass for University of Central Lancashire Art&Design Saturday Club. Students were fully immersed in the world of landscape architecture, covering everything from on-site analysis to...
Parramatta Aquatic Centre recognised at NSW Architecture awards
July 1, 2024
Awards
Parramatta Aquatic Centre won the prestigious Sulman award for public architecture at last week’s Australian Institute of Architecture NSW Awards. The project, completed in 2023, also won in the Urban Design category. It’s McGregor Coxall’s third Sulman Medal, after The Sydney Modern: Art Gallery of NSW won the award...
Recognition at RTPI South-West Awards for Planning Excellence
June 28, 2024
Awards
McGregor Coxall’s Úna Breathnach-Hifearnáin and Sophie Thomas attended the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) South-West Awards Reception this week to celebrate the shortlisting of the ‘Launceston: Safer, Greener Streets’ project in the ‘Best Plan’ category. This recognition highlights McGregor Coxall’s dedication to transforming local town centres into healthy, resilient,...
Smart Carpet Project featured in NLA’s Public London: Activating the City
June 28, 2024
Media
We’re proud to have contributed to the project directory for New London Architecture’s newly launched publication ‘Public London: Activating the city’, with the City of London: Smart Carpet project. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the London Festival of Architecture, the Public London publication and project directory looks back at...