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MortonScarr Architects
47 Middle Street
Brighton
BN1 1AL
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+44 1273 220 407

Email
[email protected]

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26.11.2022

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MortonScarr is a design-led architectural practice with offices in the centre of Brighton. Founded in 2011, we create private and commercial spaces around the needs and desires of our clients.

Through our established planning and development process, we rigorously assess potential projects to find creative and efficient ways forward. Each architectural solution is formed by a house process rather than a house style, resulting in original designs that embrace a specific set of challenges. Our work exists to be experienced. As a result, each project takes shape around the individual – and is complete only when those who use it set foot inside for the first time. With a strong track record in delivering projects, both technically and commercially, we are more than just a design practice. We make it happen.

As a RIBA Chartered Practice, we offer full services in building design, interiors and master planning. Our portfolio spans a range of sectors including residential projects for both private and developer clients, commercial, arts, education, hotels and leisure. Further capabilities include conservation design, project management, feasibility studies, statutory applications, construction information and anything else needed to visualise and realise architectural design projects.

MortonScarr was formerly known as CDMS Architects until a rebrand in 2018.
Process
RIBA – Plan of Work

The RIBA Plan of Work allows us to create our best work. It’s the definitive framework for UK architectural design projects. We use six recognised stages to guide clients from initial concept through to procurement services and final construction, reaching clear milestones along the way. Mapping out the project from day one allows us to openly discuss ideas, without restricting creativity.
Stage 0/1 – Feasibility Study

When we’re at our most creative. We begin with a feasibility study to develop a thorough project brief. This stage involves highlighting any opportunities or constraints presented by the existing site or building, and getting the ball rolling with initial concept ideas. Following a site visit, we then prepare the feasibility study report with our recommendations together with a budget cost, programme information and everything you need to move forward.
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Stage 2 – Concept Design

Refining ideas and feedback. Together, we develop the brief to create a single, preferred concept design. We then review this vision against the construction budget, assist with bringing in other outside consultants if needed, and discuss pre-application planning feedback with the Local Authority along with any other due diligence steps to make sure everyone agrees with the concept design layout in principle.
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Stage 3 – Spatial Coordination

Submitting a planning application. This is when we confirm the form of the building and the external materials. First, we develop the concept into a detailed plan, elevation and section. Design statements and reports are prepared before submitting a formal planning application to the Local Authority on your behalf. We are proactive with all planning applications, following up and keeping in close contact as things progress.
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Stage 4 – Technical Design

Focusing on the detail. Throughout the technical design stage, we lock down the practical details to prepare construction information for contractors to provide accurate costs. In coordination with other consultants, we then discharge any planning conditions, draw up full working construction drawings, specify internal and external elements, submit building control applications and agree on a timescale for the build.
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Stage 5/6 – Manufacturing, Construction and Handover

Bringing your project to life. We can oversee the construction period from the moment contractors set foot on site to the day of the final handover – how closely we are involved will depend on the type of contract. Above and beyond acting as your architect throughout the construction, we can also manage contractors, impartially administer the building contract, help to resolve any issues and prepare for a seamless completion.
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Chris Scarr
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Tom Wainewright
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Louise Halpern
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Kaissa Tait
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Alun Williams
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William Capps
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Bana Haddadin
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Luciana Gagliardi
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Tanya Todorova
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Name
Corin Morton
Role
Founder & Director
Bio
Corin Morton is a founder and director at MortonScarr. Prior to opening the practice, he worked on a number of commercial and high-end residential projects in London and the South East as well as masterplan projects overseas. He brings over 15 years of experience in the design and construction process, from new build and refurbishment projects to listed buildings. Recent commissions include the extension and development of Golders Green Crematorium, a new extension for Fabrica Visual Arts Centre in Brighton, the internal refurbishment of Brown’s Hotel in Mayfair, as well as several residential projects for private clients. He holds a BA (Hons) degree in Architecture and a DipArch Diploma in Architecture from the University of Brighton, and he is a RIBA Chartered Member.
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Chris Scarr
Role
Founder & Director
Bio
Chris Scarr is a Director at MortonScarr and co-founded the practice. Alongside his managerial position, he maintains an active role on a number of projects which range from one-off new build houses to larger mixed-use developments. In 2002 he qualified from the University of Brighton in Architectural Technology and has since built up a wealth of experience on a range of high specification residential and commercial projects both in the UK and internationally.

He manages the practice’s fast-growing developer portfolio and has overseen a series of residential and mixed-use developments across London and the South-East which vary in scale and complexity.
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Tom Wainewright
Role
Associate Architect
Bio
Associate Architect Tom Wainewright has been with the practice since 2014, following a period working in New Zealand on one off family homes. Prior to this his background was London based, primarily in education & school design. His architectural Training was undertaken at the Welsh School of Architecture, completing his professional practice qualifications at Westminster University.

With MortonScarr he has lead a number of projects, including the extension and refurbishment of Fabrica Gallery, 3 new homes in Lyme Regis, and bespoke interiors for an apartment in central London.

He became an Associate at MortonScarr in 2020 and has an active role in ensuring design quality across all projects within the office. He also leads the practice's participation with the RIBA 2030 Climate challenge.
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Louise Halpern
Role
Architect
Bio
Louise Halpern is a Project Architect with over 15 years post qualification experience in a variety of sectors including education, healthcare and residential. Her residential experience includes a £6.5m refurbishment and restoration of two substantial Grade II listed townhouses in Bryanston Square W1 for The Portman Estate, a £1m extension to a Grade II* listed private house and developer projects delivering high quality apartments in a number of London locations.

She has built good relationships with clients, project managers and consultants and has extensive site-based experience working closely with contractors to successfully deliver the client’s vision. She has delivered speeches at events at the Building Centre including Passivhaus, and Energy Efficient Buildings.

She qualified as a chartered Architect from the University of Greenwich, having completed her earlier architectural education at University of Westminster and prior to that, Kingston Polytechnic.
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Kaissa Tait
Role
Architect
Bio
Kaissa Tait is an Architect with experience across a wide range of projects and sectors both locally and overseas, including a year working for Malaysian eco-architect Ken Yeang in Kuala Lumpur. Within MortonScarr she has been responsible for a range of projects including one-off private homes, small-scale housing developer schemes, and a complex flatted scheme in Peckham. She is a fully qualified ARB registered Architect with a Masters from the University of Dundee, and participates in the RIBA South East mentoring scheme as mentor to students from Brighton University.
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Alun Williams
Role
Architect
Bio
Alun joined MortonScarr at the end of 2021. He studied at the Welsh School of Architecture and Greenwich University before qualifying as an Architect at the RIBA North West in 2018.

Prior to joining the practice, he worked at two AJ Top 100 firms in Central London, focussing mainly on medium to large scale commercial projects, two of which would go on to receive national awards.
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William Capps
Role
Architectural Assistant
Bio
Will joined MortonScarr in 2022 and has recently completed his Part 3 studies at the University of Westminster. Prior to this, he graduated with a First-Class masters degree from the University of Sheffield with a special commendation from the Universities Climate Action Committee for a contextual and environmentally driven thesis project.

Before Joining MortonScarr, he worked for Stirling prize winning practices in London gaining a varied experience in a number of sectors including Cultural, Education, and infrastructure. Within MortonScarr he has been involved in a range of projects including the extension and refurbishment of multiple private residences and a complex subterranean exhibition space.
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Bana Haddadin
Role
Architectural Assistant
Bio
Bana is a Part II Architectural Assistant and joined Mortonscarr in summer of 2022. She was born an raised in Jordan and moved to the UK in 2017 to complete her Part I and Part II qualifications at the University of Kent.

Her passion for arts and design drives her love for architecture. During her studies, her projects drew inspiration from the work of artists. One of her projects was inspired by the works of colour field painters. The project used the visual impact of colour to strategically orchestrate spatial sequence and visual tectonics. Bana aims to create spaces that link the roles of art and architecture in society.
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Luciana Gagliardi
Role
Architectural Assistant
Bio
Luciana studied her BA(Hons) Part I at the University of Kent, graduating in 2020. After completing work experience within London studios, she then completed her M.Arch Part II at the University of Kent, receiving a distinction for her dissertation project about biomimicry in Architecture. Luciana joined MortonScarr in the summer 2022.

Luciana was born and raised in Argentina, and has also lived in the USA for a number of years. Her interest in architecture sparked from living abroad and being able to gain insight into the culture and lifestyles of various people. Observing people native to different places, she became intrigued by architecture and its relationship with its users. She has found satisfaction in designing art that is also functional to the user’s needs.
Name
Tanya Todorova
Role
Architectural Assistant
Bio
Tanya is a Part 1 Architectural Assistant. She joined MortonScarr in 2021 after graduating from the University of Nottingham with a First-Class degree.

During her studies, Tanya was striving to find imaginative responses to both the challenges and opportunities presented by the brief, the site and the specific circumstances of the projects.

Her objective was the making of spaces and buildings which are simultaneously creative, practical and beautiful, resulting in architecture which supports and enriches the society which it serves.
Telephone
+44 1273 220 407
Email
[email protected]
Address
MortonScarr Architects 47 Middle Street Brighton BN1 1AL
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