About

Architecture that explores beyond the confines of predictability

Maurice earned his Master of Arts (MA) from the Royal College of Art and a first-class bachelor's degree from the Glasgow School of Art, where he won numerous awards for his theoretical work and drawing. After his education, for many years he designed and oversaw the construction of high-profile, award-winning projects while working for Sir David Chipperfield, Michael Wilford CBE, and Stephen Hodder MBE.

In 2003 he established his studio in the Northern Quarter of Manchester City centre with a clear intention: to develop and explore a personal philosophy of architecture. To build.

The practice tends to attract creative clients who have a strong desire to build something exceptional. Maurice's work is published globally by magazines such as The Architects Journal, Dezeen and Building Design.

Education

Royal College of Art, London — 1993
Glasgow School of Art — 1990

Previous Practice

David Chipperfield Architects
Michael Wilford & Partners
Hodder Associates

Location

Manchester, UK
Projects across the North West, London and internationally

Teaching

Maurice has been involved in architectural education since the mid 90's. He has lectured and taught at the Architectural Association and the Bartlett School of Architecture and the University of Westminster. Holding part time lecturer positions at Manchester School of Architecture, Liverpool John Moores University, University of Salford, Leeds Beckett University and the University of Bolton. He was External Examiner at Nottingham Trent University for five years.

Art

Maurice has always drawn, painted and made sculpture. In 2019 his sculptures were exhibited at Bury Art Museum curated by Tony Trehy. Maurice and Tony subsequently collaborated on a book of drawings and poetry. Tony is also writing a novel for which Maurice has designed a fictional art gallery.

Media

Maurice has appeared in a few television programs for Channel 4 and Granada TV with Kevin McCloud, George Clarke, Damion Burrows and Paul Crone.

Publications

Maurice has appeared in and written many pieces for the Architects Journal. His work has been published in three books about architecture — New Work, New Workspace by Ruth Slavid, Twenty First Century Architecture in Manchester by the Modernist Society and Transformations by Urban Splash.

Recognition

Manchester Society of Architects — Building of the Year 2012

Manchester Chamber of Commerce — Building of the Year 2012

Northern Design Awards — Best Innovative Design 2012

Architects Journal Small Projects Award — Shortlisted 2007

RIBA Competition Winner — with Sir David Adjaye 2007

Featured Designer — Urban Splash