We are pleased to announce the appointment of Marion Room as a Director.

Room, who has previously worked at tp bennett, Sheppard Robson and BDP, is an accomplished architect with a career spanning over 20 years and a proven track record of successfully leading design projects across higher education, healthcare, residential and commercial.

In her new role, Room will help to continue growing our presence in key business areas including science, healthcare and advanced manufacturing, as well as looking for opportunities to reinforce our position in commercial and workplace. Room will also provide mentoring for the junior team and promote our commitment to knowledge sharing and talent development through presentations at industry events and to Architecture and Design students at universities across the UK.

Mark Adey, FDG’s managing director, said: “We are excited to welcome Marion to FDG where we feel she will make a positive contribution to our team and the knowledge-led services we offer to our clients. Her expertise across a number of industries, as well as her specialism in sustainability, was a big draw for us as we look to further enhance our position within a busy marketplace and diversify our sector capabilities.”

Room added: “The Fairhursts Design Group is synonymous with Manchester’s built environment and has a reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable designs throughout the UK and abroad thanks to its network of regional offices. I am very happy to be joining the business and look forward to helping the team continue to create spaces that innovative and inspire.”