MD steps down at Derby architect and town planner as duo promoted to board
Derby-based town planner and architect Planning & Design Practice has added two new directors to its board.
Specialist conservation architect Lindsay Cruddas and chartered town planner Michael Bamford join Richard Pigott and Jon Millhouse as directors.
Cruddas said: “After leading the architectural team for over six years I’m delighted to be appointed as a director. The change in the company reinforces our practice core values that planning and architecture go hand in hand to make spaces better for the people who live in and use them. We are all excited to assist our clients in developing new and exciting projects.”
Bamford added: “I am excited to be a part of the next chapter in the future of Planning & Design. We have seen considerable growth over the past two years within the Yorkshire region as well as across the country and I look forward to working with the team to continue to deliver projects we are proud of.”
The news coincides with the announcement that Planning & Design’s founder Jonathan Jenkin is stepping down as managing director to work part time in a consultancy role.
He said: “In order to strike a better work/life balance I am stepping back to work part-time. The new directors are talented and ambitious, they will bring fresh drive and capability to the company and this change represents an important milestone.
“I wish the new board every success and as they represent all aspects of the company’s business, I am confident that the company has a bright future as leaders in architecture and town planning. This is certainly not a goodbye from me, and I look forward to my new role as chairman of the board, and the opportunities it presents to strengthen relationships with our key clients as well as develop new ones.”
