Managerial transition for architects practice
The founding partners of Yorkshire-based firm, Nicholson Nairn Architects, have stepped down from day-to-day duties.
This is three years on from Chris Barr’s management buy-in of the business.
Founding partners Tony Nicholson and Garfield Nairn originally set the company up in 1991, building the business from scratch and sustaining its success for three decades.
The pair have transitioned to part time involvement and support during the hand over period, and they will remain as consultants to the practice which has offices in Otley, North Yorkshire, and in Newcastle.
A spokesman for the company said: “The last three years have brought significant change and growth.
“All targets set in 2017 have been surpassed, notably with a 100% turnover increase and the opening of a new studio in Yorkshire.
“The end of the transition period marks the formal implementation of a new management team and with it, a series of promotions.
“Going forward, Chris Barr – managing director – will be supported in the management of the practice by Gary Wilson, Peter Elder, Philippa Ramsay and Chris Heal.
“Gary Wilson, who heads Yorkshire operations has been promoted to associate director, with Peter Elder and Philippa Ramsay becoming associates of the business.
“Senior architect Chris Heal, who joined the practice earlier in the year, completes the management team, bringing with him invaluable experience from prestigious southern practices.
“Despite the current global challenges, NNA’s strategic direction remains firmly on course.
“A healthy project book – both live and in the pipeline – makes for an exciting new chapter. NNA boast a talented team and the whole NNA family are committed to the continued success and growth of the practice.”
