Build Architecture Awards 2016

2016 Architecture Awards Build 51 Company: Collective Design Name: Mr Simon Mcilwraith Email: [email protected] Web address: www.collective-design.co.uk Address: 98-100 Alderman Fenwick House Pilgrim Street Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 6SQ Telephone: +44 (0)7766883798 ollective design specialises in creating the very best bars, restaurants, nightclubs and retail environments in the United Kingdom. Simon outlines the firm’s passion for design and innovation. “At Collective design every square inch of design matters. We create beau- tiful interiors that are sustainable and last. We pride ourselves on exciting, cutting edge concepts which are at the forefront of interior style.” The firm offer a full architectural drawing package from concept through to completions, including gaining costings from contractors, produce planning applications, on-site assistance, branding and solutions to the leisure industry. Over the past two years Simon’s practice has doubled in size and looks set to grow further in 2017, as he is keen to emphasise. “Moving forward, Collective are keen to expand and increase their presence in London during the next year as well as designing more projects further abroad. We are currently working on a new Pizza restaurant concept called Central oven + Shaker which is due to open late September 2016 as well as working on new projects for Tapas Revolution and a number of other bars and restaurants throughout the U.K.” Ultimately Simon believes his success in today’s market is due to his com- mercial awareness and an undisputed passion for great design, originality and creativity. “Collective design have the very highest standards. Through innovation and quality, looking to break the mould and redefine expectations, use their expertise to develop outstanding schemes which are both imaginative and bespoke yet operationally work and where every detail is considered and possibility investigated.” Best Bespoke Interior Designer - UK Collective design is a ground breaking interior design practice which strives for excellence in the commercial world, as Simon Mcilwraith explains. C AR160096