People

Nick is the token scouser of the practice; he has a small obsession with tomato sauce and Fred Perry and loves his football and tennis. Nick is currently a Part 1 year out student gaining experience through 5plus.

Piotr is passionate about complex challenges. Having been recently inspired by a Frank Zappa quote 'Writing about music is like dancing about architecture' he enthusiastically started an adventure of interpreting his architectural experience through swing dancing. Watch this space...

Alex enjoys  both the practical and theoretical side of architecture.  When possible bringing his interest in Film and Illustration together to help develop a vibrant approach to any project.

Ruth is a graduate of University College Dublin. Having worked in Dublin she joined 5plus in 2011 and has enjoyed working on a variety of projects across several typologies.

If you can’t get Wolf on the phone he may be backpacking on another continent. When around, he is running projects in our London office.

David is a frustrated professional cyclist, with a slightly less frustrated passion for architecture and design. David leads the London Office.

Andrea Cesati has previously worked for major architectural practices and has over 14 years international experience in the planning and implementation stages of urban regeneration, mixed-use commercial, residential, corporate and leisure projects

Catherine recently joined 5plus in 2011, having previously worked in Belfast, Dublin and Auckland. With a holistic approach to design she is looking forward to broadening her experience and being part of the 5plus team.

As a member of the Manchester School of Architecture alumni, Jesse took advantage of the school’s more creative and progressive divisions. As a recent addition to the studio, Jesse is keen to develop on his foundation of contemporary approaches in architecture.

A Liverpool fan the wrong side of the tracks, John can appreciate context even if that means being surrounded by everything Manchester – even United! John believes architecture is about the opportunity for improvement to the lives of everyone.

John loves cycling and races road bikes as part of a well drilled north west cycling team. As a Project Architect John applies the same rules of leadership and team coordination that brings him and his team success on the road.

Phil sits on the Northern Chapter Committee of the British Council for Offices (BCO), and is also a BCO Regional Awards judge. Phil’s key expertise is in providing strategic architectural advice and direction to complex developments. This expertise is founded on many years experience in leading the design and delivery of numerous award winning projects.

Claire likes to waken the office in the mornings by subjecting the staff to what she considers to be 'proper music'. Unfortunately no one else appreciates Iron Maiden at that time, or any time of day come to think of it.

Michelle has a strong passion for branding, design and her Mac. Michelle heads up the Graphic Design arm of 5plus, and enjoys delivering successful graphic solutions that fit the clients brief.

A little bit of this and little bit of that…If Kieran is not being all things techincal through the construction design stages, he’s usually found in the server cupboard brainstorming the next techno craze……

Carly's interest in architecture survived her fathers relentless identification of the different brick bonds on any family outing and was finally sealed when given a book on Frank Lloyd Wright's houses.

Nina is currently training hard for the Manchester 10k to beat her time from last year. Whilst at the same time enjoying working on several exciting interior jobs currently on site.

As office manager, Lee ensures that the office is clean and tidy for staff and visitors and that the daily running of the office is as smooth as possible. Lee is also our historical consultant on projects concerning listed buildings and conservation areas.

Claire pays as much attention to detail in her architecture as she does her baking. She is strangely proud of the airport geek that has emerged in her through working in the aviation sector.

Jon loves his cervélo, LCD sound systems and his family but not necessarily in that order. As a leader of the internal design review process, Jon has managed the design of many of 5plus’s projects.

Paul is a director of 5plus who loves a cup of tea and a chocolate biscuit. The combination of young children and managing the Trafford Town Hall project keep him busy.

With a penchant for music, architecture, Ukrainian 1970's art house SciFi movies and cycling; Jack is a part time architectural assistant and a full time Masters student involved in the design process of a range of projects here at 5plus Architects.

Ciarán is currently working on the Trafford Town Hall project, who is Flybe’s favourite customer clocking up air miles to travel back to Ireland to play Gaelic Football for his home club – he gets noticeably agitated when anyone borrows his iPad!

Currently the owner of the tidiest desk in the office, Arron has a uniquely focused taste in music from Manchester, and enjoys being creative with his camera. Arron is continuing his studies at Sheffield Hallam University on a part time basis

Adam established 5plus Architects with fellow directors in 2010 and since then seems to spend all his time in the office multi-tasking. When allowed out, there’s usually training for the Manchester 10k run or another room to decorate in his house.

Rhys has been involved in several projects from inception, to completion with a keen interest in sustainability.  Rhys enjoys running marathons and is currently training for is the Greater Manchester Marathon.