Edward Norman ARB/ FRSA

Architect/ Design Director/ Artist

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Edward Norman ARB/ FRSA

Design Director/ Architect/ Artist

Edward Norman is an architect with more than 30 years' experience contributing to complex residential, civic and mixed-use projects within leading international practices. He brings strong design judgement, technical understanding and collaborative project experience across all stages of architectural work, supporting teams through design development, coordination and delivery.

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Alsop ArchitectsAssociate Director 1998-2013

Following a direct referral from The Bartlett, Edward joined Will Alsop's studio, working closely with Will Alsop and the practice's senior leadership team across the UK and Canada. Over a fifteen-year period he contributed to and led the development of award-winning residential, cultural, transport and mixed-use projects, combining strong conceptual thinking with technical delivery and client engagement.

Notable projects included the RIBA Award-winning Chips Building in Manchester, where Edward played a key role in the architectural and interior design development of the landmark mixed-use residential scheme; the Headingley Carnegie Pavilion for Yorkshire County Cricket Club, combining hospitality, events and spectator facilities within a contemporary sporting venue; Pioneer Village Station in Toronto; a hotel proposal within OMA's masterplan for Almere; and the winning competition entry for Heron Quays DLR Station in London.

Working within one of the UK's most influential design studios, Edward developed a design-led approach that continues to inform his work across architecture, interiors, hospitality and cultural projects today.

Chips Building, Manchester. Client: Urban Splash. Receiving RIBA North West ward

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