Founded in 2011, MCW Architects is an award-winning practice based in Cambridge, dedicated to designing high-quality, sustainable architecture that positively impacts people’s lives.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As architects, we recognise our responsibility in addressing the climate crisis and are committed to designing buildings that minimise environmental impact while maximising energy efficiency, resilience, and user well-being. Whether through innovative retrofit strategies for historic structures or designing new buildings that incorporate the latest advancements in sustainable materials and energy efficiency, we strive to lead by example in the transition towards a more sustainable built environment.
Our team brings together a wealth of experience, with founders Colin Moses, Murdoch Cameron, and Peter Williams leading the practice alongside Associate Directors Lien Geens, Paula Mejia-Wright, and Hien Nguyen. Over the past decade, we have built strong relationships with forward-thinking institutions and organisations, particularly in the Higher Education sector, where our expertise has been recognised with industry accolades such as the Building Design Higher Education Architect of the Year 2023 award.
At MCW, we believe that truly sustainable architecture begins with a fundamental respect for place and purpose. Our projects are never driven by trends or arbitrary design choices; instead, each is a considered response to the unique challenges and aspirations of our clients. We take a holistic approach, ensuring that sustainability is not just an added feature but an integral part of the design process - addressing energy performance, material selection, and long-term adaptability from the outset.
Our work spans strategic estate masterplanning and individual building design, with an emphasis on creating long-term value for our clients. Many of our projects emerge from lasting partnerships, reflecting the trust we have built through consistently delivering innovative and practical solutions. We are proud that our clients return to us time and again, knowing they can rely on our expertise to guide them through growth and change in a way that is both forward-thinking and responsible.
At MCW Architects, sustainability is not an afterthought; it is the foundation of our practice. We remain dedicated to designing buildings that are as intelligent as they are beautiful, as functional as they are forward-thinking, and as responsible as they are inspiring.
