HIGHLIGHTS

In 2009 Simon Smithson and Jonathan Wilson established "think architecture+design" born out of their close working relationship developed over a period of 15 years together at careyjones architects. Having developed a reputation for the design and delivery of innovative buildings and masterplans think architecture+design will allow Simon and Jonathan to build on their creative partnership, draw from shared experience and allow the continued pursuit of their passion for architecture and design.

In September think architecture+design took office space in Leeds LS1 and commenced working on leisure, retail and residential feasibility studies together with a couple of architectural competitions.

One of the competitions entered was for marina facilities in Galway and invited design ideas based around a brief for multi-use facilities. The brief for the other competition called for design proposals on a vacant riverside site in Leeds. Both competitions were useful vehicles allowing Simon and Jonathan to re-engage with fellow consultants in the design and preparation of these two submissions.