Business Details
Award-Winning Brighton Architects Delivering Innovative Design Solutions
Morgan Carn Architects, founded over 60 years ago, is a leading architectural practice based in Brighton. Our team of five directors leads a skilled group of architects, designers, and technologists, delivering projects of all scales nationwide and internationally. We specialise in overcoming complex site challenges, including restrictive planning policies and environmental constraints. With expertise in office developments, residential schemes, and community projects, we utilise BIM technology and mobile devices to enhance client collaboration.Our proactive approach has secured awards and successful outcomes for clients ranging from national developers to local authorities. As a Royal Institute of British Architects Chartered Practice, we adhere to the highest professional standards while fostering innovation and sustainability in every project.
Services
Office Developments
Residential & Mixed-Use Developments
Bespoke One-Off Houses
Hotels
Schools
Churches
Community & Leisure Projects
Passivhaus Design
BREEAM Assessments
Principal Designer Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of architectural expertise in Brighton and beyond
- Our team of five directors leads a pool of skilled professionals
- Specialists in unlocking potential of complex sites with planning challenges
- Utilise BIM and mobile technology for efficient project delivery
- Award-winning practice with proven success in innovative designs
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- Passive House Institute
- BREEAM
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates innovative solutions for residential and commercial projects. We specialise in transforming challenging sites into functional spaces while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our team combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver award-winning designs that meet planning requirements and client needs. With over six decades of experience, we ensure every project reflects both modern trends and timeless quality.
BIM Consultancy
BIM consultancy services enhance project efficiency through advanced digital modelling. We use Building Information Modelling to coordinate construction information and produce visualisations. This technology enables real-time collaboration with clients using mobile devices, improving decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Our BIM expertise ensures accurate documentation and streamlined construction processes for complex developments.
Planning Consultancy
Planning consultancy focuses on securing permissions for challenging projects. We specialise in Paragraph 79 houses requiring outstanding architectural solutions. Our team navigates complex regulations to achieve approvals for sites with environmental constraints. With proven success in Brighton and beyond, we provide strategic guidance to transform difficult proposals into approved developments that meet local authority requirements.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable design integrates eco-friendly principles into every project stage. We deliver Passivhaus-certified buildings and BREEAM Excellent-rated schemes through energy-efficient strategies. Our approach balances environmental responsibility with functional requirements, reducing long-term operational costs. From material selection to energy systems, we create buildings that minimise environmental impact while maintaining architectural excellence.
Principal Designer
As Principal Designers under CDM regulations, we coordinate health and safety throughout projects. Our role ensures compliance with legal requirements while maintaining design integrity. We manage risk assessments and coordinate design teams to deliver safe, efficient developments. This service provides clients with expert oversight from concept to completion, ensuring both safety standards and project goals are achieved.
People
Terry Burdett
Director
Terry Burdett leads architectural projects with over 30 years of experience in complex developments. He specialises in navigating planning challenges and delivering innovative designs that meet client needs while maintaining regulatory compliance across diverse project types.
Mike Ford
Director
Mike Ford brings extensive expertise in sustainable architecture and BIM implementation. He oversees digital design processes and coordinates multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, technologically advanced solutions for commercial and residential developments across the UK and international markets.
Kevin Heaver
Director
Kevin Heaver specialises in community and leisure projects, combining technical knowledge with stakeholder engagement skills. He manages large-scale developments requiring public consultation and ensures designs meet both functional requirements and local authority standards.
John McLean
Director
John McLean focuses on educational architecture with a track record of successful school projects. He understands institutional clients' needs and delivers spaces that enhance learning environments while maintaining budgetary and regulatory compliance across multiple award-winning developments.
Stephen Short
Director
Stephen Short leads commercial developments with expertise in mixed-use schemes. He manages complex urban regeneration projects, balancing commercial viability with design excellence to deliver sustainable developments that enhance cityscapes and meet market demands.
Questions
What areas do Morgan Carn Architects operate in?
We work across Brighton & Hove, Sussex, throughout the UK, and on selected international projects, with particular expertise in urban regeneration and coastal developments.
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including design, planning applications, BIM coordination, sustainable design, and principal designer responsibilities under CDM regulations for diverse project types.
Are you qualified to handle complex planning cases?
Yes, we specialise in challenging planning applications including Paragraph 79 houses, with a proven track record of securing permissions for sites with environmental or policy constraints.
What accreditations does your practice hold?
We are a Royal Institute of British Architects Chartered Practice with specialists in Passivhaus design and BREEAM assessments, ensuring the highest standards in sustainable architecture.
How do you use technology in your projects?
We utilise BIM for coordinated design and mobile technology for client collaboration, creating advanced visualisations and streamlining information exchange throughout the project lifecycle.
