Construction News

05/12/2011

William Lippe Architects Appoint Associate

A leading North east architecture and space planning firm has announced the appointment of a new associate to the team.

Eleanor Alexander has become associate and team leader at William Lippe Architects. Eleanor joined the Inverurie-based practice as an architectural assistant in 2003 and took on the role of architect in 2009.

Notable projects she has been involved in to date include an extension to the hall at Alford’s Howe Trinity Church, an extension to the visitor experience centre at Craigellachie’s Macallan distillery, a housing development in Aboyne and the award-nominated Les Enfants nursery in Inverurie.

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Commenting on the news, William Lippe said: “We are delighted that Eleanor has progressed to the role of associate within our company and we look forward to her playing a key role in the future of the practice.”

Founded in 1985, the company employs 13 staff and provides top quality, professional architectural, space planning and associated services from inception to completion to residential and commercial clients throughout Scotland.

(GK)

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