Meet the Team
Here at Constructive Thinking Studio, we always strive to push the boundaries of architectural design. As a forward-thinking architectural practice, we bring together the best professionals and creative minds.
We are a collective of designers with diverse backgrounds and wide-ranging complementary skills, united by a common adventurous spirit and desire to enhance the built environment sustainably.
We are always interested in hearing from talented architects, technologists and surveyors.
If you have a passion for sustainability and are interested in joining our vibrant team please send your CV to [email protected]
Jon Moorhouse
CEO
Jon Moorhouse
CEO
I am a designer, academic, policy entrepreneur and zero carbon advocate responsible for driving practice innovation. Ultra running and skiing use the rest of my energy.
Hannah Moorhouse
Finance Director
Hannah Moorhouse
Finance Director
I oversee finance within the office. Having lived and breathed the self-build process over many years, outside work I enjoy triathlons, trail running and walks in the hills with my dogs.
Nick Wilde
Practice Director
Nick Wilde
Practice Director
Practice Director and studio design lead. Explorer of technological innovation and the urban environment, king of the diagram.
Enjoys running, the charms of beer and old Italian scooters…
Gonzalo Vaquero De Wenetz
Architect
Gonzalo Vaquero De Wenetz
Architect
I'm a passionate Architect and BIM Manager involved in various range of projects. I am interested in the intersection of design with technology, implementing the latest trends in the AEC industry. Based in Madrid, outside of work I love sports, especially skiing, adventure motorbiking, and traveling with family, friends and my dog, Zermatt.
Yashna Calleechurn
Associate Architect
Yashna Calleechurn
Associate Architect
As a recently qualified RIBA Chartered architect, I have studied at the University of Liverpool for both my BA and MArch courses. I love to travel and looking after my village on Animal Crossing. I enjoy reading in my spare time and currently aspiring to improve my PB at Park Run and swimming.
Adam Hill
Associate Architect
Adam Hill
Associate Architect
My interests lie in how environmental and social sustainability alongside circularity can be interwoven with design; whilst achieving longevity through adaptation. I studied at the University of Liverpool, followed by a Masters in Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences at TU Delft in The Netherlands. My experience covers a range of sectors including commercial, zero carbon and residential. In my free time, I can be found in the outdoors or playing badminton.
Emily Niven
Associate Architect
Emily Niven
Associate Architect
I studied both my BA and MArch at the University of Liverpool. I am particularly interested in sustainable design and organise educational events as part of the Liverpool Architecture Foundation committee. Outside of architecture, I love sport – especially football which I’ve played for years.
Sophie Chappel
Part III Architectural assistant
Sophie Chappel
Part III Architectural assistant
Studied for a Masters in Architecture at the Manchester School of Architecture, loves a bit of BBC Radio 2’s Pop master and Yorkshire tea!
Joe Watkins
Architect
Joe Watkins
Architect
I studied at the University of Dundee for my BA and the University of Liverpool for my MArch, and recently have successfully qualified as a RIBA Chartered architect. I have experience across a variety of sectors including commercial, residential, and conservation; and I am always looking for a new challenge to delve into. Outside of work, I like to paint and am a keen surfer.
Justin Tan
Architectural designer
Justin Tan
Architectural designer
Justin joined Constructive Thinking as a Part II Architectural Assistant in 2022.
As our Sustainability manager, Justin has experience in designing commercial and domestic developments with an emphasis on sustainability, diversity, and inclusivity.
Justin enjoys playing the violin in his spare time and his favorite composers are Tchaikovsky and Dvorak. Justin is also fully committed to his fluffy cat who is non-binary and gender-neutral.
Magdalena Szatkowska
Architect
Magdalena Szatkowska
Architect
I am a BArch and Master of Science, Engineer, and Architect graduate at Gdansk University of Technology in Poland and as a part of my Double Degree also a Master of Arts at HAWK in Hildesheim, Germany. I am passionate about sustainable and social architecture; my experience lies in domestic alterations and extensions.
Learning foreign languages comes easily to me. My other hobbies are horse riding, dancing, and snowboarding but for now, I am developing photography skills for my two little daughters.
Will Sarginson
Architectural assistant
Will Sarginson
Architectural assistant
Studied BA at the University of Liverpool. I spend my free time drawing and make a smashing cup of tea.
Stephen Shields
Architectural Technologist
Stephen Shields
Architectural Technologist
I Studied my Bsc in Architectural Technologies at Liverpool's John Moores University and Love a bit of PC Gaming and diving into new technology that appears.
Will Jackson
Part I Architectural assistant
Will Jackson
Part I Architectural assistant
I studied my BA at the University of Liverpool and since, have found a particular interest in architectural rendering. I spend my free time either rowing, trying out food places or baking bread. I am yet to make any type of bread that the office won’t finish!
Sarah Dinsmore
Part I Architectural assistant
Sarah Dinsmore
Part I Architectural assistant
Recently graduated with a BA at the University of Liverpool. Likes to keep up with women's football, especially the Liverpool ladies and enjoys bouldering indoors and out.
Abi Whitmore
Part I Architectural assistant
Abi Whitmore
Part I Architectural assistant
I studied for my BA at the University of Liverpool. Before coming to do my degree I worked as a ceramic artist back home in Wales. Outside of work I love spending time with my beautiful niece and walking my fluffy (and cheeky) dog Ludo.
Beth Williams
Part I Architectural assistant
Beth Williams
Part I Architectural assistant
I recently graduated with a BA from the University of Liverpool. I am passionate about furniture design, especially chairs and a few other interests of mine include knitting, double denim and diet coke.
Clare Webster
Operations Manager
Clare Webster
Operations Manager
I am overseeing operations and project management bringing 20 years of experience with me. I love cats, quizzes, American Football and a nice hot cup of tea.