Fiona McLean

Director

MA(Hons) DipArch RIBA RIAS CSD

Fiona established McLean Quinlan in 1982 and brings over 40 years of experience in sensitive, crafted residential design. She has earned widespread recognition and acclaim for her work.

As a member of RIBA, RIAS, and CSD, Fiona's extensive knowledge in both old and new building construction, coupled with her design philosophy emphasising integrity and dedication, reflects the practice's core values. Her leadership and commitment to excellence continue to shape MQ’s direction, culture, and design ethos.

Kate Quinlan

Director

BArch(Hons) DipArch RIBA RIAS

Kate, a director at McLean Quinlan since 2006, plays a pivotal role in leading projects that focus on sustainability and sensitive design. Kate oversees complex planning and team coordination, ensuring that each project meets the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Recognised for her work on notable projects such as Jackson Hole and Devon Passivhaus, Kate is a member of ARB, RIBA, and RIAS. Kate is currently leading several high-profile hospitality and residential projects.

Alastair Bowden

Director

BSc(Hons) DipArch RIBA RIAS

Alastair has been a director at McLean Quinlan since 2008. He leads the practice’s sustainability ambitions, championing Passivhaus and low carbon construction, and ensuring every project exceeds environmental standards. Known for his strategic approach and eye for detail, Alastair has led teams on several award-winning projects.

Alastair’s expertise in sustainable architecture and innovative design continues to shape the firm’s work, delivering exceptional quality and environmental performance. In 2019, he was awarded the RIBA South East Awards Project Architect of the Year.

Tim Gentry

Associate

BA(Hons) DipArch RIBA

Tim joined McLean Quinlan in 2015 and became an Associate in 2023. With a background in Furniture Design from Loughborough University and architectural expertise from the RIBA Studio, he excels in sustainable, craft-focused design.

He has led multiple MQ projects including a low energy houses in London and Devon, and a home within a listed arboretum. He currently leads the design of a low carbon home in Nottinghamshire, a Passivhaus in a greenbelt and AONB, both exemplifying exceptional sustainability and design.

Tim co-leads the development of the office’s Project Management Initiatives, ensuring consistency of delivery across the practice. A member of ARB and RIBA, his work has been showcased at various galleries including TENT London.

Will Mouland

Associate

BA(Hons) MArch RIBA

Will is an architect with extensive experience in residential, as well as hospitality, and luxury retail projects. He has led teams through various project stages, focusing on delivering high-quality outcomes with an emphasis on local craftsmanship and materiality. His work has earned several prestigious awards, including the RIBA South Award and BHA Small House of the Year.

Will also co-leads McLean Quinlan’s Professional Practice Group, with responsibility for the practice quality system, and procedures, including health and safety compliance. He became an Associate in 2023.

Emma Reeves

Senior Architect

BSc(Hons) MArch

Emma is an experienced architect with a passion for craftsmanship and sustainability. Educated at the Welsh School of Architecture in Cardiff, she has extensive experience with rural and listed buildings, community projects, and high performance new build homes. Emma excels in managing projects from design through to construction, emphasising sustainable methods and Passivhaus standards.

Notable projects include a sustainable timber frame home, a community education centre, and the transformation of a heritage farmstead. Currently, she is working on a harbour front home and a remodelled family farmstead. Emma is ARB registered.

Nicola Mullard

Senior Architect

BSc(Hons) MArch

Nikki is an accomplished architect with experience in multiple sectors, and a particular expertise in residential design. A graduate of the Welsh School of Architecture her interest lies in environmentally and socially responsible design, creating timeless spaces that are adaptable to the changing needs of their users.

Her portfolio includes Passivhaus standard projects that prioritise low embodied energy construction. She is developing our toolkit of sustainable construction techniques that combine both traditional and innovative building technologies.

Nikki oversees the McLean Quinlan software development team and leads the BIM strategy and implementation within the practice.

Emily Johnson

Senior Architect

BSc(Hons) MArch

Emily is an ARB-registered architect with particular expertise in managing complex consultant teams and delivering precise, crafted details. She leads projects from concept to completion, ensuring ambitious ideas are realised with care and clarity. Her work is guided by a rigorous approach to design, developed at the University of Bath, and a keen focus on how materials meet and come together on site.

Emily is also Vice Chair of the RIBA Hampshire committee, where she organises events for the local architecture community and champions best practice across the profession.

Lorna MacLeod

Architect

BA(Hons) MArch

Lorna is an architect whose work focuses on crafted residential design rooted in landscape, materiality and a sense of place. She works across all project stages, from early concept to construction, combining design precision with an appreciation for natural materials and local craft techniques.

Her experience spans both new build and restoration projects, including Wimbledon Cottage, the refurbishment of a listed home, and Galicia House, a new residence on Spain’s north-west coast.

Alongside her architectural role, Lorna leads McLean Quinlan’s communications and creative direction, overseeing photography, publications and the practice’s visual storytelling. Her approach links design and narrative, shaping how the studio’s work is presented and experienced.

She is an ARB-registered architect and completed her qualifications at The Bartlett, UCL.

Robert Overton

Architect

BA(Hons) MArch

Rob is an ARB-registered architect with extensive experience in high-end residential projects, particularly within sensitive areas such as National Landscapes, SSSIs, Green Belts and National Parks, as well as Paragraph 84 projects in the open countryside.

He also has experience in high-end refurbishment in central London, new build Passivhaus dwellings, and projects in the USA, Canada and central Europe.

Rob believes strongly in sustainability, using the latest renewable and building technologies to create homes that are efficient, while responding to their local area through form, materiality, light and shade.

Holly Poulton

Architect

BA(Hons) MArch

Holly is an Architect at McLean Quinlan. She graduated with distinction from the University of Edinburgh, where she completed her Master’s in Architecture. Her work includes bespoke residential and hospitality projects in sensitive settings, from a Paragraph 84 home beside a Scheduled Monument to a replacement dwelling overlooking a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

She is currently leading the delivery of a contemporary coastal property and managing complex planning applications, including a hospitality venue within a National Park. Holly was nominated for the RIAS Architecture and Design Scotland Urban Design Award in 2020.

Hamraj Singh

Architectural Assistant

BSc (Hons) MArch

Hamraj is an Architectural Assistant who completed his undergraduate studies at the University of the West of England and his Master’s at Cardiff University, where his thesis explored the relationship between music and film with the built environment.

He has experience across multiple RIBA stages, from large-scale stadia to smaller, detail-focused projects.

Hamraj sees architecture as a form of storytelling. Each space is shaped by its context, users and construction. He aims to create meaningful, well-crafted environments that truly serve the people who inhabit them.

Jessica Payne

Graphics and Communications Manager

BA(Hons) Graphic Design

Jessica manages McLean Quinlan’s communications and visual content, shaping the studio’s visual language and overseeing written material across print, digital, and press.

A Kingston School of Art graduate with First Class Honours, she brings a concept-led approach and a passion for sustainable design. She translates architectural ideas into considered, well-crafted messaging, exploring how storytelling shapes the way each project is experienced.

Penelope Andrews

Studio Manager

BA(Hons)

Penelope is the dynamic Studio Manager at McLean Quinlan, bringing a wealth of experience in executive support, studio and team management.

Her role is instrumental in ensuring the seamless operation and organisation of our studio environment, identifying process improvements and providing support to enhance efficiency and productivity. With a background in textiles, carpentry, and craft, Penelope combines her administration skills with a keen eye for design.

Gail Morrissey

Finance Manager

BA(Hons) ACMA

Gail is a consummate Finance Manager with over 12 years of experience in the architecture and design sector. She holds a BA(Hons) in Business Studies and is a qualified accountant with ACMA and CGMA certifications.

She enjoys working with a talented and enthusiastic team, finding inspiration in the beautiful buildings they create, and ensure’s the smooth operation of the practice’s finances.