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Introduction
This project presents a remarkable We are delighted to have been invited to submit this expression of
opportunity to define the long term intent for interest for Project Birchwood. We have structured this document in
the campus at MSP – fusing a vision for the response to your selection criteria.
business with a connected pattern for future The successful design team for this challenging and exciting project
growth that will provide a robust but flexible must bring collective and relevant experience along with creative
enthusiasm and genuine commitment- our team provides these key
framework- able to adapt to emerging needs characteristics.
of an ever changing market.
This document explains our background, our proposed core team
We believe we should feel ‘at home at work’. along with a narrative covering relevant project experience and also
outlining our understanding of what this exercise is all about.
A home which can offer a truly supportive For us designing with clients is a process of exploration. Listening
and asking questions to gain a true understanding, followed by
and stimulating environment in which to carry generating ideas, testing and evaluation of options and alternative
out world leading research, encouraging and solutions. It should be a ‘comparative and collaborative process’
enabling new patterns of working and which aims to fully engage all the key user stakeholders as well as the
thinking. local community.
We recognise the importance of gaining confidence and building
A home which promotes sustainability and consensus, constructively challenging guidance where necessary
efficiency, technologically enabled- having and testing approaches to achieve optimum value and long term
the capacity to respond to our rapidly benefits for MSP.
changing and surprising world. We hope that we may have the opportunity to present our ideas to
you in person at the next stage of your selection process.
A home which is a great place to ‘be’.
Attractive and comfortable, a place which
visitors will remember and where staff will feel
a real sense of belonging and pride.
A home which can set the standard for
others. An exemplar to the sector, both
nationally and internationally.
