Workspace
UK specialists in commercial interior design
Future-focused built environments that support people, productivity, technology, innovation, and wellbeing.
We create inspirational and stimulating spaces for people to do their best work.
We collaborate with organisations to create future-focused built environments that support people, productivity, technology, innovation, and wellbeing. Our team of designers and technicians, customise solutions to reflect your design objectives and strategic goals.
We believe built environments should improve the human experience. People are at the centre of our design process, we co-design and collaborate to ensure that a space responds to the needs of its users.
We guide our clients through a discovery and engagement process to investigate individual and collective needs and explore the creative possibilities.
Sector Lead
James Grant
Associate Director
James Grant
Associate Director
James brings extensive experience across architecture, interior design, and commercial fitout, combining creative vision with strong commercial understanding. Before joining Aitken Turnbull, he was a Director at Steelcase in Australia, delivering workspace strategies for clients such as Deloitte, NAB, KPMG, and ANZ, and working closely with universities including Melbourne, RMIT, and UNSW. Earlier, he led workplace and education projects in practices across Melbourne, London, and Newcastle. As Workspace Sector Lead at Aitken Turnbull, James provides strategic direction and builds strong, long-term client relationships. He plays a key role in managing partnerships with major clients including Lloyds Banking Group and Wates, while promoting a collaborative, thoughtful, and innovative approach across the studio.
James Grant
Associate Director
James brings extensive experience across architecture, interior design, and commercial fitout, combining creative vision with strong commercial understanding. Before joining Aitken Turnbull, he was a Director at Steelcase in Australia, delivering workspace strategies for clients such as Deloitte, NAB, KPMG, and ANZ, and working closely with universities including Melbourne, RMIT, and UNSW. Earlier, he led workplace and education projects in practices across Melbourne, London, and Newcastle. As Workspace Sector Lead at Aitken Turnbull, James provides strategic direction and builds strong, long-term client relationships. He plays a key role in managing partnerships with major clients including Lloyds Banking Group and Wates, while promoting a collaborative, thoughtful, and innovative approach across the studio.
James Grant
Associate Director
James brings extensive experience across architecture, interior design, and commercial fitout, combining creative vision with strong commercial understanding. Before joining Aitken Turnbull, he was a Director at Steelcase in Australia, delivering workspace strategies for clients such as Deloitte, NAB, KPMG, and ANZ, and working closely with universities including Melbourne, RMIT, and UNSW. Earlier, he led workplace and education projects in practices across Melbourne, London, and Newcastle. As Workspace Sector Lead at Aitken Turnbull, James provides strategic direction and builds strong, long-term client relationships. He plays a key role in managing partnerships with major clients including Lloyds Banking Group and Wates, while promoting a collaborative, thoughtful, and innovative approach across the studio.
Niamh Flett
Interior Designer
Niamh is part of the Aitken Turnbull team as an Interior Designer, bringing creativity, fresh thinking, and a keen eye for detail. Since graduating from Heriot-Watt University in 2023, she’s built experience across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on commercial workspace projects. Niamh plays an active role in delivering thoughtful, engaging interiors that put people at the heart of design. She enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues and clients to create dynamic, user-focused environments. With a positive, hands-on approach, Niamh is passionate about shaping spaces that work well for people while continuing to grow her skills across all stages of design and project delivery.
Niamh Flett
Interior Designer
Niamh is part of the Aitken Turnbull team as an Interior Designer, bringing creativity, fresh thinking, and a keen eye for detail. Since graduating from Heriot-Watt University in 2023, she’s built experience across a range of sectors, with a particular focus on commercial workspace projects. Niamh plays an active role in delivering thoughtful, engaging interiors that put people at the heart of design. She enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues and clients to create dynamic, user-focused environments. With a positive, hands-on approach, Niamh is passionate about shaping spaces that work well for people while continuing to grow her skills across all stages of design and project delivery.
Sebastian Mercer
Associate
Sebastian brings his expertise and collaborative approach to his role as Senior Architect at Aitken Turnbull, helping create meaningful, high-quality spaces. With a strong background in community, education, and cultural projects, he plays a lead role in our workspace sector efforts, focusing on fit-out and refurbishment. Sebastian expertly manages design teams and client relationships, guiding projects smoothly through both Design & Build and Traditional procurement routes. As a dedicated mentor and advocate for technical excellence, he supports the growth and development of our team. With a collaborative and thoughtful approach, Sebastian helps ensure our projects deliver meaningful, high-quality spaces that resonate with both clients and users.
Sebastian Mercer
Associate
Sebastian brings his expertise and collaborative approach to his role as Senior Architect at Aitken Turnbull, helping create meaningful, high-quality spaces. With a strong background in community, education, and cultural projects, he plays a lead role in our workspace sector efforts, focusing on fit-out and refurbishment. Sebastian expertly manages design teams and client relationships, guiding projects smoothly through both Design & Build and Traditional procurement routes. As a dedicated mentor and advocate for technical excellence, he supports the growth and development of our team. With a collaborative and thoughtful approach, Sebastian helps ensure our projects deliver meaningful, high-quality spaces that resonate with both clients and users.
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