An architects firm known for designing super homes for footballers has changed hands in a "friendly" management buyout.
Altrincham-based Calderpeel Architects has been taken over by Mark Massey, Ewen Miller and Andy Lightfoot from founder Harry Calder. The firm is currently involved in Salboy's ongoing residential scheme at Castle Irwell in Salford.
Speaking on behalf of his co-owners, Ewen Miller, managing partner at Calderpeel Architects, said: "Harry established the business over thirty years ago and has worked hard with ourselves over the last twenty to develop the business to where it is today. We are a very tight-knit and connected team committed to continuing this development, supporting our fantastic past and existing clients whilst simultaneously building on our strong legacy.
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"The structural ownership of the practice may have changed, but Harry will continue to play a key role. Undoubtedly there will be a continued change in practice culture that we have been driving for the last few years which looks to move the practice forward by nurturing our staff, enabling the next generation of designers and working closely with like-minded professionals to create opportunities.
"This also includes the exciting appointment of Lucy Lomas as a non-executive director who will be instrumental in assisting us in evolving our strategic vision for the future."