Tom Mckinna

Architectural designer with over 7 years of experience delivering projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. Skilled in translating client needs into thoughtful, buildable designs, with a strong track record in planning success and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and a range of design and presentation tools.

Architectural Designer with 7 years of experience leading the design and delivery of 300+ residential projects across the UK. At Resi, I developed strong expertise in concept design, planning approvals, and client engagement, consistently achieving first-time approvals and exceeding business targets. I have led design storytelling and presentations, collaborated across multidisciplinary teams, and mentored junior staff to support professional growth.

My work also reflects a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, including specialist retrofit training and serving as ambassador for Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), where I helped integrate low-carbon methods into everyday workflows and featured in client-facing promotional material. Alongside design leadership, I have a proven track record in performance impact, from maintaining high client satisfaction scores to driving efficiency improvements in internal workflows.

Currently freelancing, I am seeking a new role where I can bring together my creativity, technical knowledge, and leadership skills in a collaborative studio environment. While my experience has been rooted in residential architecture, I am open to new challenges in workplace design, creative environments, or roles where design innovation and client engagement are central.

Bachelors Degree in Architecture from Kingston University