Richard Murphy (architect)

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Richard Murphy OBE (born 24 April 1955) is a British architect and businessman. He is the founder and principal architect of Richard Murphy Architects, an architectural firm operating in Edinburgh. He is a winner of the 2016 RIBA House of the year. [1] [2]

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Murphy studied at Newcastle University and University of Edinburgh. [3] In 1991, he established Richard Murphy Architects in Edinburgh, which expanded to employ over twenty architects. Initially focused on residential extensions and mews conversions, the firm later branched into education, healthcare, arts, and commercial projects, with some buildings funded by the National Lottery.

In 1995, Murphy designed the inaugural Maggie's Centre in Edinburgh, now the administrative headquarters for Maggie's. The structure, intended to support cancer treatment, was uniquely designed without corridors to prevent an institutional feel. [4]

In 1996, Murphy published a book on Venetian architect Carlo Scarpa and presented a Channel 4 documentary on him. He also co-authored a book on Charles Rennie Mackintosh. [3]

In 2004, Murphy showcased his work at the Venice Biennale.

In January 2007, he was recognized with an OBE for his contributions to architecture. [5]

Murphy has designed homes for his personal use, with his 2015 Hart Street residence winning the Saltire Society Award for Best Single Dwelling New Build. [6]

Teaching

Murphy has taught at University of Edinburgh, The Scott Sutherland School of Architecture, University of Strathclyde, and abroad at Technical University of Braunschweig, University of Virginia, and Syracuse University, New York. [7]

Proposed work

Notable completed work

Projects by year of design

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References

  1. ↑ "Murphy House wins RIBA House of the Year 2016". www.architecture.com.
  2. ↑ Wainwright, Oliver (16 December 2016). "House of the Year: a cave of wonders worthy of Wallace and Gromit". The Guardian. Retrieved 16 December 2016.
  3. 1 2 Art Daily 31 July 2013 Press Release: Royal Scottish Academy of Art & Architecture celebrates 21 years of Richard Murphy Architects
  4. 1 2 "Maggie's Edinburgh". Healthcare Design. 31 August 2005. Retrieved 24 June 2015.
  5. ↑ "Richard Murphy receives OBE in New Year's list". Building Design . 5 January 2007. Retrieved 29 June 2015.
  6. ↑ Richard Murphy completes Hart Street "Murphy House" Urban Realm
  7. ↑ Artdaily. "Royal Scottish Academy of Art & Architecture celebrates 21 years of Richard Murphy Architects". artdaily.cc. Retrieved 10 June 2022.
  8. ↑ "Candleriggs Quarter submitted for Planning"[Project Scotland]
  9. ↑ "Richard Murphy reworks Perth Theatre overhall plans" [Architects Journal]
  10. ↑ Computer Centre, Merchiston Campus, Napier University, Edinburgh, RichardMurphyArchitects.com
  11. ↑ Housing Moore Street, Glasgow, RichardMurphyArchitects.com
  12. ↑ University of East London - Computer and Conference Centre, RichardMurphyArchitects.com
  13. ↑ Stratheden 18 Bed Dementia and Mental Health Unit, RichardMurphyArchitects.com
  14. ↑ Justice Mill Lane Park Inn Hotel and Office Development, Aberdeen, RichardMurphyArchitects.com
  15. ↑ Queen's University Belfast Postgraduate Accommodation, RichardMurphyArchitects.com
  16. ↑ Solkoff, Joel (14 May 2015). "Old See House Community Mental Health Facility". e-architect.
  17. ↑ Postgraduate Housing for The University of Edinburgh, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, RichardMurphyArchitects.com
  18. ↑ "Dunfermline library named Scotland's best building". BBC News. 7 November 2017. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
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