Matthew Hird has joined AJ100 practice TODD Architects as the new Head of Healthcare where he will be responsible for leading the Practice’s healthcare strategy across the UK and Ireland, delivering a growing portfolio of transformational healthcare projects.

With over 25 years’ experience in healthcare design and delivery, Matthew has worked on some highly prestigious and award winning projects, including Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and Clatterbridge Cancer Hospital in Liverpool and The Paterson Laboratory Building at The Christie in Manchester.

Matthew is also well versed in delivering Masterplans for clients.

As a leading expert in the field of healthcare design, Matthew’s specialist knowledge equips him to ensure design quality and functionality, whilst maximising efficiencies on costs by working together with clients, consultants and contractors.

With a passion for promoting quality healthcare design and delivery, Matthew actively engages in various bodies outside of TODD Architects including Architects for Health where he is a co-opted executive Board member.

Commenting on his new role, Matthew said:

“I am delighted to have been appointed by TODD Architects. As an established architectural practice, TODD have a wealth of inspirational healthcare designs. My goal is to build on that and continue to deliver exceptional healthcare projects for our clients.”

Andrew Murray, Director at TODD Architects commented:

“Matthew joining our team is another positive step for the practice, strengthening our offer to clients across all aspects of healthcare design.

“His wealth of experience will no doubt build on the reputation we have established in recent years within the sector.”