Hassell has announced that four key personnel have been elevated to the role of Principal, strengthening the output of their Australian studios.

Hassell Managing Director Steve Coster says the new Principals have been developed by the practice, and as a result have become outstanding leaders who play vital roles in winning and delivering world-class projects and creating value for clients.

"We know our people are critical to our success as a world-class practice,” he says.

“These appointments highlight the valuable contribution and impact these individuals have made to our firm. They live and breathe our values and have played an essential part in cultivating the culture at Hassell.

"They also reflect the importance of investing in the development and career progression of our people so we can continue to build our vision for Hassell now and into the future.”

Please find a description of each new Principal below.

Ewen Wright (Brisbane)

Wright’s (pictured left) expertise lies in transport infrastructure with a passion for the built environment of the public domain. With a holistic approach that is both strategic and commercial, Ewen has led large multidisciplinary teams on complex urban projects based in Australia and South-East Asia. Some of his work at Hassell includes Cross River Rail Brisbane, Sydney Metro North West, Sydney Olympic Park Station and Epping to Chatswood Rail Link. Ewen is a trusted partner to the practice’s clients and will play an integral role in ensuring Hassell continues to be a leader in city-shaping transport infrastructure.

Jeff Morgan (Sydney)

A leading commercial architect, Morgan (pictured second from left) has 20 years of international and local experience across institutional, commercial, retail, serviced apartment and residential projects. A natural leader, Jeff creates an environment of learning and collaboration that inspires those around him to do their best work. He has been instrumental in generating exemplary design outcomes on projects such as the First Building Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility, 110 Walker Street, 55 Pitt Street, and the Sandstone project. Morgan is at the forefront of sustainable change in the Sydney studio and contributes to Hassell's global sustainability strategy and industry groups.

Morag Lee (Perth)

With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare sector, Lee (pictured second from right) is driven by design that enhances patient outcomes and positive user experience. She intuitively understands and effectively translates health clients' specific needs and expectations to design places and spaces that function and delight. Before working in Perth, Morag was based in the UK, where she developed a wide-ranging international knowledge and skill base across the public and private sectors. Her recent projects include the Women's and Newborn Hospital and Fiona Stanley Tertiary Hospital in Perth, and the 12-storey Community/Rehabilitation Hospital on the Singapore General Hospital Campus. A recognised leader in the health sector, Morag will continue to build Hassell’s focus on large-scale health projects.

Stephen Watson (Brisbane)

Watson’s (pictured right) 15 years of experience leading and delivering complex design projects across the health sector has led him to play an integral role in redefining our health offering, especially in Queensland. He carefully balances a strategic and commercial mindset with achieving design excellence. A thoughtful and considered leader, Stephen champions a collaborative design approach, encourages debate and challenges design decisions to create client and clinical outcomes that exceed expectations. His award-winning projects include the Gold Coast Hospital Mental Health Facility, Townsville Hospital Master Plan and the recent STARS Hospital.