About Ecotecture
JO SAADY
Director
Jo Saady was an early pioneer of green building joining the AECB in 1995 after qualifying as an architect and working as a trustee for six years. She stepped down from the position to focus on bringing up her autistic son alongside developing the business.
With an MSC in energy-efficient building and a postgraduate in Conservation of the historic environment, she is also a full IHBC member and Chair of the Southeast branch.
BABATUNDE IBRAHIM
Architect
Babatunde has been working with us for over three years and provides a level of multi-skilled proficiency to the practice, supporting different members of the team. Babatunde enjoys working on cinematography, photography, and DIY projects when not researching sustainable buildings, retrofit measures and West African architecture.
MEL LAURIE
Practice Manager
Mel is in charge of keeping everything running smoothly on the administrative and financial side and always looks for ways to improve output. With her background as a personal assistant to senior management, she possesses strong organisational skills and is able to juggle multiple tasks. She can also adapt to new priorities and
problem-solve when things get busy.
Outside of work, Mel enjoys spending time with her family as much as possible and embarked on her first 5k Race for Life run in Horsham. She also likes to visit National Trust homes and gardens locally and on weekend getaways.
RICHARD MERRICK
Head of Technical
Richard gained his BSc in Industrial Management and has an HND in Construction and Architectural Technology. Richard is a highly experienced BIM technician with an excellent understanding of construction. He enjoys spending time with his young family and working in the garden.
CRISTIAN HALMAGHE
Architects Assistant
Cristian has been with the Ecotecture team for five years, bringing excellent presentation skills with him and adding support to the technical team. Cristian spends his downtime seeking out art galleries and architectural installations where he can.
Pepper
Office Pawtector
Pepper is the lively protector of our office, keeping us safe from the royal mail personnel. She's like our very own Cerberus, but don't worry - she can be easily appeased with belly rubs and treats.
