Michael initially founded Slider Studio in order to exploit creative design possibilities using advanced computing, to improve the process of design through and to increase access to and transparency of design decisions. Since starting the company in 2005 Michael has since expanded Slider’s vision to embrace the concept of democratic design and has led on development of a range of tools which can be applied throughout the design lifecycle. Michael’s leadership has expanded the practice’s tool development, funded through a portfolio of commercial and collaborative research projects. Michael has most recently focused on the development and commercialisation of StickyWorld, a generically useful and globally scalable web platform designed to help you share your exact point of view on visual material. Michael now leads on all built environment and education focused business development for StickyWorld.
Previously Michael worked as a Director at Edward Cullinan Architects from 1998-2004, leading on educational projects, master planning and public realm, and also large residential developments. With numerous competition wins for concept housing projects, including the Ideal Home Show ‘Concept House 2000’, Michael’s architectural career has balanced visionary future thinking with practical hands on construction and design management experience. Since leaving mainstream practice Michael has since extended his skill set to embrace innovation management, technology development and commercialisation skills.
Michael sits on the advisory board of the Modern Built Environment Knowledge Transfer Network and RIBA Building Futures advisory panel.
