Barr Gazetas appoints BGY’s strategy boss as new project director

Barr Gazetas has appointed Buckley Gray Yeoman’s former strategy director as its new project director.

Natalie Thomson joined Barr Gazetas last month and will oversee projects at all stages, with a focus on complex refurbishment schemes in the housing, community and commercial sectors.

The London-based firm said she will bring expertise in client relationship management and experience with leading major private commercial developments.

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Thomson studied architecture at the University of Auckland before working for two practices in New Zealand. She moved to BGY as an associate in 2007, spending 17 years at the firm.

Jon Eaglesham, managing director of Barr Gazetas said: “We are excited to welcome Natalie to the Barr Gazetas team. Natalie shares our core value that people always come first, and her commitment to workplace wellbeing, mentorship, and relationship-building aligns perfectly with our practice.”

Thomson added: “I’m delighted to have joined Barr Gazetas and am excited to collaborate with such a talented, innovative, and experienced team. I’m confident that together we’ll achieve our business goals and drive forward the studio’s growth ambitions.”