Marina Mitchell-Heggs

Marina Mitchell-Heggs is a British and French architect and educator with a distinguished career that spans multiple continents and diverse architectural projects. Marina earned her architectural qualifications at the Ecole d’Architecture, Paris La Villette, and Westminster University, including a Professional Practice and Management Part 3 certification. Her international education includes studies at Waseda University in Tokyo, where she also pursued Japanese language courses and collaborated on Architectural workshops with the University of Pennsylvania.

Professionally, Marina has made significant contributions to prestigious firms, including David Chipperfield Architects and Jestico + Whiles, where she served as a Project Architect. Her work includes notable projects such as the Anchorage Museum in Alaska, the Greenwich Millennium Village in London, and multiple educational and mixed-use developments. Her design expertise is complemented by her academic contributions as a Visiting Tutor and Lecturer at Birmingham City University, fostering critical studies in architecture for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Fluent in English and French, with proficiency in Spanish and Japanese, Marina brings a global perspective to her work. Beyond architecture, she has a deep appreciation for drama, drawing, and contemporary art, particularly minimalism and land art. Her passion for travel and exploration has taken her to destinations such as Brazil, Sri Lanka, and Japan, enriching her cultural and creative outlook.