John qualified with a degree in Architecture from Bolton Street in 1986. After gaining work experience in Germany and UK, John became a full member of RIAI in 1991 prior to returning to Dublin to work with David Crowley and Associates. He set up his own practice in 1993 and in 1995 amalgamated with Brian Wain & Associates in Cork, forming Wain Morehead Architects Ltd. John has amassed experience in a significant number of projects for clients such as Departments of Defense, Justice, Education and Local Authorities as well as commercial banking institutions.

Jennifer qualified from University College Dublin School of Architecture in 2007. After graduation, she worked in Dublin as a Junior Architect. In 2009 she relocated to Vancouver, Canada. While there, she worked on large residential, transportation and infrastructural projects, as well as urban design and masterplanning in municipal and university contexts. Jennifer returned to Ireland and joined WMA in 2014. She completed her Professional Diploma in Architecture at UCD in 2016 and was accepted as a Member of RIAI in June 2016. Jennifer became a Certified European Passive House Designer in 2016.

Shane qualified from the University of Limerick in 2013. Shane has experience on a wide variety of projects, including one-off housing design and larger commercial projects, with a focus on Passive House Design and building physics. Shane joined WMA in 2013. He completed his Professional Diploma in Architecture at UCD in 2016 and was accepted as a Member of RIAI in June 2016. Shane became a Certified European Passive House Designer and an NSAI Approved Thermal Modeller in 2016.

In 2022, Shane has taken on the role as Assistant Lecturer in the delivery of the MSc in Building Performance (Energy Efficiency in Design) at TU Dublin.

Owen qualified from University College Dublin School of Architecture in 2007. Following graduation, he worked in Canada for eight years: in Montreal on the restoration of historic buildings and in Vancouver with a design-build contractor focused on high-end residential and commercial projects. His interests include interested in design, craft and sustainability. He became a Certified Passive House Designer in 2015.

Following his return to Ireland, Owen joined WMA in 2020 and completed his Professional Diploma in Architecture in 2022.

Ulrike graduated from RWTH Aachen with a Diploma Engineer in Architecture in 2006. During her studies, she spent one year at TU Delft through the Socrates-Erasmus program, focusing on advanced architectural design. Over the past 20 years, Ulrike has gained significant experience in Germany and the Netherlands, working on residential projects and public buildings, including schools, kindergartens and churches. She has received awards for her innovative designs, and her portfolio includes both small-scale projects and complex public infrastructure. Ulrike’s work combines technical expertise with a strong commitment to community-centered design, aiming to create spaces that are both functional and inspiring.

Sinead qualified with a Bachelors degree in Architecture from Cork Centre of Architectural Education in 2024. She is interested in sustainability and conservation and enjoys working by hand through modelling and drawing. Sinead is very excited to be starting her journey in architecture with WMA and is looking forward to continuing her education in the future. 

Gabrielle has a diploma in Interior Design from Chelsea College of Art & Design, 1989. Gabrielle is a professional photographer, and holds an associate membership with the IPPA since 2013. Gabrielle became a Director of WMA in September 2013 when she joined the WMA team to assist with marketing, photographic and administrative duties.