We had the privilege of attending the AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards last week, where Domus Campus was shortlisted in the Fit-Out (Under £2M) category. It was a genuine honour to be recognised alongside some of the most respected architecture practices in the UK—firms whose work we’ve followed and admired for years. To not only stand alongside them but to be nominated in the same category was both inspiring and rewarding.
The awards highlighted the importance of retrofitting and adaptive reuse, approaches that are increasingly critical to the future of sustainable design. Though we didn’t win this time, we’re incredibly proud of what Domus Campus represents. This project, which blends workspaces, social areas, and a showroom for Domus, has now been shortlisted for five industry awards, reinforcing the impact of adaptive reuse when done well.
Our long-standing relationship with Domus has been central to the success of this project. Domus Campus is our sixth collaboration together, and it continues to be a real partnership in the truest sense. Working with their team has allowed us to push creative boundaries in commercial architecture and refine our shared vision of what a flexible, modern workspace should be.
It was a delight to spend the evening with our team and our friends and long-time collaborators at Domus. The camaraderie and shared commitment to quality, creativity, and sustainable practices have been at the heart of our partnership. After all the hard work, it was great to let loose and celebrate together, knowing that we’ve created something truly special. Domus Campus reflects not only their brand but our shared vision for what modern workspaces can and should be—innovative, flexible, and environmentally responsible.
While we didn't secure a win this time, the evening served as a reminder that every nomination is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team at Mailen Design. We are proud to have our project recognised and to be in the company of such esteemed industry leaders. This recognition fuels our passion and commitment to continue pushing boundaries and delivering excellence in every project.
A heartfelt thank you to Domus Group, our incredible team, and all our collaborators for their unwavering support. We look forward to the next chapter in this exciting journey of creating architecture that not only serves but inspires.
If you're considering a commercial architecture or retrofit project, we’d be happy to discuss how our approach to adaptive reuse and sustainable design can help bring your vision to life. Contact us today and a member of our team will be in touch to explore how we can collaborate.