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26.11.25

Why museum design is a specialist skill

26.11.25

Why museum design is a specialist skill

Designing a museum is not a matter of placing labels next to artefacts, it’s a specialist discipline that blends interpretation, storytelling, planning, object care, psychology, and accessibility.

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13.11.25

Architect or museum designer – which one first?

13.11.25

Architect or museum designer – which one first?

Too many museums start with the building, not the story. Let the experience shape the architecture, not the other way around, to create meaning that lasts.

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Lorenzo Agius Exhibition Design
18.09.25

Mather & Co collaborate to bring ‘LOOK AT ME: Framing the Iconic by Lorenzo Agius’

18.09.25

Mather & Co collaborate to bring ‘LOOK AT ME: Framing the Iconic by Lorenzo Agius’

Lorenzo Agius: Framing the Iconic is a celebration of photography as both art and encounter - of what it means to look, and to be seen.

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Sunderland Museum New Museum Plans
25.07.25

Future plans for Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens

25.07.25

Future plans for Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens

Mather & Co worked with Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens to produce a National Lottery Heritage Fund submission.

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Designing Exhibitions
12.06.25

Blending Old & New: Designing Modern Exhibitions in Historic Buildings

12.06.25

Blending Old & New: Designing Modern Exhibitions in Historic Buildings

With nearly 30 years of experience in creating world-class visitor experiences, we share our tips on designing modern exhibitions within historic environments.

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Lloyd George Museum
05.06.25

Mather & Co designed Lloyd George Museum reopens following investment

05.06.25

Mather & Co designed Lloyd George Museum reopens following investment

The only museum dedicated to a former Prime Minister in the UK, is set to open later this month - the Lloyd George Museum!

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Lorenzo Agius Exhibition
21.05.25

Through the Lens: Lorenzo Agius Exhibition

21.05.25

Through the Lens: Lorenzo Agius Exhibition

We are excited to announce we are working with on a new exhibition about the world-renowned photographer, Lorenzo Agius.

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Chester Zoo Exhibition Design
25.04.25

Celebrating the success of ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ exhibition at Chester Zoo

25.04.25

Celebrating the success of ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ exhibition at Chester Zoo

The 'Wildlife Photographer of the Year' exhibition was a success, from impressive visitor numbers, positive client feedback, and enthusiastic visitor responses.

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Dover Castle
04.03.25

How Dover Castle Under Siege Transformed the Visitor Experience

04.03.25

How Dover Castle Under Siege Transformed the Visitor Experience

Take a closer look at the project's objectives, our approach, and the impact it has made.

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Ipswich Museum
04.02.25

Ipswich Museum Progress Update

04.02.25

Ipswich Museum Progress Update

Transforming spaces and making preparations... The latest from Ipswich Museum redevelopment.

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29.01.25

Mather & Co Collaborates with Chester Zoo for the Natural History Museum’s ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ Exhibition

29.01.25

Mather & Co Collaborates with Chester Zoo for the Natural History Museum’s ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ Exhibition

For the first time in Cheshire, visitors will have the opportunity to experience the wonder of life on Earth through the world’s best wildlife photography.

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Milton Keynes Museum Ancient Gallery
21.01.25

Milton Keynes Museum's New Ancient Gallery

21.01.25

Milton Keynes Museum's New Ancient Gallery

Mather & Co and Milton Keynes Museum have collaborated to create the museum's new Ancient Gallery.

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Inverness Castle Experience
28.11.24

Sneak preview of the Journey Stone at Inverness Castle Experience

28.11.24

Sneak preview of the Journey Stone at Inverness Castle Experience

The new Inverness Castle Experience will see a unique and symbolic wayfinding marker on arrival, within the new gardens on the castle esplanade.

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Brand experience designers
26.11.24

Why experiences are the future of brand marketing

26.11.24

Why experiences are the future of brand marketing

Brand experience designers, Mather & Co, discuss what brands can do to help their company stand out offline.

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Manchester designer
15.11.24

From Intern to Permanent: Introducing Yasmin Wan, Mather & Co’s new Junior 3D Designer

15.11.24

From Intern to Permanent: Introducing Yasmin Wan, Mather & Co’s new Junior 3D Designer

We’re delighted to introduce our new Junior 3D Designer, Yasmin Wan, who has been offered a permanent position after a successful three-month internship at Mather & Co.

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Heritage site design
24.10.24

How heritage sites can attract and engage younger audiences

24.10.24

How heritage sites can attract and engage younger audiences

Many heritage sites struggle to remain relevant in a fast-paced entertainment-driven world, here are some ways to make your site appeal to a younger audience.

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Exhibition Design Process
11.10.24

Behind-the-design: The Story at Durham - Q&A with our Design Director

11.10.24

Behind-the-design: The Story at Durham - Q&A with our Design Director

In this Q&A with our Design Director, Paul Lee, you can hear directly about the exhibition design process for ‘The Story.’

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Museum designer
08.10.24

Mather & Co appointed as the designer for a museum dedicated to former Prime Minister

08.10.24

Mather & Co appointed as the designer for a museum dedicated to former Prime Minister

Mather & Co are reimagining the Lloyd George Museum, carrying out the design and build, including museum design, content development, graphic design & artwork, and object selection.

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25.09.24

Graphic Design Internship Feedback from Annabel

25.09.24

Graphic Design Internship Feedback from Annabel

Annabel joined the Mather & Co team for a three-month internship as part of her Graphic Design course at Manchester Met University.

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Visitor attraction designers
20.08.24

Transforming Iconic Buildings

20.08.24

Transforming Iconic Buildings

Mather & Co is part of the team breathing new life into both iconic heritage sites, Dover Castle and Inverness Castle Experience.

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Senior Exhibition Designer
14.08.24

We're looking for a Senior 3D Exhibition Designer

14.08.24

We're looking for a Senior 3D Exhibition Designer

Mather & Co are looking for an ambitious Senior 3D Exhibition Designer to join our creative team in Wilmslow – a designer who is passionate about what we do, and wants to create inspiring spaces…

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Museum design
08.08.24

Museum Design for Social Good

08.08.24

Museum Design for Social Good

Thoughtfully designed museums can be powerful tools for promoting inclusivity, education, and social justice. Here are some ways in which museums can contribute to social good.

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Dover Castle
22.07.24

Dover Castle opens to the public

22.07.24

Dover Castle opens to the public

For the first time, the story of the siege has been brought to life at English Heritage’s Dover Castle, enriching visitors’ enjoyment and understanding of the castle.

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Silverstone Museum
12.07.24

The Aramco Future Tech Exhibition at Silverstone Museum

12.07.24

The Aramco Future Tech Exhibition at Silverstone Museum

The Aramco Future Tech exhibition made its debut at the Silverstone Museum during the British Grand Prix weekend.

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