SMC DESIGN - Key Persons


ALAN STEWART

Job Titles:
  • Director
Alan Stewart has 23 years' experience in marine architecture, designing and project managing the interiors of Cruise Ships and Passenger Ferries. As a graduate in Interior Architecture in the 90's, Alan joined SMC Design and has since worked on the interior design and brand development of both newbuild and refit projects for many of the world's leading cruise brands. Alan's vast portfolio of clients include Viking Cruises, DFDS, Cunard, P&O, & NCL to name but a few. Alan's passion and drive for innovative design have seen him rise to his current position of Company Director. His design experience combined with his industry knowledge have led him to work on numerous ship designs for multiple brands covering the globe.

ALUN ROBERTS

Job Titles:
  • Senior Associate

AMY PARKER

Job Titles:
  • Head of FF & E Department
Amy has extensive experience designing and project managing the FF&E for prestigious clients. Her career has been focused on marine FF&E design, having worked on a variety of international projects including super yachts and luxury cruise ship interiors.

ANDREW BROWN

Job Titles:
  • Director
With extensive international experience from Europe to the Gulf Region and Asia, Andrew possesses a strong commercial awareness whilst maintaining an understanding of design deliverables and project schedules to create dynamic and exciting interiors.

ANDY YUILL - Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Managing Director
Andy has over 25 years experience in design and has worked internationally on many large-scale leisure developments. His continued drive and enthusiasm for innovative relevant design keeps SMC fresh, dynamic and relevant. Passionate about good design, he is adept at combining years of experience with innovative and new thinking to produce unique and challenging creative solutions for clients. Andy believes that SMC's success is down to its people and their approach to design, both of which continue to strengthen the company and benefit clients around the world.

ANJALINE RAM

Job Titles:
  • Project Manager
  • Senior Graphic Designer
With over 15 years experience in designing for marine environments, Anjaline has a detailed understanding of the signage requirements of large-scale cruise liner projects. Her experience spans brand identity design, graphics and marketing literature.

APOSTOLOS BENEVAS

Job Titles:
  • Associate
Highly skilled and a technically savvy architect with a blend of ten years international experience and educational credentials in Interior Design and Architecture. Specialising in high-end Hospitality and Residential projects. Capable of supervising construction works, managing resources, enhancing performance, and providing appropriate solutions with the client's value at the forefront.

CHRIS BAKER

Job Titles:
  • Senior Designer
Enjoying a diverse career in the transportation design industry, Chris has worked on numerous award-winning projects for a variety of international brands. From Super Yachts to Cruise Ships, Chris has exceptional attention to detail and experience in all stages of design from concept through to completion

DAVID WONG

Job Titles:
  • Project Manager
  • Senior Graphic Designer

EMMIE RATTER

Job Titles:
  • Senior Art Consultant
Emmie comes from a museum background, with a focus on East Asian art, and collection management. Working closely with Jennie, she helps to deliver initial artwork concepts and development ideas through to implementation, completion and delivery.

GONETA HETA

Job Titles:
  • Project Manager
With a degree in Architecture and Masters in Interior Design, Goneta has a good eye to detail structurally and decoratively. Goneta holds an all rounded experience in commercial and residential projects fitting well in the Marine industry design with extensive knowledge in all stages of design as a Project Manager at SMC Design.

HANNAH CLAYFORTH-CARR

Job Titles:
  • Project Manager
  • Senior Designer
Hannah has gained a range of interior design experience in International and UK markets having been involved in both large scale commercial projects through to private Luxury Yachts. This experience has afforded her a vast amount of knowledge of the design process and an understanding of materials and their applications allowing her to become a vital bridge between departments.

JADE FOLAWIYO

Job Titles:
  • Senior Designer / Project Manager - FF & E
With a design degree from Central Saint Martins, Jade is a creative thinker with a solution focused mindset that works to bring the clients ideas to reality. Having started her design career in Italy working on High End Residential projects in Saudi Arabia and Dubai, she combines an eye for design with a calm temperament to manage projects.

JENNIE DRUMMOND

Job Titles:
  • Head of Art Department
Jennie's experience in the worlds of fine art and art collecting has equipped her with huge knowledge of the contemporary and commercial art world. Working both independently and collaboratively, she manages every aspect of the SMC Art Consultancy.

LIAM KIRK

Job Titles:
  • Senior Associate
Liam is a highly experienced and professional manager that has a wealth of knowledge in planning and construction procedures. He is a strong member of the team and has consistently delivered above and beyond client expectations.

LIZ RICHARDSON

Job Titles:
  • Associate
Liz has over 20 years experience in interior design and is a key member of the team, having been with SMC for over 18 years. She has worked on many large-scale refurbishment and new build projects, playing a key part in fulfilling client's aspirations.

MATTHEW FYVIE

Job Titles:
  • Senior Associate
Matt has over 15 years experience within the design industry and has built a diverse portfolio spanning retail, leisure and commercial interiors. An excellent team leader, Matt brings energy and enthusiasm to the SMC design studio.

REBECCA HODGSON

Job Titles:
  • Project Manager
  • Senior Graphic Designer
Having worked in various locations around the world, Rebecca has developed a strong background in graphic design specifically tailored to Architecture and interior design. This experience has given her a vast amount of knowledge of the design process, materials and details required in large scale design projects.

SARAH HOLLINGSWORTH

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Sarah is an experienced Office Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the creative industry, skilled in Sage 50, Facility Management (FM), HR, Administration, Adobe, Word & Excel, and Executive Administrative Assistance. With 20 years experience in an administrative role, Sarah has proven to be a reliable support to Directors and Managers alike.