This year has been one of steady growth, evolving relationships and expanded ambition. Across sectors and typologies, Mailen Design has continued to develop work that is rooted in place, shaped by collaboration, and enriched by the relationships that support it. 2025 saw the evolution of long-term projects, the start of new ones, and a growing team whose collective expertise continues to inform the way we design. Underpinning it all is a commitment to architecture that is thoughtful, responsive, and enduring. As we reflect on the past year, we’re reminded of the value of care—both in process and outcome—and the role it plays in shaping meaningful, lasting work. 







AWARDED PHASE 3 OF DOLPHIN SQUARE 

In August, we were unanimously appointed as Architect and Lead Designer for Phase 3 of Dolphin Square, a significant milestone in our ongoing relationship with the estate and a powerful endorsement of the quality, consistency, and vision that our team brings to complex multi-residential projects. Phase 3 builds upon two years of intensive involvement with Dolphin Square, where our work has spanned technical delivery, compliance monitoring, and strategic advisory roles. Initially awarded the role of Architect and Lead Designer for Phase 2, our involvement grew to include delivering additional spaces in Phase 1, transforming the ground floor retail offering, proposing a reimagined design for the estate’s former petrol station site, and an ongoing role as compliance monitoring team.  As work progresses on Dolphin Square, our priority is to ensure that its legacy is secured for generations to come, and we look forward to sharing further updates as this landmark project moves forward.