Echlin Welcomes Mark Collins
Mark Collins joins Echlin as Non Executive Director, strengthening its position in the prime and super prime residential development and design sectors, in the UK and overseas.
The award-winning architectural design studio and residential developer, Echlin, renowned for its design-led schemes in central London, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Collins to the board. Mark brings over three decades of expertise in the UK residential property market, most notably from his tenure as Chairman of Residential at CBRE, where he played a pivotal role in advising developers, investors and landowners on many of the capital’s landmark residential schemes. He brings a wealth of experience working across the Middle East and other international markets. Mark’s appointment is a significant step in Echlin’s growth strategy as it continues to expand and deliver architecturally distinct high-end homes across London and beyond.
“Mark’s exceptional experience, market insight, and industry reputation are incredibly valuable as we scale our vision for curated, design-first residential developments and private homes. His strategic counsel will help guide the company’s growth and deepen our relationships with investors and stakeholders across the sector.”
Echlin is also expanding internationally, beginning with a strategic focus on the Middle East. The company will pursue joint venture development opportunities while delivering its acclaimed architecture and design services to both private and corporate clients across the region.
In London, Echlin is preparing to launch a series of new projects over the next 12 months, including several prime and super prime private homes, two boutique apartment developments in Notting Hill, and a landmark penthouse scheme in Chelsea. The studio is also appointed as the interior architecture and design for a prestigious multi unit development in Battersea. Further marking its global growth, Echlin has secured its first international commission in the Middle East, a private palace for a member of the UAE royal family. This project represents a significant milestone in the studio’s international expansion.
“Echlin has a clear and compelling vision for the future of luxury and design-led living, blending exceptional architecture and interiors with a deep understanding of lifestyle and place-making. I’m delighted to be joining the team at such a pivotal moment in their evolution.”
This appointment reinforces Echlin’s commitment to setting new benchmarks in high-end residential design and development, with a focus on craftsmanship, sustainability and timeless architecture.
About Echlin
Echlin is a London-based architectural design studio and residential developer known for creating exceptional homes in some of the city’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. Blending architecture, interior design and development expertise, Echlin delivers lifestyle-focused residences that are both contemporary and enduring. The studio’s portfolio spans private homes, boutique developments and international design commissions, each reflecting its commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and contextual sensitivity.
With a £200m development pipeline and over 1 million square feet of residential real estate designed and delivered, Echlin’s work has earned widespread recognition, including RIBA nominations and inclusion in Elle Decoration’s list of top interior designers to know. The studio has been featured in leading publications such as Wallpaper*, Architectural Digest, Financial Times HTSI, The Times, and many others.
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