Crone Architects has appointed Nick Williams to principal – Design Melbourne.

Williams brings nearly 20 years of experience to the practice having held senior positions at Rothelowman, and Artisan Architects.

In his previous roles, including over half a decade at Hayball, he has provided leadership to project teams where he cemented his expertise in residential, mixed-used and commercial projects.

Williams will be leading the design process, from feasibility through town planning, design and delivery through to construction.

His experience in complex mixed-use, commercial, retail and hospitality development will strategically strengthen Crone’s Melbourne team, the company says.

CEO Greg Crone says, “We are proud to welcome Nick to Crone and to our leadership team.  His appointment brings significant experience to the Melbourne market to build on the success of our recent Melbourne projects, including the award-winning design of the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation Headquarters, a nurses training facility.”

“Crone has an impressive body of work built upon a foundation of history and experience. I’m excited to have joined a practice that celebrates this heritage, while looking to the future championing innovation through creativity, sustainability and technology. I’m thrilled to be part of the Crone team and contribute to the built environment in Melbourne,” says Williams.