Simone Costa Miller

I joined the P&DG team in 2015 as an Urban Designer after many years’ experience working with Richard Hall at AMA Ltd and Capita PLC.

Having an architectural background from my Architecture and Town Planning university days in my home country of Brazil, combined with my Masters in Town Planning completed in the UK, I have a compelling knowledge in both design and planning. I have a passion for sustainable and well-designed developments and have followed my chosen career as an Urban Designer since 2004, shortly after moving to England. I started working with Richard Hall in 2004.

My workload at P&DG is varied, from site analysis and small infill sites to larger urban settlements. It involves master planning, detailed site layouts, producing Design and Access Statements, design coding, public consultation material and design guidance documents. Working with an experienced team and following the latest design guidance allows us at P&DG to achieve the best outcome for proposed development, both in terms of planning and design. Throughout my career, I have worked on a number of major projects, including Beaulieu Park in Chelmsford, Colchester Garrison and Infinity Garden Village in Derby.

I also enjoy travelling with my family, exploring my adopted country and further afield. Returning to Brazil is always a favourite of mine, both to visit my family and get much needed sunshine.