Architecture & Expert Witness
Architects and accommodation expert witnesses
Translating design ideas into intelligent solutions, from PFI super hospitals to the accessible family home. A specialist practice in Twickenham.
What we do
Expert witness reports, healthcare design, accessible homes, and help finding the right one.
Expert Witness
We advise the Court on expert accommodation solutions for the Quantum of high value claims.
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Healthcare
We assist private and public sector clients in bringing together patient experience and clinical functionality.
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Residential
We tailor bespoke and responsive design solutions to suit the intimate needs of an accessible family home.
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Property Search
We offer a made-to-measure search service to help clients find a home that suits their family's needs and budget.
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Accommodation expert witness
Quantum accommodation reports
Three of our architects accept expert witness instructions to advise on accommodation needs in clinical negligence and personal injury litigation. Marisa Shek's expertise comes from more than two decades as a healthcare architect, with a particular interest in orthopaedic, spinal and paediatric provisions.
"I understand the importance of balancing the varying needs of the injured occupant with those of the care-giver." Marisa Shek
Marisa's instructions are balanced between both sides:
Cases we have undertaken
- Road traffic accidents
- Stroke
- Spinal injuries such as Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Limb amputations
- Complex claims for people with cerebral palsy
For instructing solicitors
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Ask for a sample report or our T&Cs, or add us to your experts' database. Marisa's office will reply.
Or call 020 7846 7318
From PFI super hospitals to accessible homes
Marisa's career since qualifying in 2001 has been dedicated to the healthcare sector, with a particular expertise in accommodation for people with specialist needs, such as wheelchair users and those who need nursing or carer assistance.
- Trust Advisor appointments at Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, and the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, London
- Bringing together patient experience and clinical functionality for private and public sector clients
- A clear grasp of healthcare provision and the methods of procurement available in the private and public sectors
The technical team
Three architect expert witnesses and a senior architectural technologist, whose work centres on healthcare and accessible design.
Marisa Shek
Director, Architect and Expert Witness
Julia Hockin
Architect and Expert Witness
Tom Strike
Architect and Expert Witness
Tak Liu
Senior Architectural Technologist
Marisa Shek
Director · Architect | Expert Witness
BA (Hons) Dip Arch RIBA
Owner of SHEK Architects. Before setting up the practice, Marisa worked in many large London architectural companies, leading design teams and complex building projects. It is the face-to-face time with clients and building users that gets her up in the morning.
marisa@shekarchitects.comJulia Hockin
Architect | Expert Witness
BA Dip Arch RIBA
Qualified as an architect for 35 years and highly skilled in the housing needs of people with cognitive, physical and visual impairments, with a particular interest in acquired brain injuries. Ask to see her CV and T&Cs.
julia@shekarchitects.comTom Strike
Architect | Expert Witness
BA (Hons) Dip Arch RIBA
27 years delivering residential, healthcare and later-living provisions, from concept design to construction administration, with expertise in BIM. He assesses accessibility standards and has a particular interest in inclusive design for multigenerational living.
tom@shekarchitects.comTak Liu
Senior Architectural Technologist
BA (Hons) ACIAT
In the construction industry since 1999, with a speciality in healthcare and wellbeing. Tak is instrumental in delivering projects from residential adaptations to complex hospital developments.
tak@shekarchitects.com
The administration team
The first point of contact for our clients, managing diaries, correspondence and expert reports with the utmost confidentiality.
Marisa's PA since 2021 and the first point of contact for all our clients. michaela@shekarchitects.com
Joined in 2024 with over 20 years as a board-level executive assistant. philippa@shekarchitects.com
Joined in 2024; data entry, document preparation and sensitive information. vanessa@shekarchitects.com
What our clients say
Marisa listened carefully to our brief and guided us towards an outstanding result. Her exceptional knowledge meant Mr B's home achieved the perfect blend of functionality and thoughtful design.
Marisa is an excellent problem solver. She has an ability to efficiently translate our complex requirements and vision into realistic solutions. She is one of the best in her field.
Marisa is professional and responsive with a wide ranging skill set.
Get in touch
For instructions, a sample report, our T&Cs or a healthcare or residential project, call, email or send us a message.
OfficeSHEK Architects Ltd, Regal House, London Road, Twickenham, TW1 3QS
Phone+44 (0) 20 7846 7318
HoursMonday to Friday, 9am to 5pm