Gary Thomson Email & Phone Number

Lasswade, Midlothian, United Kingdom

Bonnyrigg, Midlothian

In December 2016 the opportunity arose to form my own business and the concept of 'SALT design solutions' evolved.Over the years I have gained enormous experience in Space Planning, Project Management and Architectural Services. Experience in more than one specific sector means I can provide a multi disciplined range of services tailored to suit the requirements of each individual client and project. My aspiration is to provide a friendly, approachable, accurate & efficient service at a competitive fee level tailored to any potential clients budget.Please have a look at my website on the link below to see if I can be of assistance to you or your business:http://www.saltdesignsolutions.co.uk/

Dobbies Garden World, Melville Nursery, Lasswade

• Responsible for Space Management and integral to Dobbies LFL growth in a challenging retail market• Coordination of Buyers to ensure space utilised to create maximum sales• Assist in providing set up pack information to stores to implement the retail and VM strategy• Created space for new concession opportunities• Developed fixture specification to increase product density and improved customer flow around stores

• Overseen construction of 4 new build garden centres each up to £9million in value• Managed simultaneously an extensive Capex construction programme from minor to large scale projects• Delivered each project on time and on budget• Developed design concepts and cost saving initiatives

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

• Preparation of feasibility, Planning, Building Warrant & Construction drawings• Coordination of Design Team to deliver Clients requirements• Experience in a wide variety of sectors – retail, housing, commercial, mixed use, leisure• At the forefront of Tescos extensive development programme for 15 years• Sample client list - Asda, Tesco, Dobbies Garden Centres, University of Stirling, Edinvar Housing Association

Architectural Technology, Architecture, Hnc

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