Gemma McCarthy

Senior Interior Architect, Medical Planner

Gemma is a Senior Interior Architect and Medical Planner with over 10 years of experience, specialising in the healthcare sector. Alongside her healthcare expertise, she has contributed to a wide range of projects including office spaces, hospitality venues, student amenities and student accommodation fit-outs.

She has been involved in all stages of project development — from initial concept design through to practical completion. Her strengths lie in the creative development of interior concepts, detailed joinery design, and space planning for medical equipment, always with a focus on high-quality interiors, clinical finishes and compliance with healthcare standards. She also brings specialist knowledge in healthcare database management, with expertise in the Department of Health’s Activity Database (ADB).

With a deep understanding of clinical functionality and the role of interior environments in patient wellbeing, Gemma is committed to delivering healthcare spaces that are highly functional, support healing, improve experiences, and meet the real-world needs of both patients and staff.

Gemma works closely with clients to develop detailed project briefs, leads design team meetings, and acts as a trusted designer throughout the design process. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, she ensures that each project is thoughtfully tailored to meet the unique needs and expectations of its users. Her goal is always to design environments that feel welcoming, function seamlessly, and make a lasting, positive impact on the people who use them.