Melissa has specialised in the design of care accommodation since joining Carless + Adams, rising to partner in 2014 and onto company owner and director. With experience in all facets of the care sector, Melissa has overseen many projects for individual operators, not-for-profit organisations and large portfolio operators. She sits on discussion panels and expert groups within the sector. In addition to helping develop briefs and schemes through all RIBA work stages, Melissa drives Carless + Adams’ vision to be influential in reimagining integrated retirement, supported living and care accommodation communities, changing perceptions and enabling a move into these environments to be a positive and proactive one.