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Founders

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Artistic Director | Head of Graphic Design

Suzanne Gilbert

Suzanne has worked as a graphic designer for over 13 years, spending the past eight years focussing in the heritage and culture sector. Suzanne’s inspiration comes from the stories being told in each project - historical or contemporary - and she uses visual elements to transport people to a specific moment in time or place

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​Exhibition Architect | Head of Exhibition Design

Bebhinn Burke

Bebhinn is a qualified architect with 12 years’ experience in the sector. She is a confident designer producing illustrations and digital visualisations to deliver design concepts to completion. A pragmatic project planner with a focus on creative coordination, she seeks to deliver projects that spark joy. 

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Interpretation Manager | Head of Interpretation

Philippa Potgieter Hurst

Philippa specialises in producing robust interpretation strategies that take projects from concept to completion. She leads on content development and creative direction for digital engagement, with a strong focus on accessibility.

ABOUT

Our
Services

INTERPRETATION PLANS & STRATEGIES

We write interpretation plans that capture the decision-makers attention and secure you funding

EXHIBITION DESIGN

We take visitors on a journey of discovery with our sensitive, creative and inclusive designs

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Your exhibitions, brands and digital engagement come to life through our artwork

SERVICES

Our
Lovely Clients

 

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CLIENTS
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Kind Words

Make Things Happen have been a pleasure to work with from day zero. They have truly gone above and beyond for Sustrans Scotland, and we look forward to working with them in the future.

Kristen Layne, Project Manager for Sustrans

We appointed MTH in May 2021 and they have been a pleasure to work with... We have been led through the Stage 3 design and have recently signed a further contract to progress with Stage 4. We will soon be welcoming them back to Brora... like old friends.

Dr Nick Lindsay, Chairman, Clyne Heritage Society, Brora

Make Things Happen have totally transformed Samtaler's brand and made it better than anything I ever could have dreamed of... It's really elevated our offering and we are looking forward to working with you for a long time to come. 

Sarah Stone, Founder & CEO, Samtaler 

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CONTACT

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A company registered in Scotland No. SC675310

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