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MSE commissioned to undertake technical photography and 3D modelling for Tall Buildings Strategies for Hounslow Borough Council and Derby City Council, working alongside Urban Initiatives Studios and Mel Morris Conservation.

Mike delivered a technical paper on 'Verified Photomontage' at Aalto University, Helsinki, Finland, in January 2019.

Mike has been invited to deliver a technical paper on 'Verified Photomontage' for the Visual Resource Stewardship International Community, in Illinois, USA.

Mike provided Expert Witness evidence on behalf of Kew Gardens and Hounslow Borough Council at the Chiswick Curve Public Inquiry in June & July 2018.

Mike led technical photography workshops on behalf of the Landscape Institute in London, Manchester, Bath and Bristol. He has been invited to lead further workshops in 2019.

MSE undertook technical photography and prepared verified photomontages for a major new tower block development in Sliema, Malta.

ENVISION THE FUTURE WITH THE UK’S
LEADING EXPERTS IN
VERIFIED PHOTOMONTAGE

Welcome to MS Environmental, the home of cutting edge technical photography, camera location surveying, 3D modelling, visualisations, AVRs and the photo-realistic photomontage.

We are the choice of strategic infrastructure developers throughout the UK and overseas. Projects supported include Oxford University Science Park, White Rose Carbon Capture, Durham University Mount Oswald Halls of Residence, large-scale tower blocks in London and Malta and Port of Leith Masterplan in Edinburgh.

In 2017 and 2018, we produced visualisations for cross-examination for over 26 Public Inquiries and Planning Hearings, working with developers, the National Trust and local authorities. Our founder, Mike Spence, was also involved in updating the Landscape Institute’s ‘Technical Advice Note 01/11’ and supporting SNH research for their ‘Visual Representation of Windfarms Guidance’.

Mike presented Expert Witness evidence at major Public Inquiries including the Chiswick Curve, a 2018 tower block development in West London affecting the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What can we do for you?

ABOUT

Welcome to MS Environmental, the home of cutting edge technical photography, camera location surveying, 3D modelling, visualisations, AVRs and the photo-realistic photomontage.

MS Environmental specialises in technical photography, GNSS surveying (RTK enabled), 3D modelling, visualisations, AVRs, Verified Photomontages and technical GIS services. Our expertise aids landscape architects, architects, planners and other professionals working in environmental impact assessment, development planning and consultation.

Established in 2000, our practice is at the forefront of technical photomontage work. Using full frame sensor DSLR cameras, the latest GNSS survey equipment and complex 3D modelling procedures, we provide valued technical and professional services to clients across the UK and overseas.

From tower blocks, to housing development, to power stations, to renewables –
MS Environmental is your means to envision the future.

CLIENTS

Mike delivered an excellent training session for LVIA photography at the recent LISW conference. Very useful!

Birgit Höntzsch CMLI, Principal Landscape Architect
Cornwall Environmental Consultants Ltd

Mike and his team undertook technical photography, surveying and 3D modelling to a high degree of accuracy for a very tall building proposal in Chiswick, London, with this work becoming key evidence at a major Public Inquiry. The resultant printed visualisations, which were produced at short notice, and the explanation of the technical methodology, were very high quality and provided the Inspector with confidence in the accuracy of the work undertaken, greatly aiding the Council's case.

Shane Baker, Deputy Head of Opportunity Areas and Growth.
London Borough of Hounslow

I had the pleasure of working with Mike recently in the production of a Landscape and visual impact assessment and would have no hesitation in recommending him. His technical skills, accuracy and attention to detail used in the production of Photomontage work to predict views were of the highest order. This expertise is reflected in his authorship of guidance to this type of work, making him one of the best around.

Chris Dykes CMLI, Landscape Architect and Urban Designer.
PDP

Mike and his team gave a professional service in all aspects of technical photography for the Chiswick Curve Public Inquiry. Their approach to photography, surveying and 3D modelling gave everyone great confidence in the accuracy of the visualisations of the proposed Chiswick Curve tower block in views from the internationally sensitive Kew Gardens UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Andrew Williams, Director of Estates
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

I just have to say that these visualisations look great. I am really pleased to have this technical level of visual support to our LVIA

Matt Jarvis CMLI, Associate Director
The Landscape Agency

We were very impressed with the visualisations of our 50MW solar farm, as too were English Heritage and the planning authorities. Mike turned the photography and 3D modelling round at very short notice which helped keep the project on track. The visualisations also made a significant contribution to the success of our planning application.

Donna Clarke, Project Manager
Scottow Moor Solar Ltd

The project team are all extremely pleased with the quality of the visualisation work MS Environmental has provided for this complex project, their advice and attention to detail has helped the project engage and consult with the public and regulators through pre-application.

Dr Jim Doyle, Environmental Consents Manager
Drax Power

MS Environmental provided a fast and efficient service, working closely with myself, the architect and client, to produce some excellent visualisations which have been instrumental in clearly communicating a highly detailed residential scheme with the public and planning officers.

Eamonn Byrne CMLI, Principal
EBLA

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