Mihaela Shehova

Mihaela joined the practice in 2021. With over 15 years of experience across commercial, retail, educational, industrial and community projects, she has helped shape the direction of the practice. Her portfolio includes major transport, retail and city-centre developments, with experience across UK airports, Network Rail stations and leading retail destinations.

As CGL's Health & Wellbeing Lead, Mihaela developed the practice's menopause policy and has helped advance inclusive design strategies that respond to the needs of diverse users. She also contributes to industry dialogue through the NLA High Street Expert Panel, the Future of London Speaker Bank and mentoring programmes at the University of Westminster.

Alongside architecture, she is an Executive Practitioner of Holistic Medicine specialising in women's health. Through research, writing and educational initiatives, she advocates for greater integration between health, wellbeing and the built environment. In 2025, she received the University of Westminster Social Impact Award.