Michael Mullen

Director

Michael rejoined the company on the 1st of January 2021 to head up Hyphen’s new office in Ireland, and became a director in 2023. He has over 20 years of experience in delivering architectural projects for a variety of international and commercial clients.

He is a member of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland and studied architecture at Queens University, Belfast and Oxford Brookes University.

About Michael

Most interesting place?
I love all the European capitals (every time you go to one, you always think you’d love to live there) but the most interesting place that I’ve ever been is South Africa.

Favourite cheese?
Kilmeaden cheddar.

Favourite quote?
“You’re gonna need a bigger boat.” – Jaws

What do you like most about your job / working at Hyphen?
The people.

Who or what was the most important influence in your early career?
I’ve been grateful to work for a lot of very astute and sharp bosses over the years and I’ve learnt a lot from each of them.

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