Trained in furniture design at the Central School of Art and Design in 1967 he started working with Architect Norman Foster, he then assisted IM Pei with the structure of the Louvre Pyramid. His first motor yacht was the iconic 73-meter ECO followed by several innovative vessels including motor Yacht ‘A’ a joint project with Phillip Starck.
Martin’s architectural projects include the headquarters for Vitsoe in Leamington Spa. He is currently working on the exterior design of 5 different cruise ships for Cunard, P&O and MSC.