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I am an automotive, product, and watch designer. At the age of twenty-one I was appointed Chief Designer at Morgan Motor Company, where I gained recognition for the Aeromax, Supersports, and the new Morgan 3-Wheeler. I later founded MHD Watches and Matthew Humphries Design Consultancy, expanding my practice into watches and design services for a range of clients.
Since then I have led design programs for startups and established brands, partnering with Williams Advanced Engineering, David Brabham, McMurtry Automotive and others to translate concepts into production-ready vehicles and refined product experiences.
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Work Experience
Owner / Founder at Matthew Humphries Design Consultancy (MHD)
July 1, 2012 - PresentSpecializes in automotive and product design, guiding clients from rapid sketch ideation through concept development to cost-efficient production. Coordinates with partners across alias modeling, CAD, chassis development, carbon fiber, and traditional coachbuilders to deliver end-to-end design solutions.
Owner / Founder at MHD Watches
August 1, 2014 - PresentAutomotive-inspired watches produced by an independent British watchmaker. Established in 2014, with limited editions and partnerships as official timing partners for Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb and Radical Sports Cars; 21 designs created with more planned.
Head of Design at Alcraft Motor Company
January 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025British start-up focused on low-carbon, design-led high-tech vehicles. Led GT concept car from initial sketches to production-ready engineering; collaborated with Delta Motorsport on exterior/interior A-surface work, and with Williams Advanced Engineering on an extendable skateboard chassis; participated in investor presentations covering brand, engineering programs, and design ethos.
Design Partner at McMurtry Automotive
April 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025Design partner (3 days in-house) helping brief and develop the first road vehicle. Worked with engineering and aerodynamics teams to translate compact packaging into an OEM-standard road car; liaised with investor/owner to align engineering and design expectations.
Head of Design at Brabham Automotive
January 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025Consortium member leading vehicle design for a Brabham production supercar. Built and managed partnerships with Penso Engineering (body-in-white) and Siemens (powertrain). Helped secure funding outreach with investors and presented design/engineering/production plans to potential backers.
Tutor in MA Vehicle Design and MA Intelligent Mobility at Royal College of Art
December 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025Personal tutor for the RCA's MA Vehicle Design and MA Intelligent Mobility programs. Supported OEM project collaborations (e.g., Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Citroën, MG, Renault, JLR) and helped students secure roles across design studios globally.
Head of Design at Lonville Watch Company SA
January 1, 2014 - September 16, 2025Designer of the G24, a limited-run Le Mans-inspired watch. Created the design for a 24-watch limited edition collection with a 40mm titanium PVD case, COSC-certified LV2 movement, and distinctive multi-layer dial featuring a central vertical bridge motif.
Chief Designer at Morgan Motor Company
December 1, 2012 - September 16, 2025Joined as a work placement student and established Morgan Design, the in-house studio. Led design from sketch to production for production cars (Morgan 4/4, Classic Sport range, Aeromax, Aero Super Sports, Aero Coupe, 3-Wheeler, Plus 8, Eva GT) and one-off commissions. Managed brand design, show stands, and all marketing materials; contributed to events such as Geneva Motor Show, Ville d’Este, Goodwood Festival of Speed, and Pebble Beach.
Owner at Matthew Humphries Design Consultancy
July 1, 2012 - PresentMatthew Humphries Design Consultancy specializes in automotive and product design, guiding clients from rapid sketch ideation through the design concept to production. The role involves coordinating with partners across alias modelling, CAD development, chassis, carbon fibre, and traditional coachbuilding, ensuring design decisions align with manufacturing feasibility and cost efficiency.
Owner at MHD Watches
August 1, 2014 - PresentAutomotive-inspired watches by an automotive designer. Established in 2014, MHD Watches produces limited edition motoring watches, partnered with Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb and Radical Sports Cars, with over 20 designs released worldwide.
Head of Design at Alcraft Motor Company
January 1, 2022 - September 16, 2025Led exterior and interior design for GT concept car, collaborating with Delta Motorsport on exterior/interior A-surface work and integrating with Delta’s chassis packaging on an all-new EV platform. Managed collaboration with Williams Advanced Engineering to create an extendable skateboard chassis and supported investor presentations and brand development.
Design Partner at McMurtry Automotive
April 1, 2019 - September 16, 2025Design partner responsible for briefing and development of the first road vehicle; guided project from initial sketches to a road-registered vehicle, coordinating with engineering, aerodynamics, and investor relations to ensure an OEM-standard product.
Head of Design at Brabham Automotive
January 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025Consortium member tasked with developing a Brabham production supercar; defined interior and exterior design, established partnerships with Penso Engineering (body-in-white) and Siemens (powertrain), and supported investor outreach to secure funding.
Tutor in MA Vehicle Design and MA Intelligent Mobility at Royal College of Art
December 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025Personal tutor in the MA Intelligent Mobility program, contributing to OEM projects and helping students secure design roles worldwide as part of RCA’s industry-connected curriculum.
Chief Designer at Morgan Motor Company
December 1, 2012 - September 16, 2025Joined as a student on work placement, progressed to Head of Design and established the in-house Morgan Design studio. Led production and concept work for multiple Morgan models and supported global launches and customer engagements at major events.
Head of Design at Lonville Watch Company SA
January 1, 2014 - September 16, 2025Designer of the G24 Supperleggera; created a limited run of 24 watches inspired by Le Mans heritage, featuring a unique multi-layer dial, titanium case, and COSC-certified movement.
Education
BA Hons in Vehicle Design at Coventry University
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025MA Vehicle Design at Royal College of Art
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025BA Hons in Vehicle Design at Coventry University
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025MA Vehicle Design at Royal College of Art
January 11, 2030 - September 16, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Consumer Goods, Other
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