WHSmith Store London Stansted
Structural engineering that performs - in theatres, airports, and live event spaces across the UK.
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We designed the structure to accommodate WHSmith’s larger footprint at Stansted, ensuring efficiency during construction and long-term durability in use.
Pedro Barata
Structural Engineer
WHSmith Store London Stansted
Airport Retail
MJ Consulting Engineers supported the recent expansion at London Stansted Airport, providing the structural design for the new WHSmith store in the Orientation Zone.
The project involved careful planning and coordination to deliver a larger, modernised space that enhances the passenger retail experience. The store now offers an expanded range of travel essentials, gifting, and the new “Smiths Family Kitchen” hot food concept.
Congratulations to WHSmith and the wider project team on the successful completion - another example of how structural engineering supports retail and airport growth.
LIVE EveNTS
STAGE DESIGN
Working in theatres and live venues means there’s no room for error - and that’s where MJC stands out. We’re known in the industry for being calm under pressure, clear on site, and dependable from first sketch to final sign-off. It’s why so many production teams come back to us.
Tom Jeffcoat
Structural Engineer, MJ Consulting Engineers
Yes - with offices in London and Manchester and a network of experienced engineers, we deliver structural engineering solutions for theatres and performance venues throughout the UK.
Absolutely; heritage venues are a core part of our expertise. We balance preservation requirements with structural upgrades to support modern rigging, lighting, and performance demands.
Yes - from temporary structures and roof trims to signage and production rigging, we engineer solutions that deliver safety, compliance, and speed for live show environments .
Extensive - we've completed projects at Heathrow T2, T5, Gatwick, Birmingham Airport and Liverpool John Moore Airport, delivering bespoke structural designs that meet tight schedules and live-site requirements .
Yes - we perform ceiling void, roof, rigging point, and structural inspections to assess condition and readiness for production use or fit-out modifications .
Our teams are accustomed to fast-paced schedules. We’re regularly brought into projects during show rehearsals or airport closures - and we deliver reliable structural solutions under time pressure.
We work closely with architects, venue owners, contractors, production teams, and heritage bodies to ensure structural integrity, adherence to regulations, and build-ready details.
Yes, typically within 5 working days.
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Structural Support That Performs On Stage and On Site
From listed theatres and concert halls to airport concessions and live venues, we bring practical structural engineering to complex environments. Whether you're planning a refurbishment, fitting out a retail unit, or navigating venue constraints, we’ll help you make it buildable - and make it happen.