Team

Martin is an accredited member of ICON.  It is his responsibility to ensure that all works undertaken by the company are carried out in a professional and informed manner, to the highest standard.  Martin has worked in this field for nearly 40 years, having developed a keen interest in the practical aspects of conservation and the challenges it presents.  His commitment to sustaining a high level of craftsmanship is the basis on which the company operates.

Outside of work, Martin enjoys live theatre, entertaining his young granddaughter, spending time with his family and looking after his herd of rare breed Berkshire pigs.

Phil has four decades of experience in the historic glazing field, and previously ran his own successful Stained Glass Conservation business.  He has been with Martin Johnson & Co. for over 20 years as Contracts Director, managing projects and overseeing the daily running of the company. 

Phil’s extensive craft experience, allied to a natural desire to help, is the solid foundation from which he works. He values honesty and works hard to establish good relationships with people. He bases this around his own personal performance and that of his team.

In his spare time Phil indulges his passion for live music.  He also loves spending time with his family and taking his dog to the pub.

Vincent joined the team in 2006, progressing rapidly into a highly skilled conservator and fabricator.  He manages all the company’s metalwork assignments, from conserving decorative historic window furniture to designing and constructing large-scale rooflights.  His job often involves working closely with structural engineers and interior designers.  Vincent uses his long experience as a glass craftsman to devise creative solutions to the challenges of realising substantial glazing schemes within historic buildings.

Vincent’s passion is travel, and when not working he and his wife spend their time exploring the countries of Asia. 

Luke has worked with Martin Johnson & Co since 2007, and now manages the workshop and site work.  He is methodical in his approach, an excellent communicator and talented conservator.  He approaches the challenges of each new project with enthusiasm, and likes to see a scheme through from first enquiry to completion.  He is also a patient and dedicated educator, who enjoys sharing his skills with trainees.

Outside of work, Luke’s priority is his family and young daughter, but he still finds time for walking, birdwatching and playing and watching football.

Aidan completed his apprenticeship with Martin Johnson & Co in 2023 and has developed into a skilled conservator and site worker.  He takes pride in overseeing the manufacture and distribution of Collins Curve.  

Aidan is a keen sportsman, playing football and cricket with Acomb cricket club.  Having previously worked as a brewer for a small independent brewing company, he enjoys sampling real ales and socialising.  He also spends leisure time hill walking and wild camping.

Eleanor joined Martin Johnson & Co. in 2000, with a background in Modern Languages and Literature (BA Bristol University) and Fine Art (MA Leeds University) respectively.  Within the company Eleanor trained as a Conservator and Glass Painter, and now also compiles detailed Conservation Reports used for funding and specification purposes.  She feels very fortunate to be able to combine both her academic and artistic skills in her roles within the business.

Eleanor’s priority outside of work is her two children and their interests, but she occasionally finds time for drawing, walking and travel.

Steve has been a friend of the company since the 1990’s, bringing with him not only his conservation glass painting skills but also his extensive knowledge of the technical applications of glass processes: fusing, slumping, casting and sand blasting.  His research and development of kiln-distorting and toughening processes resulted in the creation of Collins Curve, a patented glass product suitable for all kinds of restoration work.

Steve has also designed  many new stained glass commissions: at Soho Krishna Temple, London and for Bushey Heath Dominican Order, as well as many Parish Churches.  

Steve is a committed family man who enjoys Game Fishing, Golf and Rugby.