MCAU - Modern City Architecture & Urbanism MCAU is a independent practice which has emerged out of the in house design studio within property developers PlaceFirst. It has been founded by Neil Brown and David Skidmore who have extensive and award winning architectural, urban design and client side experience. Both have over two decades of work experience at the forefront of the design and development industry. MCAU employs a young and dynamic team of architects and urbanists to push the boundaries of modern architecture and design. They are able to translate the demands and goals of our clients into substance worthy of the Modern City.