Michael Murdoch

CEO and Founder

Michael founded The House in 2009 and is responsible for creative output, managing the team and keeping our clients smiling. He is an experienced designer having over 10 years experience working in London and Hong Kong and has helped organisations of all sizes like the NHS, MTV, Diabetes UK, Boots, Heineken, Global Goals and Nokia to smaller start-ups like Olive Branch, Mixcloud and Readwave. Michael helps clients find their full potential, taking them step-by-step through their projects in partnership with them.

Graduating from Central Saint Martins and the University of West of England, with a time spent studying in Hong Kong, Michael has the training and skills required for any big brand name. Past companies Michael has worked at include Lloyd Northover, Ingredient, Getty Images and Root Design.

When not dreaming up creative and commercially viable ideas Michael loves to gain inspiration from travel (35 countries and counting), practicing Tai Chi and Yoga, cycling to and from work, running (2 marathons down and a few to go) and photographing the wonderful things he sees.

Fancy a chat?  Email michael@thehouselondon.com

Matt Wilson

Head of Animation

Matt Wilson is an award winning, talented graphic designer and animator, he is interested in information design and enjoys the challenge of illustrating facts and statistics. Recently he has been combining his passion for information with motion graphic techniques to tell stories through illustration.  Matt is an enthusiastic hard working individual who is passionate about providing high quality design solutions.

He heads up our animations team producing powerful stories for Heineken, Diabetes UK, Walk Free and many more.  Got a story to tell, test Matt’s skills for yourself and bring it to life!

Outside of the world of animations, you’ll find Matt in out on a surf trip, at a gig or enjoy some tasty grub with his friends.

Esteban Palladino

Senior Animator

Esteban Palladino became involved in computer art at the age of 14, he enjoyed doing ANSI drawings and composing MOD music. He also experimented with animation and graphic programming. He has a degree in Image and Sound Design from the University of Buenos Aires, from where he acquired knowledge in the fields of filmmaking, specialized in computer and 3D animation. He also took courses on Graphic Design and Typography so his talents are not limited to making things move. He has attained experience in different fields of media design, like Flash and interactivity, Motion Graphics design, Animation and sound mixing.

Outside of work, you’ll find him spending quality time with his family, helping them grow.