Mike Davies
Chief Development Officer
Full title
Chief Development Officer, Member of Executive Committee, and Member of M&A Committee
Biography
Mike Davies is the Managing Director and Founder of Catalyst Interiors Limited, a leading specialist in Experiential Interior Design for the care sector. With over three decades of experience spanning healthcare property development, estates management, international manufacturing, and care home design, Mike has built a career dedicated to creating environments that enhance well-being, comfort, and quality of life.
Before founding Catalyst Interiors, Mike held senior roles in healthcare property development and estates management, where he gained extensive expertise in planning, designing, and optimising healthcare and care facilities. His strategic approach to built environments and operational efficiencies laid the foundation for his later work in revolutionising care interiors. Earlier in his career, he played a pivotal role in the development of cable management production facilities across India, Indonesia, South Africa, and China, leading large-scale projects focused on manufacturing innovation and international expansion.
Bringing this diverse expertise into the care sector, Mike established Catalyst Interiors with a mission to go beyond aesthetics and create sensory-driven, person-centred environments. His approach ensures that care homes are not just visually appealing but are also designed to evoke feelings of safety, comfort, and belonging, particularly for residents living with dementia. This methodology has led to faster occupancy rates and long-term commercial success for care providers who have partnered with Catalyst Interiors.
Since July 2018, Mike has also served as a Trustee at his local hospice, a role that reflects his deep commitment to compassionate care. His involvement provides him with valuable insight into end-of-life care environments, further reinforcing his dedication to creating spaces that truly support residents, families, and care professionals alike.
Mike’s leadership ensures that Catalyst Interiors delivers projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of functionality and quality. He collaborates closely with care providers, developers, and investors, offering strategic insight into how innovative design can drive both operational efficiencies and enhanced resident experiences.
A passionate advocate for raising industry standards, Mike regularly engages with sector leaders, contributing to thought leadership initiatives and speaking at key industry events. His vision remains clear: to set a new benchmark for care home interiors, ensuring that they are functional, sustainable, and—above all—places that feel like home.