Portess & Richardson

Portess and Richardson Architects are a multi-award-winning RIBA Chartered Architects Practice established in 1938. Based in Peterborough, we work nationwide, specializing in the Healthcare sector, as well as working on many projects for Residential and Commercial sectors including Town Centre Retail, Education, and Leisure.

Our Expertise

We can offer a range of expertise in different areas including Architecture, Feasibility Studies, Contract Administration, Surveying, Party Wall Surveying, Construction Design and Management (CDM) Coordinators, Vehicle tracking using AutoTrack vehicle turn simulation programme, Full site involvement, and 3D visualisations. Our multidisciplinary team, whose experience and ability is current and relevant to both traditional and design and build contracts, consists of a team of skilled architects, designers, and technicians.

Our Portfolio

Our current portfolio consists predominantly of healthcare, town centre retail, and residential projects, though we have also recently worked on conservation and education developments, all of which vary in size and complexity. We have worked with a variety of clients including The Royal British Legion, The Royal Chelsea Pensioners, Greenwood Academies Trust, South Holland District Council, Peterborough Care, Country Court Care, Caron Group, RNIB, City of Peterborough, and many more.

Awards and Recognition

We are proud to have won several awards, including the 2015 Pinders Healthcare Design Award for our work with The Royal British Legion designing and managing their Care Home, Dunkirk Memorial House in Taunton, Somerset. We have also been shortlisted for an Award for our Care Home Maurice House in Broadstairs.

Our Commitment

As a RIBA Chartered Practice, we are committed to quality assurance, business management, and client service. Our clients can expect the highest level of professionalism and expertise from our team. We are proud to have been helping individuals and businesses with their design and construction needs since 1938.