Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Sustainable Design & Community Development
Sandover Associates is committed to delivering high-quality sustainable architecture and urban design. Founded by Peter Sandover in 1999, our practice combines the advantages of a personal service with the expertise of larger design firms. With over 40 years of experience in sustainable architecture, masterplanning, and regeneration, we have worked on award-winning projects across 10 countries. Our approach prioritises environmental responsibility, community engagement, and innovative design solutions tailored to local contexts. We specialise in neighbourhood planning, urban regeneration, and sustainable development, having supported communities in creating plans for Salcombe, Kenton, and South Marston.Our work extends to advising local authorities on design policy and leading regeneration strategies in Devonport, Chudleigh, and the Isles of Scilly. Peter Sandovers leadership in community engagement has established a nationally recognised model for stakeholder collaboration. We actively promote renewable energy, affordable housing, and biodiversity through both professional and voluntary initiatives. Our international experience includes projects in Hong Kong, Kosovo, and South Africa, demonstrating our adaptability to diverse cultural and environmental contexts. We aim to demystify planning processes and empower communities to shape their built environment.
Services
Architecture
Urban Design
Neighbourhood Planning
Sustainable Design
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in sustainable architecture and regeneration.
- Our work integrates environmental responsibility with community engagement strategies.
- We pioneered a nationally recognised community planning engagement model.
- Our projects span 10 countries, demonstrating international adaptability.
- We actively promote renewable energy and biodiversity through voluntary work.
Services
Architecture
We design diverse building types from homes to commercial complexes. Our approach combines creativity with sustainability, ensuring each project meets client needs while respecting environmental considerations. Our work spans over 30 years and 10 countries.
Neighbourhood Planning
We assist communities in creating legally binding neighbourhood plans. Our expertise includes stakeholder engagement, policy development, and implementation strategies. Completed plans cover Salcombe, Kenton, and South Marston.
Urban Regeneration
Our regeneration projects revitalise urban areas through strategic masterplans. Weve led initiatives in Devonport, Chudleigh, and the Isles of Scilly, focusing on economic growth and heritage preservation.
Sustainable Design
We integrate energy efficiency and local materials into all projects. Our strategies reduce carbon footprints while maintaining aesthetic and functional quality. This includes renewable energy systems and biodiversity enhancements.
Community Engagement
We develop tailored engagement models to involve residents in planning processes. This includes workshops, surveys, and collaborative design sessions to ensure community voices shape final outcomes.
People
Peter Sandover
Founder & Architect
Peter has 40+ years of experience in sustainable architecture and regeneration. He pioneered community engagement models and led projects across 10 countries. He chairs the South Devon National Landscape Partnership.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design services for residential, commercial, and community projects, including new builds, renovations, and masterplanning.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
We prioritise energy efficiency, local materials, and renewable energy systems. Our designs aim to reduce environmental impact while maintaining functionality and aesthetics.
Can you assist with neighbourhood planning?
Yes, we specialise in neighbourhood plans, having helped communities in Devon, Cornwall, and Swindon create legally binding planning documents.
What is your approach to community engagement?
We use tailored consultation methods including workshops and surveys to ensure community input directly influences project outcomes.
Which areas do you serve?
We work across Devon, Cornwall, and the South West, with international experience in Hong Kong, Kosovo, and South Africa.
