Business Details
Heritage & Conservation Architects London
Thomas Ford & Partners is an award-winning architectural practice with nearly a century of expertise in transforming historic environments. Our work focuses on integrating newbuild projects within the sensitive contexts of listed buildings and heritage sites, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design principles. We specialise in the conservation of cultural buildings, places of worship, and historic houses, offering services ranging from condition surveys to quinquennial inspections and historic building reports. Sustainability lies at the heart of our practice, with a strong emphasis on reusing and regenerating existing structures, urban quarters, and landscapes. Our team includes accredited conservation architects, architectural technologists, and consultants with extensive experience in heritage projects.We collaborate with Studio Artec to deliver architectural solutions across the UK and Italy, adhering to the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) plan of work for building contracts. Our clients benefit from tailored services, including feasibility studies, building surveying, and bespoke conservation strategies, supported by our deep understanding of building defects gained from regular inspections of over 350 structures. We maintain offices in Kirkdale, London, with easy access to public transport and local amenities, fostering a collaborative environment for both internal and external events.
Services
Architecture
Conservation
Sustainability
Project Management
Consultancy
Highlights and features
- We have nearly a century of experience in historic building conservation
- Our team includes accredited conservation architects and specialists
- We prioritise sustainable reuse of buildings and landscapes
- We collaborate with Studio Artec for cross-border UK-Italy projects
- We conduct regular inspections of over 350 heritage buildings
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- AABC
Services
Architecture
We deliver architectural solutions that harmonise newbuild projects with historic contexts. Our services cover feasibility studies, building surveying, and design implementation across traditional and contemporary projects. Clients benefit from our expertise in integrating modern requirements with heritage constraints.
Conservation
Specialist conservation services for listed buildings and cultural heritage sites. We conduct condition surveys, quinquennial inspections, and historic building reports. Our work preserves architectural integrity while addressing modern usage requirements through proven repair methodologies.
Sustainability
Sustainable approach focusing on building reuse and landscape regeneration. We implement retrofitting strategies and adaptive reuse techniques that maintain historical value while improving energy efficiency and environmental performance across urban quarters and heritage sites.
Project Management
Full RIBA work plan implementation for traditional building contracts. We manage projects from initial concept through to completion, offering bespoke service packages tailored to specific project needs and budgetary constraints.
Consultancy
Expert advice on heritage matters including building defects analysis and repair detailing. Our consultancy draws from extensive experience inspecting over 350 buildings, providing informed solutions for conservation and adaptive reuse challenges.
People
John Bailey
Director
RIBA and AABC accredited architect with extensive experience in heritage projects. Specialises in integrating modern design with historic structures while maintaining conservation principles.
Karen Butti
Director
Conservation specialist with architecture and heritage accreditation. Focuses on preserving historical integrity while implementing practical modern usage solutions for listed buildings.
Suzi Pendlebury
Director
Architect with expertise in urban design and conservation. Combines traditional architectural knowledge with contemporary design approaches for heritage-sensitive developments.
Rafaela Citron
Senior Architectural Designer
Senior designer with advanced qualifications in architectural conservation. Specialises in detailed conservation work and heritage building adaptations across various project scales.
Sophia Robson
Senior Conservation Architect
Specialist conservation architect with RIBA and AABC accreditation. Focuses on technical detailing and repair methodologies for historic structures while maintaining architectural integrity.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in heritage architecture, conservation of listed buildings, sustainability-focused design, and project management across traditional and contemporary schemes.
Do you work on religious buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience with places of worship including major projects at St John at Hackney and Coventry Cathedral.
How do you approach historic building conservation?
Our conservation approach combines accredited expertise with practical experience from regular inspections of over 350 heritage buildings, ensuring authentic preservation with modern functionality.
What sustainability practices do you employ?
We focus on building reuse, adaptive regeneration of urban quarters, and landscape conservation to minimise environmental impact while maintaining historical value.
Can you handle international projects?
Through collaboration with Studio Artec, we deliver architectural solutions across both the UK and Italy, combining local expertise with international perspectives.
How are your fees structured?
Fees for large projects are percentage-based, small works use lump sums, while initial and final work stages are time-charged to match project requirements.
