Business Details
33 Years
experience
Sustainable & Heritage Architecture Experts
CSK Architects is a forward-thinking architectural practice dedicated to merging innovative design with environmental stewardship. With over three decades of experience, we specialise in creating contemporary buildings within historically significant contexts, including listed structures and protected landscapes. Our holistic approach considers the entire lifecycle of a building, from material selection to disassembly, ensuring minimal environmental impact. We are pioneers in sustainable construction, exemplified by projects like the Cork House, which redefined low-carbon architecture.Our team of 12 architects, led by directors with deep industry expertise, prioritises collaboration with clients, contractors, and material innovators to deliver tailored solutions that respect both heritage and ecology. Recognised with prestigious awards, including RIBA accolades, we serve clients across London, the Home Counties, and the Cotswolds, offering services ranging from residential retrofits to institutional conservation projects.
Services
Residential Architecture
Heritage Conservation
Sustainable Design
New Build Solutions
Interior Architecture
Material Reclamation
Research & Development
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' experience in listed building conservation.
- Our in-house CSK RECLAIM initiative promotes circular economy construction.
- We pioneered the Cork House, a carbon-negative prototype building.
- Our team includes RIBA award-winning architects with technical expertise.
- We maintain director-level involvement in every project from start to finish.
Services
Heritage Conservation
Specialists in preserving listed buildings and protected landscapes, we navigate complex planning requirements for Grade I-III structures. Our expertise includes sensitive restoration of historic fabric while integrating modern sustainability standards. Clients benefit from our proven success in securing approvals for challenging sites like Green Belt developments.
Sustainable Design
We implement whole-life carbon strategies across projects, from material selection to energy systems. Our innovations include carbon-negative construction methods and circular economy principles through the CSK RECLAIM initiative. This approach delivers buildings that align with ecological systems while maintaining architectural integrity.
Residential Architecture
Creating transformative living spaces through deep retrofitting and extensions. We specialise in bespoke solutions that respect property history while modernising functionality. Services range from minor renovations to complete rebuilds, always prioritising material sustainability and contextual harmony.
New Build Solutions
Designing contemporary buildings with low-impact materials and processes. Our approach considers full lifecycle impacts, including disassembly potential. Projects incorporate renewable energy systems and regenerative landscape design, ensuring minimal environmental footprint while meeting functional requirements.
Material Reclamation
Through CSK RECLAIM, we source and repurpose construction materials to reduce waste. This service includes salvaging timber, tiles, and fixtures from demolition sites for integration into new projects. It supports circular economy goals while creating unique architectural character with historical provenance.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialise in?
We focus on contemporary designs that harmonise with historic environments, particularly for listed buildings and protected landscapes.
Do you work outside the UK?
While based in Eton, we've completed international projects like the Kalabala Bindu Children's Garden in Sri Lanka.
How do you incorporate sustainability?
Through whole-life carbon analysis, reclaimed materials, and partnerships like our hemp-based construction research initiatives.
Can you handle complex planning applications?
Yes, we specialise in challenging approvals including Green Belt developments and NPPF Paragraph 84 projects.
What awards have you won?
Our work has received RIBA Stirling Prize shortlisting, Wood Awards Gold, and AIA Sustainable Future recognition.
