Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architects in Chester-le-Street
At PH Partnership, we combine creative innovation with pragmatic design to deliver bespoke architectural solutions. Established in 2007, our practice operates from Durham, York, and Cumbria, prioritising buildability, cost control, and exceptional build quality. We integrate sustainable practices as a core design principle, not a trend, and specialise in accessibility adaptations to champion inclusive design. Our teams diverse expertise ensures dynamic, informed solutions, and our commitment to leveraging new technologies has earned us recognition over larger firms.With accreditations including ISO9001 and ISO14001, we maintain rigorous quality and environmental standards. Our directors, including Fausto, Graeme, Paul, and Matthew, bring decades of experience across residential, commercial, and heritage projects, ensuring every clients vision is realised with precision and care. We pride ourselves on fostering the next generation of architects through mentorship and education, while our award-winning portfolio reflects our dedication to technical excellence and socially responsible design.
Services
Architectural Services
Conservation
Interior Design
Sustainability Awareness
Personal Injury Adaptations
Access Consultancy
Project Management
BIM Implementation
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We specialise in inclusive design and accessibility adaptations with industry-leading expertise.
- Our ISO9001 and ISO14001 accreditations ensure rigorous quality and environmental standards.
- Directors have over 60 years combined experience in residential, commercial, and heritage sectors.
- Award-winning portfolio demonstrates technical excellence and innovative problem-solving.
- Active contributors to architectural education and national access standards development.
Associations and certifications
- ISO9001
- ISO14001
What people say
Meticulous attention to detail
Quality craftsmanship
Commitment to quality
Innovative solutions
Client-focused approach
Services
Architectural Services
We provide comprehensive architectural services covering all RIBA work stages, from concept to completion. Our approach combines creative innovation with technical precision to deliver bespoke designs tailored to client needs. With expertise in residential, commercial, and heritage sectors, we ensure every project meets exacting quality and sustainability standards.
Conservation
Our conservation specialists focus on historic building preservation, repair, and adaptive reuse. We balance modern functionality with architectural integrity, employing traditional techniques while meeting contemporary standards. Projects include detailed condition assessments, material analysis, and phased restoration plans for listed buildings and conservation areas.
Interior Design
We coordinate interior designs from planning through to 3D visualisation and execution. Our team creates functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that align with client requirements, incorporating lighting, materials, and spatial flow considerations. Services include bespoke joinery design and compliance with accessibility standards.
Sustainability Awareness
Sustainability is embedded in our design process, focusing on energy efficiency, resource management, and environmental impact reduction. We implement passive design strategies, recommend sustainable materials, and utilise BIM for lifecycle analysis. Our goal is to create buildings that minimise ecological footprints while maintaining operational efficiency.
Access Consultancy
We conduct access audits and develop inclusive design strategies to ensure buildings accommodate diverse users. Our services include compliance assessments against accessibility regulations, creating adaptable living spaces, and advising on universal design principles for both new builds and existing structures.
People
Fausto
Director
With 18 years of leadership, Fausto has driven PHP's success while pioneering inclusive design. He chairs the Access Association, developed national access standards with NBS, and examines architecture students at Newcastle University.
Graeme
Director
As founding director, Graeme brings 20 years' experience in residential and lab design, with heritage conservation accreditation. He focuses on sustainable, buildable solutions and manages diverse projects across our portfolio.
Paul
Director
Paul leads award-winning adaptation projects and regeneration schemes. With 13 years at PHP, he oversees quality systems and maintains ISO accreditations, prioritising technical excellence and sustainable design principles.
Matthew
Director
Matthew specialises in residential projects, guiding them from concept to completion. His client-focused approach, shaped by hospitality experience, ensures designs reflect individual client aspirations and practical requirements.
Kayleigh
Architect
Qualified in 2023, Kayleigh works on residential projects with expertise in sustainable design and modern construction methods, contributing fresh perspectives to our design process.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We offer full architectural services across RIBA stages, with specialisms in conservation, interior design, sustainability, personal injury adaptations, and BIM implementation.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
Sustainability is integral to our design process, focusing on energy efficiency, material selection, and environmental impact mitigation from project inception.
Can you handle heritage building projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience in historic building conservation, repair, and adaptation while maintaining architectural integrity.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO9001 for quality management and ISO14001 for environmental standards, ensuring rigorous professional compliance.
How do you approach accessibility in design?
We champion inclusive design principles, conducting access audits and creating spaces that accommodate diverse user needs effectively.
