Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architect in Barnstaple
We are a North Devon-based architectural practice offering a client-focused approach to architecture across Devon and the South West. With 20 years of industry experience and over 15 years as a qualified RIBA and ARB-registered architect, we deliver projects spanning residential, commercial, leisure, education, and conservation sectors. Our expertise includes navigating planning authorities, building control, and managing relationships with contractors to ensure seamless project delivery.We provide tailored services from inception to completion, supported by a deep understanding of heritage policies and sustainability principles. Our commitment to transparency ensures clients receive clear fee structures and regular progress updates throughout their projects.
Services
Initial Site Appraisal
Concept Design
Feasibility Studies
Planning Applications
Project Management
Conservation Works
Sustainability Advice
3D Visualisations
Building Regulations
CDM Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of architectural industry experience
- Our team includes RIBA and ARB registered architects
- We specialise in residential, commercial, and conservation sectors
- We maintain transparent fee structures and progress reporting
- Our local network includes trusted contractors and suppliers
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- ARB
Services
Concept Design
We develop tailored architectural concepts aligned with client requirements and site constraints. Our process includes initial sketches, spatial planning, and material selection to create functional, aesthetically pleasing designs. This service caters to residential and commercial projects requiring innovative architectural solutions.
Planning Applications
Our team manages full planning submission processes including pre-application consultations and documentation preparation. We specialise in securing approvals for complex projects within conservation areas and listed buildings. This service ensures compliance with local authority requirements and heritage policies.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management from design development to site supervision. Our services include contractor coordination, budget monitoring, and quality control to ensure timely delivery. This comprehensive approach benefits clients requiring single-point accountability for their construction projects.
Conservation Works
Specialist conservation services for listed buildings and historic sites include condition assessments and sympathetic restoration plans. We balance modern functionality with heritage preservation requirements, demonstrated through completed projects at Grade I and II* listed properties across the UK.
Building Regulations
We prepare detailed technical drawings and documentation to meet current building standards. Our expertise covers structural calculations, fire safety provisions, and accessibility requirements. This service ensures all projects achieve necessary approvals while maintaining design integrity.
People
Sam Nolan
Chartered Architect
Sam Nolan is a RIBA and ARB-registered architect with 20 years' experience in residential, commercial, and conservation projects. He specialises in navigating planning processes and delivering complex schemes across Devon and the South West.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services from concept design to project completion, including planning applications, building regulations, conservation works, and project management tailored to residential, commercial, and heritage projects.
Do you work outside Devon?
While based in North Devon, we operate throughout the South West region and have experience managing projects across various UK locations through our established professional network.
How are your fees structured?
Fees follow the RIBA Plan of Work with stage-based invoicing. We provide clear cost breakdowns upfront and offer free initial consultations to discuss project-specific requirements and budget considerations.
Can you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we specialise in conservation and have extensive experience with listed building consents, heritage assessments, and sympathetic restoration projects for both private and commercial clients.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects of all scales from single-dwelling extensions to large commercial developments, adapting our approach to suit each client's specific needs and project complexity.
