Business Details
Trusted Chartered Architects in Shropshire
We are a RIBA Chartered Architectural Practice based in Shropshire, delivering tailored design solutions for domestic and commercial clients across the UK. Our expertise spans planning applications, building control submissions, tender administration, and innovative architectural design. We specialise in adapting existing structures while prioritising sustainability and client aspirations. With decades of combined experience, our team ensures clear communication throughout every project phase, from initial sketches to detailed specifications. Our proven track record in securing planning approvals and managing complex projects underscores our commitment to quality.We focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet individual client needs while adhering to budgetary and environmental constraints. Our portfolio includes work on schools, theatres, listed buildings, healthcare facilities, and sustainable residential developments. By integrating modern techniques with traditional craftsmanship, we deliver enduring architectural solutions that balance practicality with visionary design.
Services
Architectural Design
Project Management
Planning Applications
Sustainable Design
Restoration Projects
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years combined experience in architectural design and project management
- Our RIBA accreditation ensures adherence to the highest industry standards
- We specialise in complex planning approvals for challenging sites and listed buildings
- Our sustainable design expertise includes Passivhaus and energy-efficient retrofitting
- We provide end-to-end project management from concept to construction completion
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- APM
Services
Architectural Design
We create bespoke architectural solutions balancing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. Our RIBA-chartered team develops concepts from initial sketches to detailed technical drawings, ensuring compliance with planning regulations while meeting client aspirations. Specialising in both new builds and property extensions, we deliver designs that enhance property value and user experience through innovative spatial planning and material selection.
Project Management
Our APM-accredited project managers oversee developments from inception to completion. We coordinate consultants, contractors, and authorities to maintain timelines and budgets. With expertise in complex projects including theatres and healthcare facilities, we ensure quality control and regulatory compliance throughout the construction process while maintaining transparent client communication.
Planning Applications
We specialise in securing planning permissions for challenging sites and listed buildings. Our approach combines technical expertise with strategic consultation, preparing comprehensive submissions that address local authority requirements. With a proven track record in complex approvals, we navigate regulatory frameworks to transform ambitious designs into approved realities while minimising delays.
Sustainable Design
We integrate energy-efficient solutions into all projects, from Passivhaus standards to retrofitting historic buildings. Our approach balances environmental responsibility with practicality, employing renewable materials and energy-saving technologies. We advise on sustainability certifications and help clients achieve regulatory compliance while reducing long-term operational costs through intelligent design.
Restoration Projects
Our team specialises in preserving listed buildings while adapting them for modern use. With extensive experience in Grade I/II* structures, we employ traditional craftsmanship alongside contemporary techniques. We manage sensitive restoration work on theatres, galleries, and historic homes, ensuring structural integrity and regulatory compliance while maintaining architectural heritage value.
People
Jackie Bleach
Partner
BA(Hons) Kingston, DipArch RIBA. Former RHWL arts team member with expertise in theatre restoration. Specialises in sustainable design and challenging planning projects. Led numerous heritage and residential developments across the UK.
Chris Purves
Partner
APM-accredited project manager with construction industry experience. Specialises in arts projects and healthcare facilities. Managed major theatre renovations and academy college developments. Provides technical expertise in complex construction delivery.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design, planning applications, project management, sustainable design solutions, and heritage restoration services for residential and commercial clients.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in Grade I and II* listed buildings, offering sensitive restoration and adaptive reuse solutions while maintaining historical integrity and meeting modern requirements.
Can you help with planning permission?
We have a strong track record securing planning approvals, including complex cases involving listed buildings, conservation areas, and challenging sites.
Are you experienced in sustainable design?
Yes, we incorporate energy-efficient solutions in all projects, including Passivhaus standards, renewable materials, and retrofitting existing structures for improved environmental performance.
How do you manage construction projects?
Our APM-accredited team provides end-to-end project management, coordinating contractors, monitoring budgets, and ensuring quality control throughout the construction process.
