Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in London
As R M A Architects, we have dedicated ourselves to shaping environments that enrich lives through exceptional design and placemaking. With over four decades of experience, our practice thrives on collaborative ethos, uniting creative individuals to unlock the full potential of every project. Our team prioritises sustainable regeneration and masterplanning, specialising in transforming complex urban brownfield sites into vibrant communities.We integrate academic research with practice, maintaining strong ties with architecture schools and mentoring students through professional qualifications. Our directors remain actively involved in projects, ensuring technical expertise and a personal service to clients. We believe architecture is a continually evolving art, driven by innovation and a commitment to exceed expectations while fostering team growth and professional development.
Services
Regeneration
Masterplanning
Architectural Design
Urban Planning
Sustainable Development
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of expertise in architectural regeneration and masterplanning.
- Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for complex urban challenges.
- RIBA Chartered Practice status demonstrates our industry-leading standards.
- We integrate academic research with practical innovation for cutting-edge design.
- Direct director involvement guarantees technical excellence and client focus.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA Chartered Practice
Services
Regeneration
We revitalise complex urban sites through sustainable regeneration strategies. Our expertise includes transforming brownfield land into vibrant mixed-use communities while respecting heritage and environmental constraints. By addressing challenges like contamination and flood risk, we create value for clients and foster long-term community growth through context-driven design solutions.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning services create cohesive developments that balance residential, commercial, and public spaces. With 40+ years of experience, we deliver sustainable neighbourhoods through stakeholder consultation and detailed analysis of site constraints. Our holistic approach ensures developments integrate seamlessly with existing urban fabric while meeting client and community aspirations.
Architectural Design
We craft innovative architectural solutions that combine aesthetic quality with functional excellence. Our design process prioritises materiality, spatial experience, and technical precision across diverse building types. By maintaining director-led project teams, we ensure rigorous attention to detail from concept through to construction completion.
Sustainable Development
Sustainability underpins all our projects through energy-efficient design and resource-conscious material selection. We address climate challenges by integrating passive design strategies and renewable technologies. Our approach balances environmental responsibility with economic viability to deliver future-proof developments that meet evolving regulatory standards.
Academic Collaboration
We bridge practice and education through partnerships with architecture schools. Our apprenticeship programmes and research collaborations foster innovation by combining academic theory with real-world application. This unique model enhances our design capabilities while contributing to the profession's evolving knowledge base through practice-led research initiatives.
People
Chris Tapp
Director
With decades of architectural experience, Chris leads projects with technical expertise and a commitment to design excellence. He actively mentors team members while ensuring client satisfaction through innovative solutions.
Sam Handscombe
Director
Sam combines urban design knowledge with strategic vision, driving regeneration projects that transform complex sites into thriving communities while maintaining focus on sustainable outcomes.
Laura McLaughlin
Director
Laura specialises in masterplanning and stakeholder engagement, ensuring developments meet both client objectives and community needs through collaborative design processes.
Nimesh Patel
Team Director
Nimesh oversees project delivery with attention to technical standards and regulatory compliance, combining practical experience with academic contributions to architectural education.
Jo Lewinski
Director
Jo leads design teams with creative vision, focusing on material innovation and spatial quality across residential and commercial projects while supporting professional development initiatives.
Questions
What areas does RM Architects specialise in?
We focus on regeneration, masterplanning, and sustainable urban design across London and the UK.
How long has RM Architects been in operation?
Our practice has delivered architectural solutions for over 40 years.
What makes RM Architects unique?
We combine academic research with practical innovation and maintain direct director involvement in projects.
Do you work on complex urban sites?
Yes, we specialise in transforming challenging brownfield sites into thriving communities.
How does RM Architects support professional development?
We mentor architecture students and integrate academic partnerships with practice-based learning.
