Business Details
50+ Years
experience
RLM Architects | Trusted Design & Planning Experts
Established in 1946, RLM Architects is a Chartered RIBA and RICS registered practice based in Wimborne. Our expertise spans commercial, healthcare, community, historic buildings, and residential sectors. With over seven decades of experience, we combine traditional architectural principles with modern innovation to deliver tailored solutions. Our team of seasoned professionals, including specialists in conservation and healthcare architecture, provides comprehensive services from initial concept to project completion. We prioritise client collaboration, ensuring projects meet functional, aesthetic, and regulatory requirements while preserving historical integrity.Our in-house quantity surveying and project management capabilities enhance efficiency and value for money. Recognised for excellence in church and listed building conservation, we maintain long-standing partnerships with NHS Trusts and private clients. Continuous professional development ensures our team remains at the forefront of technical and regulatory advancements. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, expertise, and commitment to transforming architectural visions into reality.
Services
Architectural Design
Conservation
Project Management
Quantity Surveying
Healthcare Architecture
Church Renovations
Residential Development
Planning Applications
Technical Consultancy
Heritage Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- 75 years of architectural expertise across diverse sectors
- Specialist conservation knowledge for listed and historic buildings
- In-house quantity surveying and project management services
- Longstanding partnerships with NHS Trusts and religious institutions
- Chartered professionals committed to continuous technical development
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- RICS
What people say
Efficient, supportive, detailed work
First-class service
Transformed church spaces
Expert NHS knowledge
Reliable problem-solving
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative architectural solutions for new builds and renovations. Our approach combines aesthetic creativity with technical precision to meet client needs. Services include concept development, planning applications, and construction documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.
Conservation
Specialist conservation of listed buildings and historic structures. Our team preserves architectural integrity while implementing modern upgrades. We conduct condition surveys, prepare conservation plans, and manage sensitive restoration projects for churches and heritage sites.
Healthcare Architecture
Tailored design solutions for healthcare environments. We deliver GP surgeries, hospitals, and care homes with specialist knowledge of NHS requirements. Our experience includes infection control, accessibility standards, and creating therapeutic environments for patient well-being.
Project Management
Comprehensive project management from inception to completion. We coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure quality control. Our in-house quantity surveying expertise provides cost certainty throughout the project lifecycle.
Church Architecture
Specialist ecclesiastical architecture services including church renovations, extensions, and new builds. We understand the unique requirements of sacred spaces, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality while respecting historical significance.
People
Keith Loveless
Managing Director
Chartered Architect with 40+ years' experience specialising in church and conservation projects. RIBA member and listed building inspector for Salisbury and Winchester Diocese. Leads complex heritage schemes and community architecture initiatives.
Paul Hougham
Finance Director
Chartered Quantity Surveyor managing financial and project management aspects. 30+ years' construction industry experience including healthcare, commercial, and heritage sectors. Provides cost consultancy and procurement expertise.
Roy Brammer
Technical Director
Chartered Building Engineer with expertise in healthcare and commercial developments. Specialises in technical detailing, fire strategy, and project delivery. Manages complex NHS Trust projects across southern England.
Hannah Herringshaw
Associate
Architectural Designer pursuing RIBA Part 3 qualification. Specialises in hospitality and residential projects. Combines interior architecture expertise with practical construction knowledge to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces.
Lucy Harwood
Associate
Architectural Designer with specialist conservation interest. Currently completing RIBA Part 3 qualification. Experienced in heritage projects including church renovations and listed building adaptations, blending historical sensitivity with modern requirements.
Questions
What architectural services does RLM offer?
We provide full architectural services including conservation, healthcare projects, residential/commercial design, planning applications, and project management with in-house quantity surveying.
Do you specialise in historic building work?
Yes, we have extensive experience with listed buildings, churches, and heritage conservation, maintaining historical integrity while meeting modern requirements.
How do you manage complex projects?
Our Chartered team combines technical expertise with project management skills, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex schemes on time and budget.
What sectors do you work in?
We operate across healthcare, residential, commercial, community, and heritage sectors with particular strength in NHS and ecclesiastical projects.
How do you ensure quality standards?
As RIBA and RICS members, we maintain rigorous quality controls through continuous professional development and adherence to industry best practices.
