Business Details
16 Years
experience
Chartered Architects in Manchester | Fletcher Rae
Fletcher Rae is a chartered architectural practice established in 2010 through the merger of Fletcher Architects and Rae-Design. Our Manchester-based studio fosters collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to delivering commercially viable, sustainable projects across diverse sectors. With a multidisciplinary team, we combine technical expertise and imaginative design to create functional spaces that meet client needs. Our portfolio spans commercial, residential, healthcare, and energy-from-waste developments, reflecting our adaptability and sector-specific knowledge. We prioritise client relationships, maintaining long-term partnerships through transparent communication and tailored solutions.Our approach integrates aesthetics with practicality, ensuring buildings are both visually striking and operationally efficient. Sustainability is central to our practice, incorporating passive design, energy-efficient systems, and recycled materials. We actively contribute to industry innovation, leveraging cross-sector experience to solve complex challenges. Recognised for our commercial acumen, we provide value engineering and design appraisal services to optimise project viability. With a national reach and ambitious growth plans, we remain dedicated to creating spaces that enhance communities and environments.
Services
Architectural Design
Sustainable Architecture
Master Planning
Interior Design
Project Management
Commercial Development
Energy from Waste Facilities
Student Accommodation
Historic Building Conversion
Urban Regeneration
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 14+ years of chartered architectural expertise across 10+ sectors
- Our multidisciplinary team combines technical knowledge with creative problem-solving
- We prioritise sustainability through energy-efficient systems and recycled materials
- Our collaborative approach maintains 80% repeat client engagement
- We deliver nationwide projects with localised design sensitivity
What people say
Award-winning designs
Excellent collaboration
Sustainable expertise
Timely delivery
Creative problem-solving
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates bespoke solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. We combine aesthetic vision with technical precision to deliver functional spaces that meet client requirements. Our process involves detailed site analysis, concept development, and regulatory compliance to ensure successful project outcomes.
Sustainable Architecture
We integrate environmental considerations throughout the design process, employing passive design strategies and energy-efficient systems. Our approach reduces carbon footprints while maintaining operational efficiency. This service includes life-cycle assessments and material selection to achieve long-term sustainability goals.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans for large-scale developments, balancing commercial viability with community needs. Our expertise covers zoning strategies, infrastructure integration, and phased implementation. This service ensures cohesive growth while maintaining environmental and economic sustainability.
Energy from Waste Facilities
Specialist design for energy recovery facilities that convert waste into usable energy. We address technical complexities while ensuring environmental compliance. Our solutions optimise resource recovery and support circular economy principles through innovative engineering approaches.
Historic Building Conversion
We specialise in repurposing listed buildings while preserving historical integrity. Our approach combines modern functionality with traditional craftsmanship. This service includes heritage impact assessments and collaboration with conservation experts to ensure sensitive, code-compliant transformations.
People
John Clarke
Director
John leads architectural projects with a focus on commercial developments, combining technical expertise with creative vision to deliver client-focused solutions.
Daniel Lesser
Director
Daniel specialises in industrial architecture, applying practical design solutions to complex logistics and manufacturing facilities while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Ben Battye
Director
Ben oversees healthcare and education projects, ensuring functional spaces that meet sector-specific requirements while prioritising user wellbeing and accessibility.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services across 10+ sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, and energy-from-waste developments.
Do you specialise in sustainable design?
Yes, sustainability is core to our practice, incorporating energy-efficient systems, recycled materials, and passive design strategies in all projects.
Can you handle large-scale developments?
Our team has extensive experience delivering complex, multi-million-pound projects nationwide, including master-planning and urban regeneration schemes.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We maintain open communication through regular meetings and digital collaboration tools, ensuring client input at every project stage.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are a Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) registered practice with ISO 9001 quality management certification.
