Business Details
15 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in York & Newcastle
Established in 2011, Carve Architecture is an award-winning RIBA Chartered Architects practice based in York and Newcastle. Our core discipline is architecture, and we are committed to delivering the highest quality of client service alongside technical and professional excellence. We specialise in creating buildings that are enjoyable, low-energy, and tailored to our clients' needs and building contexts. Our team brings together diverse skills across residential, commercial, retail, civic, and masterplanning projects, supported by expertise in sustainability and building research. We have extensive experience working with historic buildings in conservation areas and listed buildings, with partner Tim Hatton registered as an RIBA Conservation Registrant.Our practice has been recognised with multiple awards, including the York Design Awards (2014, 2017, 2024) and the LABC Building Excellence Award (2021). We offer a comprehensive service from initial consultation through planning, technical design, and construction, with a focus on clear communication and collaboration. Our commitment to post-occupancy evaluation ensures our designs meet real-world performance standards. With offices in York and Newcastle, we serve clients across Yorkshire, the North-East, and the wider North of England.
Services
Architecture
Residential Projects
Commercial Projects
Conservation
Sustainable Design
Masterplanning
Planning Applications
Technical Drawings
Post-Occupancy Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years of experience in residential and commercial architecture.
- Our practice has won multiple York Design Awards and a LABC Building Excellence Award.
- We specialise in sustainable, low-energy design with Passivhaus-certified expertise.
- Our team includes an RIBA Conservation Registrant for heritage projects.
- We offer end-to-end project management from planning to construction.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA Chartered Architects
What people say
Stunning designs
Perfectly understood our brief
Smooth planning process
Award-winning expertise
Services
Architecture
We provide comprehensive architectural services from concept to completion. Our approach combines creative design with technical expertise to deliver buildings that meet client needs and regulatory standards. With a focus on sustainability and context-specific solutions, we handle projects ranging from private residences to large-scale commercial developments.
Residential Projects
Specialising in residential architecture, we create tailored solutions for home extensions, renovations, and new builds. Our team works closely with homeowners to understand their lifestyles and aspirations, ensuring designs that enhance living spaces while respecting existing structures and local planning policies.
Commercial Projects
We design functional and aesthetically pleasing commercial spaces for offices, retail, and mixed-use developments. Our process includes strategic planning, concept design, and technical execution to meet business requirements while adhering to budget and timeline constraints.
Conservation
Our conservation expertise covers listed buildings and properties in conservation areas. We balance preservation with modernisation, using traditional materials and techniques to maintain historical integrity while improving functionality and energy efficiency.
Sustainable Design
We integrate low-energy principles into all projects, including Passivhaus-certified designs. Our approach reduces environmental impact through innovative materials, thermal efficiency, and post-occupancy evaluation to ensure performance aligns with design intent.
People
Tim Hatton
Partner
Tim has extensive residential sector experience, including masterplanning and heritage architecture. He co-chairs the York Architectural Association and sits on the RIBA Regional Council.
James Peat
Partner
James specialises in residential and elderly care architecture, with a focus on improving quality of life through design. He brings expertise in project delivery from inception to completion.
David Morland
Consultant Architect
David is a Certified Passivhaus Designer with expertise in low-energy buildings and innovative materials. He leads complex mixed-use schemes with a focus on sustainability.
Dr Kate Morland
Consultant Architect
Kate specialises in post-occupancy evaluation and building performance analysis. Her research ensures designs meet real-world functionality and energy efficiency standards.
Kasia Bu
Architect
Kasia focuses on sustainable design and retrofit projects. She qualified through the Architecture Apprenticeship route and brings fresh perspectives on energy-efficient solutions.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including residential and commercial design, conservation, masterplanning, and sustainable building solutions.
Do you work outside Yorkshire and the North-East?
While based in York and Newcastle, we serve clients across the wider North of England region.
What awards have you won?
We've won York Design Awards in 2014, 2017, and 2024, plus the 2021 LABC Building Excellence Award for Best Residential Extension.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We integrate Passivhaus principles, low-energy materials, and post-occupancy evaluation to ensure buildings perform as designed while minimising environmental impact.
Can I get a free initial consultation?
Yes, we offer free drop-in sessions at our York office on second and fourth Thursdays for home extension and energy efficiency advice.
