Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Architectural Services in Kendal & Preston
Mellor Architects is a design-led architecture practice established in 1949, renowned for delivering full-service architectural solutions across healthcare, commercial, residential, education, and leisure sectors. With offices in Kendal, Cumbria, and Preston, Lancashire, we combine creative design with rigorous project management, ensuring every project is supervised by a director from initial consultation to completion. As a RIBA Chartered Practice, we adhere to the RIBA Plan of Work, integrating sustainability and innovation into every project. Our collaborative approach fosters strong client relationships, ensuring tailored solutions that meet specific needs while respecting budgets and timelines. With decades of experience, we prioritise listening to clients, translating their visions into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that enhance communities and environments. Our legacy includes landmark projects such as the Kendal Snowsports Club viewing gallery and healthcare facilities like Keswick Hospital, reflecting our commitment to quality and community impact.We maintain transparency in operations, offering clear communication and fixed-fee or percentage-based pricing models to suit project requirements. Our teams expertise extends to feasibility studies, planning applications, building regulation submissions, and principal designer responsibilities, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the project lifecycle. By blending traditional architectural principles with modern technology, including 3D visualisations and BIM software, we deliver projects that balance creativity with practicality. Our client testimonials underscore our reliability, problem-solving capabilities, and dedication to exceeding expectations, making us a trusted partner for diverse architectural challenges.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Healthcare Architecture
Residential Architecture
Education Architecture
Leisure Architecture
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We are a RIBA Chartered Practice with adherence to industry standards.
- Projects are supervised by directors throughout their lifecycle.
- Specialise in sustainable, innovative architectural solutions for diverse sectors.
- Offer transparent pricing models tailored to project requirements.
- Combine traditional expertise with modern technology like BIM software.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA Chartered Practice
What people say
Outstanding design
Excellent service
Modern dental practice
Seamless interface
Innovative solutions
Services
Commercial Architecture
Mellor Architects delivers innovative commercial architecture solutions, focusing on functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces for retail and business environments. Our approach integrates client needs with regulatory compliance, ensuring projects meet budgetary and operational goals. We provide end-to-end services from concept to completion, enhancing brand identity and customer experience.
Healthcare Architecture
Specialising in healthcare architecture, we design facilities that prioritise patient care, operational efficiency, and modern aesthetics. Our projects include hospitals, clinics, and community healthcare centres, adhering to strict regulatory standards while creating healing environments. We collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure spaces meet clinical and administrative needs.
Residential Architecture
Our residential architecture services cater to private clients and developers, offering bespoke designs for new builds, renovations, and extensions. We focus on creating sustainable, livable spaces that reflect individual lifestyles while maximising property value. From concept to construction, we ensure seamless project delivery.
Education Architecture
Mellor Architects designs educational facilities that foster learning and community engagement. Our portfolio includes schools, colleges, and university buildings, combining functionality with inspiring design. We prioritise adaptable spaces that support evolving educational needs and comply with accessibility standards.
Leisure Architecture
We create leisure and sports facilities that enhance community engagement and user experience. Projects include sports clubs, recreational centres, and cultural venues, designed to balance durability with aesthetic appeal. Our approach ensures spaces are both functional and visually striking, supporting diverse activities.
People
Tom Mellor
Founder
Tom Mellor founded the practice in 1949, known for his modernist designs and contributions to Lancashire's architectural landscape. His work included healthcare facilities, educational buildings, and private residences, blending Scandinavian influences with local traditions. He retired in 1982 but left a legacy of innovation and civic pride.
Questions
What sectors does Mellor Architects specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare, commercial, residential, education, and leisure architecture, delivering tailored solutions across these sectors.
Are Mellor Architects a RIBA Chartered Practice?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice, adhering to the RIBA Plan of Work and Code of Conduct.
How does Mellor Architects manage project timelines and budgets?
Projects are director-led with transparent pricing models, including fixed fees or percentage-based charges, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
What technology does Mellor Architects use?
We utilise BIM software and 3D visualisations for design accuracy and client presentations, integrating modern tools with traditional expertise.
Can Mellor Architects assist with planning applications?
Yes, we handle planning applications, building regulation submissions, and feasibility studies, coordinating with specialists as required.
