Business Details
We are PAB Architects, an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice established in 1992 and based in Leigh, Greater Manchester. Our professional team comprises Chartered architects and architectural technologists with extensive experience across Leigh, Wigan, Greater Manchester and the wider North West. We deliver complete architect, planning and design services, promoting technical and specialist knowledge alongside design awareness and environmental perception. We never compromise on the quality of our service or project outcomes, regardless of the scale or type of commission. As a RIBA Chartered Practice, we are committed to delivering the highest-quality professional services that meet rigorous ethical and best practice standards in architecture. Our Practice Principal, Paul Baines, is a RIBA Chartered Member, and we have robust best practice policies in place across all aspects of our business.
We are an established, reliable and experienced architect partner for all development projects, from initial concept to final completion. We place value at the heart of every project we undertake, ensuring each commission delivers meaningful benefits for clients and communities. We work across a full suite of industry sectors, including residential housing, retail, leisure, industrial, manufacturing and laboratory settings. Our work creates unique, functional places for communities to live, work and enjoy, while driving economic opportunities and enhancing local architecture. We add value through considered, high-quality design, and our award-winning approach has seen us receive a number of Urban Design Awards. We have excellent understanding of both commercial and residential projects, making us an established leader in local architect, planning and design services.
We are an established, reliable and experienced architect partner for all development projects, from initial concept to final completion. We place value at the heart of every project we undertake, ensuring each commission delivers meaningful benefits for clients and communities. We work across a full suite of industry sectors, including residential housing, retail, leisure, industrial, manufacturing and laboratory settings. Our work creates unique, functional places for communities to live, work and enjoy, while driving economic opportunities and enhancing local architecture. We add value through considered, high-quality design, and our award-winning approach has seen us receive a number of Urban Design Awards. We have excellent understanding of both commercial and residential projects, making us an established leader in local architect, planning and design services.
Highlights and features
- We are a RIBA Chartered Practice established in 1992
- Our Practice Principal is a registered RIBA Chartered Member
- We have won multiple Urban Design Awards for our work
- We manage projects from inception to completion and beyond
- Our team comprises Chartered architects and technologists
Services
Planning Consultancy
We provide expert planning consultancy for residential, commercial and mixed-use development projects across the North West. Our team works with clients to navigate local planning regulations and secure the necessary approvals for their schemes. We leverage our extensive local knowledge to maximise the likelihood of successful planning outcomes for every commission.
Architectural Certification
We deliver formal architectural certification for all types of building projects, ensuring full compliance with UK building regulations and industry standards. Our chartered architects provide thorough, accurate certification to validate that designs and construction work meet all required safety and quality criteria. This service gives clients confidence that their project meets all legal and professional obligations.
Bespoke Residential Design
We offer bespoke residential design services for custom home projects across Cheshire, West Lancashire and the wider North West. Our team works closely with clients to create unique, functional living spaces that reflect their personal preferences and lifestyle needs. Every design is tailored to maximise light, space and value for the clients property.
Project Management
We provide full end-to-end project management for new build, regeneration, refurbishment and restoration projects from initial concept to final completion. Our team oversees all aspects of the project, including technical drawings, contractor coordination and quality control, to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. We keep clients informed at every stage, providing full transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
Restoration Services
We specialise in the restoration of historic and period properties, preserving original features while updating spaces to meet modern living standards. Our chartered architects have extensive experience in sensitive restoration work that respects the heritage of the building. We deliver restoration projects that enhance property value and maintain the character of the original structure.
