Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Wirral
Established in 2001, we are a registered architectural practice with the Architects Registration Board, dedicated to delivering professional architectural solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our expertise spans residential extensions, new builds, and commercial projects, supported by over 10 years of experience in Wirral and beyond. Neil Braithwaite, our founder, brings a wealth of knowledge from diverse sectors, including healthcare, retail, and conservation projects, gained through collaborations with firms like DTR Ormrod and Braithwaite Associates.We specialise in guiding clients through the entire project lifecycle, from initial consultations and measured surveys to planning applications, building control submissions, and site inspections. Our commitment to affordability and quality has enabled us to complete over 70 retail projects for major brands like Skechers across the UK and Europe, alongside bespoke domestic and commercial developments.
Services
Home Extensions
New Build Projects
Planning Applications
Building Regulations Compliance
Commercial Retail Projects
Shop Fit-Outs
Office Design
Residential Development
Conservation Area Projects
Healthcare Sector Extensions
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of architectural experience across residential, commercial, and healthcare sectors.
- Our team handles end-to-end project management, from surveys to building control approvals.
- We specialise in conservation area projects with sensitive design solutions.
- Our retail portfolio includes 70+ stores for brands like Skechers across the UK and Europe.
- We prioritise client collaboration to align designs with individual budgets and requirements.
Associations and certifications
- Architects Registration Board
Services
Home Extensions
We design and manage home extensions tailored to your lifestyle and budget. Our process includes initial consultations, concept designs, and full planning and building regulation approvals. With expertise in Wirral's conservation areas, we ensure seamless integration of new spaces with existing structures while maximising functionality and value.
Commercial Retail Projects
Specialising in retail architecture, we deliver shop fit-outs and store designs for brands like Skechers across the UK and Europe. Our services cover brand-aligned concept development, space planning, and end-to-end project management from planning applications to final construction, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency for high-street and outlet locations.
Planning Applications
We streamline the planning process by preparing and submitting detailed applications to local authorities. Our expertise includes addressing site-specific challenges, negotiating with planning officers, and securing approvals for residential, commercial, and conservation projects, ensuring compliance with current regulations and minimising delays.
Building Regulations Compliance
Our team ensures all projects meet UK building regulations through detailed technical drawings and specifications. We handle submissions to building control bodies, coordinate inspections, and provide site supervision to guarantee structural safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility standards are met for both domestic and commercial developments.
Conservation Area Projects
We specialise in sensitive architectural solutions for conservation areas, balancing modern functionality with historical integrity. Our services include heritage impact assessments, traditional material sourcing, and collaboration with local authorities to secure approvals for extensions, renovations, and new builds in protected zones.
People
Neil Braithwaite
Founder & Architect
Neil Braithwaite qualified as an architect in 1999 after studying at Liverpool University. He gained diverse experience with firms like DTR Ormrod and Braithwaite Associates before founding his practice in 2008. His expertise spans residential, commercial, and healthcare projects, with a focus on client collaboration and regulatory compliance.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide home extensions, new builds, commercial retail projects, planning applications, building regulations compliance, and conservation area developments.
Do you handle planning permission applications?
Yes, we prepare and submit planning applications, liaise with local authorities, and ensure compliance with regulations to secure approvals.
Can you work on conservation area projects?
Yes, we specialise in sensitive designs for conservation areas, balancing modern needs with historical preservation requirements.
What commercial clients have you worked with?
We've completed over 70 retail projects for Skechers and worked on flagship stores for Hugo Boss and Ugg across the UK and Europe.
How do you manage project budgets?
We offer step-by-step services tailored to your budget, including phased design and cost-effective material selection without compromising quality.
