Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in the North East
HMH Architects Ltd is an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice established in the North East with extensive operations across the North of England. Since our formation in 1953, we have cultivated a reputation for delivering design-led architectural solutions tailored to diverse client needs. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, educational, and industrial sectors, with a particular focus on sustainable social and affordable housing. We combine over seven decades of experience with cutting-edge BIM technology to provide director-led, client-centric services.Our team specialises in new builds, refurbishments, and regeneration projects, ranging from minor domestic extensions to 10m developments. We prioritise technical excellence, environmental responsibility, and collaborative relationships with clients and project teams. Our BIM Level 2 certification enhances project coordination and cost efficiency, while our Principal Designer services ensure compliance with CDM and Building Regulations. We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication and a commitment to exceeding project expectations.
Services
Architectural Design
BIM Services
Principal Designer
Refurbishment Projects
Social Housing
Contract Administration
Regeneration Schemes
Supported Living Design
3D Visualisation
Building Regulations Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of architectural experience since 1953
- RIBA Chartered Practice with BIM Level 2 certification
- Specialists in sustainable social and affordable housing schemes
- Director-led service with technical expertise in complex projects
- Principal Designer services compliant with CDM and Building Regulations
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural services from concept design to construction management. Our RIBA-accredited team creates innovative solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Using BIM technology, we ensure precise coordination between design elements while maintaining focus on sustainability and functionality.
BIM Services
Our BIM Level 2 certified services enhance project coordination through 3D modelling. We deliver clash detection, visualisation, and common data environment management. This technology-driven approach reduces construction risks and improves cost accuracy while supporting long-term asset management through COBie compliance.
Principal Designer
We act as Principal Designer under CDM and Building Regulations. Our services include health and safety risk management, design coordination, and compliance monitoring. Director David McKellar leads these services, ensuring projects meet all legislative requirements while maintaining design integrity.
Social Housing
Specialist design for social and affordable housing schemes. We create sustainable, high-quality developments ranging from domestic extensions to large-scale residential projects. Our expertise includes supported living environments for vulnerable adults and elderly care facilities that balance functionality with dignity.
Refurbishment Projects
We specialise in historic building restoration and modernisation. Our team assesses structural viability, develops retrofit strategies, and manages conservation requirements. Services include feasibility studies, planning applications, and technical detailing for both listed and modern buildings.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including design, BIM coordination, Principal Designer roles, refurbishment, and contract administration across residential, commercial, and social housing sectors.
Are you RIBA accredited?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice with membership number 28324P, demonstrating our commitment to professional standards and architectural excellence.
Do you specialise in social housing?
Yes, we specialise in social and affordable housing schemes, including supported living developments for vulnerable adults and elderly care facilities.
Can you handle listed building renovations?
Yes, we have extensive experience in refurbishing historic and listed buildings while maintaining their architectural integrity and meeting modern requirements.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Stockton-on-Tees, we operate throughout the North East and North of England, delivering projects of varying scale and complexity.
Are you BIM Level 2 certified?
Yes, we provide BIM Level 2 services as Project Information Managers, using digital tools to enhance design coordination and construction efficiency.
