Business Details
We are Annelies Rygole and Peter Tompkins, the co-founders of EDGE Architecture, a RIBA Chartered Practice established in 2005 and based near Newbury, Berkshire. With over 20 years of collective professional experience, we specialise in designing new homes, extensions, renovations, listed building projects, barn conversions and residential developments. Our portfolio spans projects across Berkshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, London and further afield, covering a diverse range of residential and heritage briefs. We combine innovative creative design thinking with a practical, grounded understanding of planning regulations, construction processes and commercial viability. Our core passion is creating thoughtful, well-crafted architecture that responds meaningfully to both the people who will use it and its unique surrounding context. We work in close collaboration with every client throughout the entire design process, ensuring their vision is translated into successful, buildable projects.
Whether a client is considering a new build home, a full property renovation, a development opportunity or exploring a sites potential, we provide tailored, expert guidance. Our practice is guided by the core EDGE principle that Everyone Deserves a Good Environment, which underpins our ethical approach to all work. We are deeply committed to our social and environmental responsibilities, integrating sustainable considerations into every project we deliver. Our work has been recognised with multiple industry awards, and our projects have been featured in leading national and international publications including Dezeen, The Modern House, Homebuilding & Renovating, the Financial Times and The Guardian. We pride ourselves on delivering design that is both aesthetically considered and functionally robust, with a track record of positive client feedback and successful project delivery.
Whether a client is considering a new build home, a full property renovation, a development opportunity or exploring a sites potential, we provide tailored, expert guidance. Our practice is guided by the core EDGE principle that Everyone Deserves a Good Environment, which underpins our ethical approach to all work. We are deeply committed to our social and environmental responsibilities, integrating sustainable considerations into every project we deliver. Our work has been recognised with multiple industry awards, and our projects have been featured in leading national and international publications including Dezeen, The Modern House, Homebuilding & Renovating, the Financial Times and The Guardian. We pride ourselves on delivering design that is both aesthetically considered and functionally robust, with a track record of positive client feedback and successful project delivery.
Highlights and features
- We are a RIBA Chartered Practice established in 2005.
- We have over 20 years of specialist residential design experience.
- Our work has won multiple industry design awards.
- Our projects are featured in leading national and international publications.
- We integrate sustainable and socially responsible design into every project.
Services
New Build Homes
We design bespoke, contextually responsive new build homes for private clients and small developers across the south of England. Each design is tailored to the sites unique characteristics and the clients specific lifestyle requirements. Our solutions deliver high-quality, energy-efficient homes that enhance property value and provide long-term comfort for occupants.
House Extensions
We deliver thoughtful, well-integrated house extensions for homeowners seeking to expand their existing living space without moving. Our designs respect the original propertys character while introducing modern, functional layouts that improve daily life. We manage every stage of the process to ensure extensions are buildable, comply with planning rules and add significant value to the property.
Listed Building Renovations
We specialise in sensitive, heritage-compliant renovations for Grade I, Grade II* and Grade II listed properties, as well as buildings in conservation areas. Our team has extensive experience navigating heritage planning requirements to preserve historic features while meeting modern living standards. We deliver renovations that respect a propertys historical significance while improving its functionality and long-term durability.
Barn Conversions
We design bespoke residential barn conversions for agricultural buildings and traditional rural structures across the south of England. Our designs retain the original character and vernacular features of the barn while creating comfortable, modern living spaces that meet contemporary building regulations. We handle all planning and construction coordination to deliver seamless, high-quality conversion projects on time and on budget.
Residential Developments
We deliver full-service design for small to medium-scale residential developments for private clients, housing associations and property developers. Our team manages every stage from initial site appraisal and planning submission to detailed technical design and construction oversight. We create high-quality, sustainable housing schemes that comply with all regulations and deliver strong returns on investment for clients.
