Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Tunbridge Wells
Established in 2003, we are a husband-and-wife architectural practice dedicated to delivering high-quality contemporary design with hands-on project management. Our approach prioritizes functional spaces that excite users while responding to context, site conditions, and historical significance. With extensive experience in low-energy sustainable buildings, we combine creative vision with practical expertise to transform client aspirations into timeless structures. Our work emphasizes natural light integration, spatial efficiency, and material harmony between buildings and landscapes.We maintain close client collaboration throughout all project phases, from feasibility studies to construction completion. Our portfolio spans residential conversions, new builds, listed buildings, and public projects across the South East of England. Recognized for RIBA Award-winning projects and Civic Trust accolades, we balance innovation with buildability. Our practice philosophy centers on limited project numbers to ensure dedicated attention to each commission.
Services
Architecture
Interiors
Project Management
Pre-Purchase Advice
Feasibility Studies
Planning Consent
Detail Design
Tendering Services
Construction Management
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in contemporary architectural design
- Our team holds RIBA-accredited professional qualifications
- We provide hands-on project management from concept to completion
- Our sustainable design approach reduces long-term energy costs
- We maintain direct client collaboration throughout all project phases
What people say
Highly recommended
Professional service
Creative ideas
Attention to detail
Pleasure to work with
Services
Architecture
We create contemporary architectural solutions tailored to site conditions and client needs. Our services cover all project stages from initial concepts to construction completion. With particular expertise in residential transformations and public buildings, we integrate sustainable materials and energy-efficient design principles. Our RIBA-accredited architects ensure compliance with planning regulations while maintaining design integrity.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management services ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery. Our hands-on approach includes contractor coordination, site inspections, and progress monitoring. We maintain direct communication between clients and construction teams to resolve issues promptly. Our experience spans both private residential projects and large-scale public developments.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design service focuses on low-energy buildings using renewable materials. We optimize natural light integration and passive solar heating while meeting modern energy standards. This approach reduces long-term running costs without compromising aesthetic quality. We advise on eco-friendly material selections and energy-efficient construction methods.
Listed Building Adaptation
We specialize in adapting historic properties while preserving architectural heritage. Our expertise includes obtaining listed building consents and navigating conservation area regulations. We balance modern functionality with historical integrity through sensitive design solutions. Recent projects include award-winning extensions to protected structures.
Pre-Purchase Advice
We offer expert guidance for property acquisitions, assessing development potential and constraints. Our service includes feasibility studies, planning opportunity analysis, and cost estimation for proposed modifications. This helps clients make informed decisions about properties that may require significant renovation or expansion.
People
Adam Penton
Architect
Qualified RIBA architect with 25+ years' experience in contemporary design. Specializes in residential projects and master planning. Previously Associate at Patel Taylor Architects. Holds BA Hons and Dip Arch from Sheffield University.
Annelise Penton
Architect
RIBA-registered architect with expertise in listed building adaptations. Former senior architect at Arup Associates. Specializes in public buildings and conservation projects. Holds BA Hons and Dip Arch from Sheffield University.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architecture from pre-purchase advice through planning, design, and construction management for residential and commercial projects.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience with listed building consents and historic property adaptations, including award-winning conservation projects.
Are you experienced in sustainable design?
Our practice specializes in low-energy buildings using sustainable materials, integrating passive solar design and energy-efficient construction methods.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across Kent, East Sussex, Mid Sussex, Surrey, and London, with particular expertise in local authority planning requirements.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We maintain continuous client collaboration, using detailed visualizations and regular consultations to ensure designs align with client aspirations.
What makes your approach unique?
Our hands-on husband-and-wife team combines creative vision with practical buildability knowledge, maintaining personal involvement in every project.
