Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Stockport
Established in 1947, we are a design-led architectural practice based near Manchester. Our expertise spans architecture, building surveying, urban design, and conservation, serving diverse sectors including residential, judiciary, education, and high-rise remediation. We prioritise meaningful collaboration with clients, building users, and communities to create enduring spaces tailored to their needs.Our team combines technical precision with creative problem-solving, delivering projects from concept to completion. With a legacy of innovation, we focus on design excellence that balances client aspirations with practical functionality. Our commitment to sustainability and heritage preservation underpins all our work, ensuring lasting value for stakeholders.
Services
Architecture
Building Surveying
Conservation
Urban Design
BIM Modelling
Sustainability Assessments
Principal Designer Services
3D Visualisations
Quantity Surveying
Masterplanning
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of architectural experience since 1947
- Specialise in complex sectors including conservation and high-rise remediation
- Offer end-to-end services from concept to project completion
- Combine technical precision with creative design solutions
- Maintain long-term client relationships through collaborative working
What people say
Outstanding service
Always approachable
Design excellence
Successful delivery
Technical expertise
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services cover all project stages from initial concept to completion. We create innovative, functional spaces tailored to client requirements while maintaining technical precision. Our team specialises in residential, commercial, and public sector projects across the UK.
Conservation
We specialise in preserving historic buildings through detailed conservation work. Our expertise includes quinquennial surveys, heritage asset management, and sensitive restoration of listed structures while maintaining modern functionality standards.
Building Surveying
Our surveying team provides comprehensive building inspections, condition reports, and remediation strategies. We offer expert advice on structural integrity, compliance, and maintenance solutions for both historic and modern properties.
BIM Modelling
We utilise Building Information Modelling for enhanced project visualisation and coordination. Our BIM services improve design accuracy, streamline construction processes, and support efficient building lifecycle management for complex developments.
Principal Designer Services
As Principal Designers, we manage health and safety compliance throughout projects. Our services ensure regulatory adherence while coordinating design teams to deliver safe, efficient construction outcomes for all project types.
People
Vicky Saunders
Vicky leads our architectural team with extensive experience in residential and commercial developments. She focuses on delivering design excellence through collaborative client relationships and innovative problem-solving approaches.
Manuel Atkinson
Director
Manuel oversees project delivery with specialist expertise in high-rise buildings and complex remediation schemes. He ensures technical excellence across all projects while maintaining strong client engagement throughout the design process.
Emma Cross
Business Development Director
Emma manages client relationships and business growth strategies. With deep sector knowledge, she connects our architectural expertise with client needs to develop long-term partnerships and successful project outcomes.
Simon Dennis
Director
Simon specialises in conservation architecture with significant experience restoring historic buildings. He combines traditional techniques with modern requirements to preserve heritage assets while ensuring functional adaptation.
Adrian Pearson
Senior Conservation Architect
Adrian leads conservation projects with expertise in historic building restoration. He conducts detailed quinquennial surveys and develops sensitive repair strategies that maintain architectural integrity while meeting contemporary standards.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design, building surveying, conservation, BIM modelling, and urban design services for residential, commercial, and public sector projects.
How long has your practice been established?
We have been operating since 1947, offering architectural expertise for over 75 years across the UK.
Do you specialise in any particular building types?
We specialise in high-rise remediation, historic conservation, residential developments, and complex retrofit projects.
Can you handle large-scale housing developments?
Yes, we have extensive experience delivering both affordable and private housing schemes at scale.
How do you approach sustainability in design?
We integrate sustainability through energy assessments, Passivhaus principles, and PAS2035 retrofit solutions in all our projects.
