Business Details
12 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services
Established in 2014, we are a leading UK architectural practice specialising in residential, extra care, and dementia care homes alongside multi-use developments. Our clients trust our market insight and expertise in the later-living sector to deliver innovative, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environments. With over 50 major residential care projects completed, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative approach to create spaces that foster thriving communities.Our team of experienced architects, technologists, and designers prioritises quality management and continuous professional development, ensuring exceptional outcomes aligned with client briefs and budgets. Beyond care-focused developments, we also deliver projects in leisure, equestrian, education, and housing sectors.
Services
Architectural Design
Residential Care Homes
Dementia Care Homes
Extra Care Homes
Multi-Use Developments
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have completed over 50 major residential care projects since 2014.
- Our team includes directors with 25+ years of sector-specific experience.
- We combine technical expertise with collaborative client partnerships.
- We hold ISO 9001 Quality Management accreditation.
- We deliver projects across residential, healthcare, education, and leisure sectors.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design solutions tailored to client briefs and budgets. Our expertise spans residential, care homes, and multi-use developments, ensuring functional, profitable, and aesthetically pleasing outcomes. With ISO 9001-certified quality management, we combine technical excellence with collaborative client partnerships to deliver innovative spaces that enhance community living.
Residential Care Homes
We specialise in designing residential care homes that prioritise resident well-being and operational efficiency. Our solutions integrate dementia-friendly design principles, natural light, and communal spaces to create homely environments. With over 50 completed projects, we ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining architectural innovation and cost-effectiveness.
Dementia Care Homes
Our dementia care homes feature evidence-based design elements that support cognitive function and reduce stress. We incorporate wayfinding aids, secure outdoor spaces, and sensory environments to enhance resident quality of life. Our team collaborates with healthcare professionals to align architectural solutions with clinical best practices for dementia care.
Extra Care Homes
We design extra care homes that balance independence with accessible support services. Our layouts prioritise adaptable living spaces, communal facilities, and healthcare integration while maintaining aesthetic appeal. These developments cater to older adults seeking autonomy within a supportive community environment.
Multi-Use Developments
We create multi-use developments that combine residential, commercial, and community spaces. Our designs optimise land use through integrated layouts, sustainable materials, and future-proof infrastructure. These projects cater to diverse stakeholders, ensuring functionality across sectors while maintaining architectural coherence and long-term value.
People
Mike Irwin
Executive Director
With over 25 years' experience, Mike leads healthcare sector projects. He has directed award-winning schemes like Bramshott Grange and Pine Martin Grange, combining technical expertise with sector innovation.
Juliette Irwin
Managing Director
As Practice Manager since inception, Juliette oversees business operations and team development. She ensures organisational efficiency while maintaining client-focused service delivery standards.
Ian Holme
Director
Ian specialises in dementia design with 30+ years' healthcare sector experience. He has led 150+ care projects, aligning operational requirements with innovative architectural solutions for elderly residents.
Ben Garlick
Director
Ben delivers education and healthcare sector projects with 11 years' architectural experience. He focuses on collaborative design processes, recently completing schemes like New Lubbesthorpe Primary School and University of Sunderland teaching facilities.
John Gresham
Director
John manages technical design packages with 30 years' construction sector experience. He pioneered BIM implementation at HIA and oversees ISO 9001 quality management processes for projects like Exeter care home complexes.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential care homes, dementia care facilities, extra care homes, and multi-use developments, combining sector expertise with innovative design solutions.
How many care home projects have you completed?
We have completed over 50 major residential care projects since our establishment in 2014, including award-winning schemes like Bramshott Grange.
Do you work outside the care home sector?
Yes, we also deliver projects in education, leisure, equestrian, and housing sectors, applying our design expertise to diverse client requirements.
What quality standards do you follow?
We maintain ISO 9001 Quality Management accreditation, ensuring rigorous quality control across all projects through documented processes and continuous improvement.
How do you approach dementia-friendly design?
Our dementia care homes incorporate evidence-based principles including wayfinding aids, sensory spaces, and secure environments, developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Can you handle large-scale developments?
Yes, our team manages large-scale projects from feasibility through construction, recently delivering a 68-bedroom care home in Wallington with integrated technical solutions.
