Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architects in Leigh, Greater Manchester
IPB Architecture is a professional architectural design practice established in 2002 by Ian P. Birchall, a Chartered Architectural Technologist with over 30 years of experience. We specialise in delivering innovative and creative architectural solutions for residential and commercial projects across the North West of the UK and beyond. Our services include architectural design, technical illustration, and Professional Consultants Certificates (PCCs) for new-build and conversion properties. With a focus on practicality and cost-effectiveness, we ensure lasting value for clients' investments while maintaining high standards of customer care. Our practice is qualified by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and holds professional indemnity insurance up to 1 million.We have successfully completed over 1,200 architectural schemes, ranging from small extensions to large multi-storey developments. Our architectural illustration service provides lifelike visualisations to aid planning applications and design clarity. We tailor our services to meet specific client needs, offering expertise in both residential and commercial sectors. Our commitment to quality and reliability ensures clients receive efficient, transparent, and ethically sound professional support throughout their projects.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Architectural Illustration
Architects Certificates
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in architectural design and illustration.
- Our practice is qualified by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).
- We tailor services to meet specific client needs across residential and commercial sectors.
- We have completed over 1,200 architectural schemes since 2002.
- We hold professional indemnity insurance up to 1 million for client security.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
Services
Residential Architecture
We provide tailored architectural design services for residential projects, including extensions, conversions, and new builds. Our approach combines creativity with practicality to maximise property value and functionality. With over 1,200 completed schemes, we ensure compliance with building regulations and client-specific requirements.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture services cover multi-storey developments and large-scale projects. We focus on innovative layouts, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective solutions. Our team delivers designs that enhance operational efficiency while meeting aesthetic and functional goals for business clients.
Architectural Illustration
We create photorealistic and sketch visualisations to help clients visualise projects before construction. This includes exterior and interior imagery, street scenes, and 3D site plans. These illustrations aid planning applications and ensure clarity in design concepts.
Architects Certificates
We issue Professional Consultants Certificates (PCCs) for residential conversions and new builds. These certificates confirm compliance with building regulations and provide lenders with assurance. Our services include site inspections, regulatory checks, and 6-year liability coverage.
People
Ian P. Birchall
Chartered Architectural Technologist
Ian established IPB Architecture in 2002 and has over 30 years of experience in architectural design and illustration. He has led over 1,200 residential and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with building regulations and client-specific needs.
Questions
What services does IPB Architecture offer?
We provide architectural design, technical illustration, and Professional Consultants Certificates (PCCs) for residential and commercial projects.
How do you ensure compliance with building regulations?
We conduct site inspections, verify conformity with approved drawings, and issue PCCs to confirm regulatory compliance for lenders and clients.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across the North West of the UK and beyond, handling projects of all sizes in residential and commercial sectors.
Are you qualified to issue Architects Certificates?
Yes, we are qualified by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and hold professional indemnity insurance up to £1 million.
How many projects have you completed?
Since 2002, we have successfully completed over 1,200 architectural schemes, ranging from small extensions to large developments.
