Business Details
23 Years
experience
Award-Winning Conservation Architects in Leeds
Arctic Associates is an award-winning architectural practice based in West Yorkshire, specialising in the conservation and restoration of heritage properties. Established in January 2003, we have cultivated a reputation for technical excellence and thoughtful design across commercial, residential, and community projects. Our team, led by founding Director Russell Trudgen - an accredited conservation architect with over 30 years' experience - combines deep expertise in listed buildings with innovative approaches to modern interventions. We work collaboratively with developers, community groups, and individual clients throughout northern England, delivering solutions that balance historical integrity with contemporary functionality. Our sister company, Igloo Interiors, extends our capabilities into award-winning interior design for public and commercial spaces.With a portfolio spanning church re-ordering, heritage statements, and urban regeneration projects, we maintain strong partnerships within the building design profession to ensure every project reaches its full potential. Our commitment to quality has been recognised through multiple industry awards, including the King of Prussia Gold Medal and National Churches Trust Award. We provide comprehensive services from feasibility studies and planning applications to project management and contract administration, always prioritising client needs and community impact. Our multidisciplinary team brings diverse skills in space planning, acoustic design, and heritage conservation, supported by Karen Lakin's extensive construction sector experience in our administrative operations.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Residential Design
Community Projects
Interior Design
Heritage Consultancy
Project Management
Planning Applications
Church Restoration
Urban Regeneration
Acoustic Design
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 30+ years' experience in heritage property conservation
- Accredited conservation architect leadership
- Award-winning interior design capabilities
- Comprehensive project management from planning to completion
- Specialist knowledge of church and historic building restoration
Associations and certifications
- AABC
What people say
Award-winning expertise
Technical excellence
Community focus
Historic sensitivity
Innovative solutions
Services
Heritage Conservation
Specialist conservation of listed buildings and historic structures. Our expertise includes heritage statements, quinquennial inspections, and sensitive restoration work. We maintain historical integrity while implementing modern solutions for commercial and residential properties across Yorkshire.
Church Restoration
Comprehensive restoration and re-ordering of churches and religious buildings. Services include feasibility studies, planning applications, and project management for heritage-sensitive interventions. Recognised through awards like the National Churches Trust Award 2023.
Interior Design
Award-winning interior design services for commercial and community spaces. Our sister company Igloo Interiors delivers acoustic solutions and innovative designs, evidenced by multiple property awards for local and national projects.
Project Management
End-to-end project management from feasibility studies to contract administration. We handle legal, financial, and technical aspects of building projects, ensuring compliance with planning regulations and heritage requirements.
Urban Regeneration
Specialist urban regeneration projects focusing on historic building adaptation and high street revitalisation. Our work combines conservation expertise with modern urban planning principles to create functional heritage-sensitive developments.
People
Russell Trudgen
Architect Director
Qualified architect with 30+ years' experience in heritage conservation. Accredited by AABC, former President of Ecclesiastical Architects Association, and specialist in listed building restoration across northern England.
Charlotte Trudgen
Design Director
Founder of award-winning Igloo Interiors and Acou.Space. Expert in acoustic design solutions with background in woven fabric design. Advises on commercial interior projects and acoustic requirements.
Karen Lakin
Secretary
Company secretary with construction sector expertise. Manages administrative operations and project information verification. Has supported Arctic Associates' growth since its 2003 establishment.
Dora Aidoo
Architect
Qualified architect with 15 years' experience in commercial and residential sectors. Specialises in historic church conservation and high street regeneration projects across West Yorkshire.
Carl Elliott
Architect
Architect and graphic designer with 5 years' experience in heritage building conservation. Specialises in space planning and 3D modelling for church regeneration projects in northern England.
Questions
What specialisms does Arctic Associates offer?
We specialise in heritage conservation architecture, church restoration, interior design, and urban regeneration projects across Yorkshire.
How long has the practice been established?
Arctic Associates has operated since January 2003, with our founding director having over 30 years' industry experience.
What accreditations do you hold?
Our lead architect holds accreditation with the Association of Architectural Conservation Officers (AABC).
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in working with listed buildings and heritage properties across commercial, residential, and community sectors.
What awards have you won?
We've received multiple awards including the King of Prussia Gold Medal and National Churches Trust Award 2023.
Do you offer interior design services?
Yes, through our sister company Igloo Interiors, which has won property awards for commercial and public space designs.
