Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Poole
Established in 2012, Empery + is a progressive architecture, planning, and design studio dedicated to delivering intelligent, client-focused solutions. Our team combines creative expertise with technical proficiency to serve landowners, property companies, and self-builders across residential, commercial, and educational sectors. With over 15 years of industry experience, our managing director Toby Peters leads a collaborative approach that prioritises clear communication and tailored design outcomes. We specialise in navigating complex planning systems and delivering strategic feasibility assessments to maximise land value. Our studio operates from a converted barn near Blandford Forum, fostering an environment that nurtures creative talent while maintaining a commitment to design excellence.We believe architecture should enhance quality of life through thoughtful spaces for living, working, and recreation. Our services span project inception to completion, ensuring meticulous attention to detail at every stage. This philosophy has enabled us to develop a reputation for transforming challenging sites into successful developments. Our proactive approach consistently achieves planning approvals, while our bespoke service adapts to the unique needs of each client. This combination of technical expertise and creative vision continues to drive our growth as a forward-thinking architectural practice.
Services
Architectural Design
Planning Consultancy
Feasibility Studies
Residential Development
Bespoke Design
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of architectural expertise across diverse project types
- Our proactive planning approach secures successful outcomes in 95% of cases
- We provide tailored services for landowners, developers, and self-builders
- Our strategic feasibility assessments maximise land development potential
- We maintain direct client collaboration throughout the design process
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates tailored solutions that respond to site-specific challenges and client aspirations. We specialise in residential, commercial, and educational projects, combining aesthetic innovation with technical precision. Our approach ensures every design enhances functionality while maintaining visual appeal, delivering spaces that improve quality of life through thoughtful architecture.
Planning Consultancy
We provide expert guidance through the planning process, leveraging extensive experience with local authorities and regulatory frameworks. Our proactive approach secures approvals for complex projects, including strategic feasibility assessments that maximise development potential. This service ensures compliance while optimising outcomes for landowners and developers.
Feasibility Studies
Our feasibility studies evaluate development potential through detailed site analysis and market assessment. We deliver strategic recommendations on viability, helping clients make informed decisions about land investment. This service includes cost projections, planning risk assessments, and design options to maximise returns.
Residential Development
We support residential projects from concept to completion, serving self-builders and property companies. Our expertise includes one-off homes, housing schemes, and renovation projects. We ensure designs meet regulatory standards while creating functional, aesthetically pleasing living spaces tailored to client requirements.
Bespoke Design
Our bespoke design service creates unique architectural solutions that reflect individual client needs. We prioritise direct collaboration to develop distinctive buildings that respond to environmental context and functional requirements. This approach ensures every project achieves both aesthetic excellence and practical functionality.
People
Toby Peters
Managing Director
Toby founded Empery + in 2012, bringing over 15 years of architectural experience. He oversees creative direction and project delivery, specialising in complex developments across residential, education, and commercial sectors. His expertise spans UK and international projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including design, planning consultancy, feasibility studies, and project management for residential, commercial, and educational developments.
Do you work with self-builders?
Yes, we support self-builders with tailored design solutions and planning guidance, ensuring projects meet budget and regulatory requirements while achieving personal aspirations.
How do you approach planning applications?
Our proactive planning strategy secures approvals for 95% of projects through early engagement with authorities and strategic feasibility assessments that address potential challenges.
Can you assess my land's development potential?
Yes, our feasibility studies analyse site opportunities, market viability, and planning risks to determine optimal development strategies and maximise investment returns.
Where are you based?
Our main studio is located in a converted barn near Blandford Forum, Dorset, with a satellite office in Poole for client meetings by appointment.
