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Your Trusted RIBA Chartered Architects in Sevenoaks
OPEN architecture is a multidisciplinary practice comprising RIBA Chartered Architects and designers based in Sevenoaks. Our approach prioritises people, creating inspirational spaces that transform how clients live and work. With expertise in private residential, commercial, and retail sectors, we deliver projects across Kent, Surrey, Sussex, and Southeast London. Our process begins with thorough research and free consultations, ensuring designs align with client needs while adhering to planning regulations. We oversee projects from initial surveys through to construction, maintaining the integrity of original concepts. Our teams extensive experience spans prestigious developments in London and Kuala Lumpur, alongside local projects requiring technical precision.We foster collaborative relationships with clients and contractors, ensuring seamless project delivery. Our planning expertise and strong local authority connections contribute to consistent application successes. From small extensions to large-scale developments, we combine creativity with technical rigour. Sustainability and functionality are integral to every design, reflecting our commitment to enhancing environments and communities. This client-centric philosophy has established us as trusted architects dedicated to transforming architectural visions into reality.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Masterplanning
Site Appraisals
Contract Admin
Planning Appraisals
Site Finding
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of architectural expertise across residential and commercial sectors
- Our team includes RIBA Chartered Architects with specialised planning knowledge
- We provide end-to-end project management from initial design to construction
- Our local knowledge spans Kent, Surrey, and Southeast London planning authorities
- We maintain technical excellence through continuous professional development
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Architectural Design
We create tailored architectural solutions for residential and commercial projects. Our RIBA Chartered Architects combine creativity with technical expertise to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. From concept to construction, we ensure compliance with planning regulations while maintaining design integrity.
Interior Design
Our interior design service transforms spaces through collaborative client engagement. We focus on material selection, layout optimisation, and bespoke detailing to create environments that reflect occupants' needs. Projects range from private residences to commercial interiors across London and Southeast England.
Masterplanning
We develop comprehensive masterplans integrating architecture, landscape, and infrastructure. Our approach balances client vision with environmental considerations, enhancing communities and maximising investment returns. Services cover feasibility studies through to detailed urban design frameworks.
Site Appraisals
Our technical team conducts detailed site assessments evaluating sustainability, viability, and regulatory compliance. We identify opportunities and risks early in projects, providing strategic guidance for mixed-use developments, extensions, and infrastructure projects across Kent and surrounding regions.
Planning Applications
We manage planning submissions with local authorities, leveraging established relationships to secure approvals. Our expertise covers residential extensions, commercial developments, and listed building modifications. We prepare technical documentation and negotiate with planning departments to achieve successful outcomes.
People
Stephanie Mason
Director
RIBA Chartered Architect with 15+ years' experience in interior architecture. Specialises in client-focused design solutions for residential and commercial projects. Holds advanced qualifications from Savannah College of Art and Design and the Architectural Association.
Glyn Friend
Director
Architectural leader with expertise in retail and urban design sectors. Oversees project details from concept to completion. Graduated from Greenwich University with Part III professional accreditation. Advocates for design's positive impact on daily life.
Paul Morrish
Director
Experienced architect managing commercial developments for 25+ years. Specialises in technical delivery of mixed-use projects up to 15M. Leads design teams through planning and construction phases, ensuring adherence to original concepts.
Joanna Loizou
Senior Architect
RIBA member with 20+ years' residential sector experience. Focuses on cost-effective design solutions for private clients and housing associations. Develops technical standards for domestic projects while mentoring junior staff.
Chris Pain
Architectural Designer
Design specialist with 25+ years' experience in education and retail sectors. Handles planning applications across Southeast England. Combines creative design with practical knowledge of building regulations for successful project delivery.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including residential design, commercial developments, planning applications, and construction management across Kent, Surrey, and London.
How do you approach client projects?
We begin with free consultations to understand client needs, followed by site surveys and feasibility studies. Our collaborative process ensures designs meet both practical requirements and aesthetic goals.
Can you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we have experience with Grade II listed properties like Maidenstone Hill, managing sensitive extensions and renovations while preserving historical integrity.
Do you work outside Kent?
While based in Sevenoaks, we undertake projects across Surrey, Sussex, Southeast London, and accept select international commissions based on project complexity.
How do you ensure planning approval success?
Our established relationships with local authorities combined with technically rigorous submissions achieve high planning approval rates for residential and commercial developments.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects ranging from small home extensions to £15M mixed-use developments, tailoring our approach to each project's scale and complexity.
