Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Services in Kilmacolm
Based in Kilmacolm, Camris Architects provide tailored architectural services for domestic and commercial clients across Inverclyde, Renfrewshire, Glasgow, and Scotland. With over a decade of experience, our founding director Janet Harris combines expertise in new builds, extensions, and conservation projects, having worked with both private and commercial clients. We specialise in guiding homeowners through complex processes, from initial consultation to project completion, while offering flexible appointments beyond standard business hours.Our team holds Professional Indemnity Insurance and is registered with the Architects Registration Board, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Janet's membership with The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland and The Royal Institute of British Architects underscores our commitment to excellence. We have successfully delivered projects ranging from residential renovations to large-scale commercial developments, including award-winning conservation work on listed buildings.
Services
Domestic Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Conservation & Restoration
Planning Permission Assistance
Building Warrant Applications
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Over a decade of experience in domestic and commercial architecture
- Specialist knowledge in conservation and restoration of listed buildings
- Registered with the Architects Registration Board for professional assurance
- Flexible consultations available outside standard business hours
- Award-winning project for reuse of a Grade A listed building
Associations and certifications
- Architects Registration Board
- The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland
- The Royal Institute of British Architects
Services
Domestic Architecture
We specialise in residential projects including extensions, renovations, and new builds. Our approach focuses on creating functional spaces that meet homeowners' needs while respecting architectural heritage. Services cover initial consultations, planning applications, and on-site project management.
Commercial Architecture
Offering design solutions for offices, retail units, and leisure facilities. We handle projects from small-scale fit-outs to multi-million-pound developments, ensuring compliance with commercial regulations and optimising space functionality for business operations.
Conservation & Restoration
Expertise in preserving listed buildings and working within conservation areas. Our team combines traditional techniques with modern requirements, demonstrated through award-winning projects like the Herald newspaper offices conversion in Glasgow.
Planning Permission Assistance
Guidance through local authority approval processes for both domestic and commercial projects. We prepare detailed submissions and negotiate with planning departments to secure permissions while maintaining design integrity.
Building Warrant Applications
Preparation and submission of technical documentation to meet building regulations. We ensure all structural, safety, and energy efficiency standards are met, coordinating with contractors during construction phases.
People
Janet Harris
Founding Director & Principal Architect
With over a decade in architectural practice, Janet established Camris Architects in 2012 after working in various architectural firms. She specialises in residential and commercial projects, including award-winning conservation work on listed buildings.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Inverclyde, Renfrewshire, Glasgow, and throughout Scotland, providing architectural services for both local and national projects.
Are you qualified to provide architectural services?
Yes, our principal architect is registered with the Architects Registration Board and holds full professional indemnity insurance for client protection.
Can you assist with listed building projects?
We have specialist expertise in conservation and restoration, including award-winning work on Grade A listed buildings and projects within conservation areas.
Do you offer flexible consultation times?
Yes, we provide home visits and consultations outside standard 9-5 hours to accommodate clients' schedules and project requirements.
What commercial projects have you completed?
Our experience includes office developments, retail units, and multi-sector commercial buildings, ranging from small-scale fit-outs to large-scale new constructions.
