Business Details
20 Years
experience
Professional Architectural Design Services in Stourbridge
Established in 2006, fORM.Architecture delivers professional architectural design services for domestic and commercial projects, including extensions, new builds, conversions, and refurbishments. Our approach prioritises functionality, ensuring every design decision aligns with our clients' specific needs and aspirations. With extensive experience across diverse project scales, we bring the rigour of large-scale projects to every scheme, from initial feasibility studies to final construction supervision. Our services span the West Midlands and extend to Birmingham, Worcester, London, and beyond, supported by a network of trusted contractors. We act as clients' agents throughout planning and building control processes, ensuring seamless navigation of regulatory requirements.Our pragmatic methodology tailors service complexity to project demands, balancing creativity with practicality. Founded as a side-project while working in national architectural practices, the business transitioned to full-time operation in 2017, expanding its portfolio to include education sector schemes alongside residential and commercial work. Led by Chartered Architectural Technologist Thomas Wade, we combine technical expertise with a client-centric philosophy. Our portfolio demonstrates successful transformations of constrained sites and heritage buildings, integrating modern functionality with contextual sensitivity. This commitment to purpose-driven design has established us as trusted advisors in architectural solutions across both private and commercial sectors.
Services
Architectural Design
Feasibility Studies
Planning Permissions
Building Control
Construction Supervision
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 18 years' experience in architectural design since 2006
- Our team includes a Chartered Architectural Technologist with MCIAT accreditation
- We provide tailored services matching project complexity to client needs
- Our regional coverage extends across West Midlands and nationwide locations
- We act as client agents through planning and building control processes
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (MCIAT)
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client requirements. We specialise in residential extensions, commercial buildings, and heritage adaptations. Each project benefits from our 'form follows function' approach, ensuring practical solutions that maximise property potential while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Feasibility Studies
We assess site potential and client aspirations to develop practical project briefs. Our studies include cost evaluations through trusted contractor partnerships, helping clients understand project viability before committing to detailed design work.
Planning Permissions
We manage the complete planning process, from property surveys to submission. Our expertise ensures applications meet local authority requirements, with ongoing representation to achieve optimal approval outcomes for residential and commercial developments.
Building Control
We prepare detailed technical drawings and specifications to meet building regulations. Our service includes liaison with control bodies and consultants, ensuring all projects satisfy safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency standards.
Construction Supervision
We offer flexible site supervision from periodic inspections to full project management. Our network of consultants ensures quality control throughout construction phases, maintaining design integrity while addressing practical implementation challenges.
People
Thomas Wade
Chartered Architectural Technologist
Founder and principal architect with 18 years' experience, including work at national practices. Specialises in residential, commercial, and education sector projects. Holds BSc(Hons) and MCIAT accreditation.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design services including feasibility studies, planning applications, building control submissions, and construction phase support for residential and commercial projects.
Which areas do you cover?
Our primary service area is West Midlands, including Stourbridge, Dudley, and Birmingham, with projects extending to Worcester, Coventry, London, and parts of Wales.
How experienced is your team?
Our principal architect has 18 years' experience since 2006, including work with national practices and specialist education sector projects since 2017.
Can you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we have experience working with heritage properties and constrained sites, including adaptations of former public houses and sandstone cave structures.
What is your design philosophy?
We follow the 'form follows function' principle, prioritising practical solutions that meet client needs while maintaining aesthetic quality and regulatory compliance.
Do you offer project management services?
We provide scalable project management through our consultant network, from periodic site visits to comprehensive full-service management packages.
