Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architects in Brighton & Hove
Established in 1948, Felce and Guy are a professional architectural practice based in Brighton and Hove. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, educational, and specialist projects, including heritage conservation and modern energy-efficient designs. With over seven decades of experience, we combine creative problem-solving with technical proficiency to deliver tailored solutions for private and public sector clients.Our team of qualified architects and support staff prioritises client relationships, ensuring projects meet functional, aesthetic, and sustainability goals. We are committed to innovation while respecting historical contexts, serving diverse sectors such as healthcare, leisure, and religious buildings.
Services
Architectural Design
Residential Projects
Commercial Buildings
Educational Facilities
Heritage Conservation
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of architectural experience in Brighton & Hove.
- Our team specialises in heritage conservation and modern sustainable design.
- We offer tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and educational sectors.
- Client relationships are prioritised through attentive, professional service.
- Our practice combines creative design with technical expertise across diverse projects.
What people say
Heritage expertise
Client communication
Creative solutions
Project management
Sustainable designs
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services for new constructions and renovations. Our approach combines creative vision with technical precision to create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. Specialising in residential, commercial, and educational buildings, we ensure each project meets planning regulations while reflecting client needs and environmental considerations.
Heritage Conservation
Our expertise in heritage buildings includes restoration and adaptive reuse of listed structures. We balance historical integrity with modern functionality, employing traditional materials and techniques. This service caters to religious buildings, village centres, and other culturally significant sites across Sussex and the South East.
Residential Projects
From single-house extensions to large-scale housing developments, we create tailored residential solutions. Our services cover feasibility studies, planning applications, and full construction management. We prioritise energy efficiency and spatial optimisation while maintaining architectural harmony with local environments.
Educational Facilities
We design innovative educational spaces including primary/secondary schools, children's centres, and university facilities. Our approach focuses on creating inspiring learning environments that meet accessibility standards and incorporate sustainable design principles. Projects range from new builds to refurbishments of existing educational buildings.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture services cater to hotels, restaurants, leisure facilities, and office spaces. We deliver functional, brand-aligned designs that enhance user experience while meeting commercial viability requirements. This includes specialist projects like hotel refurbishments and hospitality sector developments.
People
John Chapman RIBA
Partner
With over 20 years at Felce and Guy, John Chapman leads architectural projects with expertise in heritage conservation and commercial developments. His experience ensures client needs are met through innovative design solutions.
Andy Waters RIBA
Partner
Andy Waters, a partner for over two decades, specialises in residential and educational architecture. He focuses on delivering practical, sustainable designs that balance aesthetic appeal with functional requirements across diverse project types.
Simon Moore RIBA
Partner
Simon Moore joined as partner in 2017 after years of experience at the practice. He specialises in complex architectural projects, particularly in healthcare facilities and accessibility-focused designs for people with specific needs.
Questions
What areas do Felce and Guy cover?
We primarily work in Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, and surrounding areas across the South East of England.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we specialise in residential, commercial, educational, and specialist architectural projects of all scales.
How experienced is your team?
Our partners have over 20 years' experience each, with the practice established in 1948, offering combined expertise across diverse sectors.
Can you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience in heritage conservation and adaptive reuse of listed and historic buildings.
What sustainability approaches do you use?
We integrate energy-efficient designs, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable materials while maintaining architectural integrity.
How do you manage project timelines?
We employ structured planning and regular client communication to ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.
