Business Details
Trusted Architects in Huddersfield
Established in 1835, we are a multidisciplinary architectural and building consultancy practice with a legacy of shaping impactful spaces. Our expertise spans architecture, interior design, landscape design, and sustainability-focused solutions, driven by a commitment to innovation and social value. With nine UK offices and a global reach, we deliver projects across sectors including healthcare, education, transport, and residential. Our approach combines two centuries of experience with cutting-edge technologies like drone-based geomatic surveys and Passivhaus-certified design.We prioritise collaboration, inclusivity, and environmental responsibility, aiming to create spaces that enhance community well-being and address climate challenges. Recognised through multiple award shortlistings, our work balances pragmatic problem-solving with visionary design to transform underutilised areas and historic buildings. We serve both public and private sector clients, offering end-to-end services from masterplanning to asset management, while maintaining a strong focus on decarbonisation and biophilic design principles.
Services
Architecture
Building Consultancy
Interior Design
Landscape Design
Conservation
Geomatic Surveys
Passivhaus Design
Masterplanning
Property Management
CDM Advisory
Highlights and features
- We combine 189 years of architectural expertise with innovative technologies like drone-based surveys
- Our multi-service approach covers the full built environment lifecycle from design to asset management
- We hold Passivhaus certification for leading sustainable building standards
- Award-shortlisted practice with proven success in healthcare and education sectors
- Nine UK offices provide local knowledge with national and international project capabilities
Associations and certifications
- Passivhaus Institute
What people say
Award-winning designs
Excellent stakeholder engagement
Innovative use of technology
Strong sustainability focus
Seamless project delivery
Services
Architecture
We create innovative architectural solutions that balance aesthetic vision with practical functionality. Our team delivers projects from concept to completion, specialising in new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse of historic structures. With expertise across commercial, residential, and public sectors, we focus on creating spaces that enhance user experience while meeting sustainability goals through BIM integration and Passivhaus standards.
Building Consultancy
Our consultancy services cover the entire project lifecycle, offering technical expertise in feasibility studies, contract management, and compliance. We provide strategic guidance on cost management, risk assessment, and regulatory requirements. With multidisciplinary teams, we ensure projects meet quality standards while optimising value for clients across both public and private sectors through our nationwide network of offices.
Conservation
Specialising in historic building preservation, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to restore architectural heritage. Our services include condition assessments, listed building applications, and sympathetic adaptations. We work with local authorities and private clients to maintain cultural significance while ensuring structural integrity and modern usability, as demonstrated in our award-winning restoration projects across the UK.
Geomatic Surveys
Using advanced drone technology and laser scanning, we deliver precise topographical and building surveys. Our geomatic services provide detailed 3D models and thermal imaging data to support design decisions and asset management. This technology enables efficient data collection in challenging environments, improving project accuracy while reducing time and costs for clients across infrastructure and building sectors.
Passivhaus Design
We design buildings to the rigorous Passivhaus standard, achieving exceptional energy efficiency and indoor comfort. Our certified experts integrate thermal performance principles from project inception, as demonstrated in the UK's largest Passivhaus school. This approach reduces operational costs and carbon emissions while creating healthy, sustainable environments for education, healthcare, and residential sectors.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-cycle architectural services including concept design, planning applications, construction documentation, and project management across commercial, residential, and public sectors.
How do you incorporate sustainability into projects?
We integrate Passivhaus principles, biophilic design, and decarbonisation strategies from initial concept stages, using thermal imaging and energy modelling to optimise building performance.
Can you work on listed buildings?
Yes, our conservation specialists have extensive experience in restoring and adapting historic buildings while maintaining their architectural integrity and meeting modern requirements.
What technology do you use for surveys?
We employ drone-based geomatic surveys with 4K imaging and thermal scanning to create accurate 3D models for both new builds and heritage projects.
Do you work internationally?
While based in the UK with nine offices, we deliver projects globally through our network of partners and multidisciplinary teams.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our quality assurance process includes regular design reviews, compliance checks, and client collaboration throughout all project phases to ensure excellence in delivery.
