Business Details
Expert Contextual Architects in London
Matthew Lloyd is a contextual architectural practice dedicated to creating sensitive and distinctive buildings rooted in their history and communities. Our approach prioritises client ambitions through listening, adaptability, and proactive collaboration. With expertise in complex planning challenges, we deliver innovative solutions for housing, urban regeneration, and heritage projects. Our work combines technical proficiency with a commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and enduring design quality.Recognised through numerous awards, we maintain strong relationships with statutory stakeholders and local communities to achieve bespoke outcomes. The practice is led by directors with decades of experience, including roles in RIBA awards judging and design review panels. Our portfolio spans conservation, mixed-use developments, and socially impactful projects across London and beyond.
Services
Architectural Design
Heritage Conservation
Urban Regeneration
Religious Buildings
Residential Development
Masterplanning
Community Projects
Hotel Architecture
Education Facilities
Sustainable Design
Highlights and features
- We specialise in resolving complex planning challenges on difficult sites
- Our client-centric approach prioritises individual project ambitions
- We design inclusively and sustainably for long-lasting architectural solutions
- Our directors hold leadership roles in RIBA and local design review panels
- Award-winning expertise in heritage conservation and urban regeneration
Associations and certifications
- RIBA Chartered Practice
- ISO 9001:2008
What people say
Superb at what they do
Supportive, creative and encouraging
Architecturally stunning
Real attention to detail
Meaningful community engagement
Services
Architectural Design
We create contemporary contextual architecture tailored to each site's unique characteristics. Our designs balance modern functionality with historical sensitivity, delivering bespoke solutions for residential, commercial, and community projects. Our end-to-end service ensures technical excellence from concept to completion.
Heritage Conservation
Specialist conservation services for listed buildings and heritage sites. We develop sensitive restoration strategies that preserve historical integrity while introducing modern enhancements. Our team includes RIBA Conservation Architects and Quinquennial Inspectors with extensive ecclesiastical experience.
Urban Regeneration
Comprehensive urban renewal solutions for complex sites. We specialise in estate regeneration, mixed-use developments, and creating vibrant community spaces. Our approach combines housing delivery with public realm improvements to create sustainable neighbourhoods.
Religious Architecture
Design and restoration of religious buildings with deep contextual understanding. We create worship spaces that respect tradition while meeting modern needs, with award-winning experience in church conservation and adaptive reuse projects.
Residential Development
Innovative residential schemes ranging from affordable housing to high-end apartments. We deliver contextually appropriate solutions that maximise site potential while maintaining architectural quality and community integration.
People
Matthew Lloyd
Founder
Fourth-generation architect with 30+ years' experience in design and complex planning. RIBA award judge and member of Islington Council's Design Review Panel. Leads major projects including The Bourne Estate and St Mary of Eton.
Patricia Woodward
Director
Managing Director with expertise in estate regeneration and community projects. Sits on Hackney Design Review Panel and mentors architecture students. Former HTA Architects professional with focus on public sector housing.
Alex Sherratt
Director
RIBA Conservation Architect specialising in housing and church projects. Leads delivery phases of major developments and serves on the London Diocesan Advisory Committee. Notable projects include St Mary of Eton.
Alex Spicer
Director
Design lead on key projects including St Mary's Walthamstow. Qualified in 2017 with distinction, now directs major church and community developments. Focuses on urban impact and material quality.
Bert Mastaler
Associate Director
Technical expert with significant housing and hotel project experience. Promoted to Associate in 2019, contributed to award-winning schemes like St Mary of Eton. Specialises in design delivery and construction detailing.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in contextual architecture, heritage conservation, urban regeneration, residential development, and community projects.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience with Grade I and II* listed buildings and conservation areas.
Are you RIBA Chartered Architects?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice with directors serving on RIBA awards panels.
What areas do you operate in?
Primarily London and the South East, with recent projects in Belfast and nationwide competitions.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We integrate sustainability through material selection, energy efficiency, and creating enduring buildings.
Can you handle complex planning challenges?
Our expertise lies in resolving complex planning issues on challenging urban sites.
