Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Services in Bristol
Established in 2008, R D Architects is a RIBA-certified architectural practice specialising in creating contemporary homes that harmonise with their surroundings and client needs. Our expertise spans small extensions to large bespoke developments, with a focus on sustainable design and planning success in challenging areas like Conservation Zones and the Greenbelt. With over 28 years of experience, we prioritise client collaboration, technical precision, and timeless aesthetics.Our team, led by founder Rebecca Dyer, has delivered award-winning projects across the South West, including the Grand Designs Best Contemporary House 2008. We maintain a 100% planning success rate for new builds and utilise Permitted Development Rights to maximise project viability. Our commitment to transparency, detailed craftsmanship, and client-centric service has earned us long-term relationships and industry recognition through the Green Register membership.
Services
New Build Houses
Extensions
Conversions
Sustainable Design
Planning Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 28 years of architectural expertise with 100% planning success rate for new builds
- RIBA-certified practice with award-winning sustainable design credentials
- Specialists in Greenbelt and AONB planning approvals through Permitted Development
- Client-centric process with transparent cost management and timeline delivery
- Proven track record in transforming complex sites into functional, beautiful spaces
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- Green Register
What people say
Utterly perfect home
Excellent client relationships
High planning success rate
Timeless, finely detailed buildings
Award-winning designs
Services
New Build Houses
Designing bespoke contemporary homes that integrate with natural landscapes. Specialising in planning approvals for challenging sites including Greenbelt areas. Utilising Permitted Development Rights to maximise development potential while maintaining architectural integrity and sustainability.
Extensions
Creating functional extensions that enhance living spaces while respecting original property character. Expertise in securing planning permissions for modernisations within Conservation Areas and AONBs through strategic design solutions.
Barn Conversions
Transforming agricultural buildings into residential spaces using Class Q Permitted Development. Maintaining historical context while introducing modern amenities. Achieving planning success for conversions in sensitive rural locations.
People
Rebecca Dyer
Founder & Architect
RIBA-registered architect with 28 years' experience, specialising in sustainable residential design. Winner of Grand Designs Best Contemporary House 2008. Expert in navigating complex planning processes for Greenbelt and AONB developments.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in new build homes, property extensions, and barn conversions with a focus on sustainable design and planning approvals in protected areas.
How do you handle planning applications in restricted zones?
We utilise Permitted Development Rights and have a 100% success rate for new builds, specialising in Greenbelt and AONB planning strategies.
Can you work on listed buildings or conservation areas?
Yes, we have extensive experience delivering sensitive modifications that respect historical context while meeting modern living requirements in protected zones.
What regions do you cover?
Primarily Bath, Bristol, Somerset, and Devon, though we undertake projects nationwide including recent commissions in Suffolk and the Mendip Hills.
How do you ensure project sustainability?
We follow a 'fabric-first' approach with high-performance building envelopes and sustainable material selection aligned with Green Register principles.
Reviews (1)
David Bernstein
Aug 19, 2020
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Becky has now finished her second project with us in Chew Valley, Bristol. She was recommended to us by a few people, including our building inspector 9 years ago. From the minute we met her we knew she would be great to work with, she had some amazing ideas, was happy to incorporate our wish list and was honest if our ideas wouldn't work. We have ended up with two amazing properties which we are very proud of. I whole heartedly would recommend Becky for any architectural work from small jobs to multi million pound projects, She really puts her heart and sole into her work, I think she loves our
