Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Architects in Chester
Established in 1973, McCormick Architecture is a Chester-based multi-disciplinary practice with decades of experience delivering comprehensive architectural services. Our expertise spans from small domestic projects to large-scale commercial developments, combining creative vision with practical execution. We prioritise quality design, budget control, and client-focused solutions, maintaining long-term relationships through our pragmatic approach.Our team's ability to meet project timelines and adapt to diverse client needs underpins our reputation for excellence. With projects extending beyond the North West region, we bring a regional perspective to every commission while maintaining a national standard of service. Our success in commercial sectors stems from collaborative processes that make each project both innovative and enjoyable for stakeholders.
Services
Architectural Design
Conservation & Restoration
Planning Applications
Interior Design
Project Management
Building Surveys
Sustainable Design
Heritage Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of architectural experience in Chester
- Our multi-disciplinary team handles projects of all scales
- We combine creative design with practical implementation
- We maintain long-term client relationships through reliability
- Our regional expertise extends beyond the North West
What people say
Combining both these virtues
Complete architectural service
Pragmatic approach
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates innovative solutions for new buildings and renovations. We specialise in balancing aesthetic appeal with functional requirements across commercial, residential and heritage projects. Our team develops detailed plans that meet planning regulations while exceeding client expectations through creative problem-solving and technical expertise.
Conservation & Restoration
Specialist conservation services preserve historic buildings while meeting modern needs. We work on listed buildings and heritage sites, combining traditional techniques with contemporary materials. Our approach maintains architectural integrity while ensuring structural longevity and compliance with conservation area regulations across Chester and the North West.
Planning Applications
Comprehensive planning application support from initial concept to approval. We prepare detailed documentation, liaise with local authorities, and address technical requirements. Our expertise in local planning policies and public consultation processes ensures smooth submissions for residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across various property types.
Interior Design
Tailored interior design solutions optimise space functionality and aesthetics. We create detailed layouts for commercial offices, retail spaces and residential properties, considering lighting, materials and workflow. Our designs balance practical requirements with visual appeal, ensuring spaces meet both regulatory standards and client-specific needs across different building types.
Project Management
End-to-end project management from concept to completion. We coordinate multidisciplinary teams, monitor budgets and ensure timely delivery. Our approach includes risk assessment, quality control and stakeholder communication, applying proven methodologies to commercial developments, conservation projects and new build schemes across diverse sectors.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer in Chester?
We provide full architectural services including design, planning applications, conservation work, interior design, and project management for commercial, residential and heritage projects.
How long has McCormick Architecture been operating?
Our practice has been delivering architectural services since 1973, with over 50 years of combined experience from our professional team members.
Which areas do you serve beyond Chester?
While based in Chester, we work throughout the North West region and undertake projects beyond this area for clients requiring our specialist architectural expertise.
What makes your approach different from other architects?
We uniquely combine creative design skills with practical implementation experience, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functional efficiency in every project we undertake.
