Business Details
Contemporary Architectural Design Services in Reading
At Tait Architects, we approach architecture as the art of connection, uniting people with place, materials with landscape, and a building's form with the life it holds. Our practice is built on fostering strong relationships between clients, designers, builders, and communities, ensuring every project reflects both environmental context and human needs. We specialise in contemporary residential and commercial architecture, including extensions, refurbishments, and new builds across Berkshire and Oxfordshire. Our process begins with a free initial consultation to understand client aspirations, building history, and surroundings, which informs our tailored design solutions. We offer full architectural services through all RIBA work stages, from concept design to on-site monitoring, with fee structures based on construction costs.Our team combines technical expertise with creative vision, delivering projects that range from single-storey extensions to award-winning commercial developments. We prioritise attention to detail, material craftsmanship, and sustainable practices in every project, whether working on domestic renovations or large-scale leisure facilities. Our collaborative approach ensures clients remain central to the design team throughout the process. With offices in Reading, we serve clients across the UK, offering site visits and consultations to ensure designs align with both practical requirements and aesthetic goals. Our portfolio demonstrates our ability to blend traditional and contemporary elements while maintaining functional excellence.
Services
Architectural Design
Residential Extensions
Commercial Projects
New Build Homes
Refurbishments
Conservation Work
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Highlights and features
- We offer a client-focused service with free initial consultations at your property
- Our team has extensive experience in both residential and commercial architecture
- We provide tailored solutions across all RIBA work stages from concept to completion
- Our designs prioritise environmental integration and material craftsmanship
- We maintain transparent fee structures based on construction cost percentages
Services
Architectural Design
We create contemporary architectural designs for residential and commercial projects, focusing on environmental integration and material craftsmanship. Our process combines client aspirations with technical requirements to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. Projects range from single-storey extensions to complete new builds.
Residential Extensions
Specialising in contemporary residential extensions, we transform properties with solutions that maximise natural light and outdoor connectivity. Our work includes full-width rear extensions, glazed corner additions, and two-storey expansions while maintaining structural integrity and design coherence.
Commercial Projects
We deliver commercial architecture services covering offices, leisure facilities, and hospitality projects. Our approach focuses on creating functional spaces that align with business requirements while maintaining aesthetic appeal and compliance with industry standards.
Planning Applications
Our team prepares and submits planning applications with local councils, developing design options that balance client needs with regulatory requirements. We specialise in securing approvals for both contemporary and heritage-sensitive projects.
Building Regulations
We produce technical drawings for building control submissions, ensuring projects meet safety and compliance standards. Our services include detailed specifications for construction phases and on-site monitoring to maintain quality throughout the building process.
People
Stephen Tait
Director
Stephen leads the practice with over 20 years' experience in residential and commercial architecture. He focuses on client collaboration and design excellence, ensuring each project reflects both functional requirements and aesthetic vision.
Oliver Murray
Architect
Oliver brings expertise in contemporary design and technical detailing. With experience across residential and commercial sectors, he manages projects from concept to completion, prioritising environmental integration and material innovation.
Davina Buchanan
Architectural Designer
Davina specialises in residential projects, combining creative design with practical solutions. She works closely with clients to develop tailored extensions and new builds that enhance living spaces while maintaining architectural integrity.
Mira Lotz
Built Heritage Specialist
Mira focuses on conservation and heritage projects, blending traditional techniques with modern requirements. Her expertise ensures sensitive renovations maintain historical character while meeting contemporary functionality standards.
Agne Dovgalyuk
Office Manager
Agne oversees operational management, ensuring smooth project coordination and client communication. With over a decade in architectural administration, she maintains organisational efficiency across all practice activities.
Questions
What architectural services do Tait Architects offer?
We provide full architectural services across all RIBA stages, including residential extensions, commercial projects, new builds, refurbishments, planning applications, and building regulations compliance.
Do you work on both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we specialise in both residential and commercial architecture, with experience in sectors including offices, education, hotels, restaurants, and leisure facilities.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Reading, we serve clients across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, and London, with projects completed in Wokingham, Henley on Thames, Maidenhead, and surrounding areas.
How does your design process work?
We begin with a free initial consultation at your property to understand your needs, followed by concept design, planning applications, technical drawings, and on-site monitoring.
What makes Tait Architects different?
Our approach focuses on human and material connections, combining creative vision with technical expertise to create buildings that integrate with their environment and users' needs.
Reviews (1)
Matthew Taylor
Dec 15, 2018
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Friendly and helpful small architectural practice.
Tait Architects will help you through small projects, even if this is your first time working on your proprety. They have systems in place to ensure that things get done at the correct time and helpful fact sheets to help you understand what your role in the process will be before you sign up. They generally produce fairly slick minimal modern designs, but tailor this approach to the client and the location. The also work on larger commercial projects, particular housing and sports / leisure.
Tait Architects will help you through small projects, even if this is your first time working on your proprety. They have systems in place to ensure that things get done at the correct time and helpful fact sheets to help you understand what your role in the process will be before you sign up. They generally produce fairly slick minimal modern designs, but tailor this approach to the client and the location. The also work on larger commercial projects, particular housing and sports / leisure.
