Business Details
43 Years
experience
Expert RIBA Chartered Architectural Services in Berkshire
MW Architects is a RIBA chartered architectural practice founded in 1983, with over 40 years of experience delivering bespoke design solutions across residential, commercial, and heritage sectors. Our approach prioritises client needs, combining creative architecture with technical expertise to create spaces that enhance quality of life. We specialise in navigating complex planning challenges, particularly within Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and have a proven track record in listed building conservation and sustainable design.Our team of chartered architects and technicians provides end-to-end project management, from initial consultation to construction completion, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to budgets. With studios in Berkshire, Hampshire, and Wiltshire, we serve clients across southern England, offering personalised service supported by decades of local planning authority engagement.
Services
Residential Architecture
Listed Building Extensions
Barn Conversions
Commercial Projects
Equestrian Design
Heritage Conservation
Planning Applications
Sustainable Architecture
New Home Builds
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of architectural experience across diverse sectors
- RIBA chartered practice with conservation accreditation
- Personalised service meeting clients on-site before proposals
- Specialists in challenging AONB and listed building projects
- Proven planning success with 35+ years local authority knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Thrilled with outcome
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Transformed lives
Design excellence
Services
Residential Architecture
Creating tailored residential solutions that balance aesthetic appeal with functional living spaces. Our expertise spans new builds, extensions, and property renovations across southern England. We focus on enhancing daily life through thoughtful space planning while maintaining compliance with local planning regulations and conservation requirements.
Listed Building Extensions
Specialist conservation work for Grade II listed buildings and conservation areas. Our MSc-qualified team delivers sympathetic extensions that preserve historical integrity while incorporating modern living requirements through careful material selection and traditional construction techniques.
Barn Conversions
Transforming agricultural buildings into functional residential or commercial spaces. We navigate complex planning constraints to create unique properties that maintain original character while meeting modern standards for energy efficiency and usability.
Commercial Architecture
Designing purpose-built commercial spaces and adapting historic buildings for modern business use. Our portfolio includes office conversions, healthcare facilities, and equestrian centres that combine practical functionality with architectural merit within sensitive rural contexts.
Equestrian Design
Specialist equine architecture including training yards, stables, and arena developments. Our designs integrate operational efficiency with aesthetic harmony to create functional spaces tailored to the racing and equestrian industries' specific requirements.
People
Howard Waters
Partner
RIBA Chartered Architect with MSc in Historic Building Conservation. Specialises in listed building projects across Wiltshire, providing expert planning navigation and heritage-sensitive design solutions since 1988.
Andrew Bray
Partner
20+ years' experience delivering residential and commercial projects. Former Senior Associate at Sutton Griffin Architects, specialising in complex developments requiring detailed technical expertise and planning strategy.
Adrian Rouse
Partner
Chartered Architect with extensive sector experience including healthcare, education, and ecclesiastical projects. Focuses on client briefing accuracy and practical on-site delivery for diverse architectural schemes.
Duncan Mathewson
Founding Partner
Established practice in 1983 with specialist knowledge in equestrian architecture. Provides strategic oversight for complex projects, maintaining original design ethos while mentoring the next generation of architects.
Marianne Smith
Associate Architect
RIBA Chartered professional offering client consultation services. Advises on architectural quality and planning strategy, ensuring projects maintain contextual sensitivity and regulatory compliance.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential design, listed building conservation, barn conversions, equestrian architecture, and commercial projects within protected landscapes.
How do you handle planning challenges in AONBs?
Our 35+ years' local authority experience enables successful planning applications in sensitive areas through context-sensitive designs respecting natural beauty.
Can you work with listed buildings?
Yes, our team includes MSc-qualified conservation specialists with extensive experience in Grade II listed building renovations and extensions.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects of all scales from small extensions to large commercial developments, focusing on bespoke solutions rather than project size.
Do you offer full project management?
Yes, we provide end-to-end services including contract administration, site visits, and CDM coordination for complete project oversight.
