Business Details
13 Years
experience
RIBA-Accredited Architectural Services in Kendal
Established in 2013, Sam Fletcher Architect is a sole practitioner based in Kendal, Cumbria, offering architectural services across North West England. With over two decades of professional experience since qualifying in 1999, including roles in the Netherlands, Scotland, and Carlisle, the practice specialises in creating thoughtfully designed buildings that prioritise energy efficiency and client aspirations. The architect holds a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) accreditation and maintains a client-centric approach, focusing on understanding individual needs while considering landscape integration, budget constraints, and regulatory requirements.Notable projects include barn conversions within the Lake District National Park, listed building restorations, and sustainable new-build properties incorporating traditional materials. The practice provides comprehensive services from initial consultations and planning applications to construction administration, with a particular emphasis on natural light optimisation and environmentally responsible construction methods. Clients benefit from direct access to the architect throughout projects, ensuring continuity and attention to detail in both residential and community-focused developments.
Services
Architectural Design
Barn Conversions
Listed Building Work
Sustainable Construction
Planning Applications
Building Regulations Compliance
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- RIBA-accredited architect with 20+ years' professional experience
- Specialises in sustainable design and historic building conservation
- Offers free initial consultation with transparent pricing
- Comprehensive service from planning applications to construction oversight
- Proven track record in Lake District National Park projects
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Exceptionally pleasant to work with
Quick and clear communications
Excellent project management
Strong planning expertise
Transparent pricing
Services
Architectural Design
Creating bespoke architectural solutions tailored to client requirements while maintaining environmental sustainability. Specialising in residential projects, barn conversions and new-build properties that integrate with their surroundings. The practice offers comprehensive design services from concept development to construction documentation, ensuring compliance with planning regulations and building standards across Cumbria and North West England.
Barn Conversions
Specialist conversion of traditional agricultural buildings into modern living spaces within the Lake District National Park and surrounding areas. Projects maintain historical integrity while incorporating contemporary design elements and energy-efficient systems such as ground source heat pumps. The process includes planning permission acquisition, material selection and project management to ensure successful execution of rural building transformations.
Listed Building Work
Expertise in working with protected structures including Georgian properties and cruck-framed barns. Services cover conservation, restoration and adaptive reuse while maintaining original features and securing necessary consents. The practice ensures compliance with heritage regulations through careful material selection and traditional construction techniques that preserve architectural integrity during modernisation processes.
Sustainable Construction
Implementing energy-efficient design principles that reduce reliance on mechanical systems through strategic insulation and passive solar design. Projects incorporate renewable energy solutions like solar panels and utilise breathable materials such as lime plaster. The approach focuses on creating low-maintenance, environmentally responsible buildings that achieve high insulation standards while maintaining aesthetic harmony with their surroundings.
Planning Applications
Comprehensive support for securing planning permissions and building control approvals across multiple jurisdictions. Services include preparing detailed submission documents, negotiating with local authorities and managing the entire approval process. The practice maintains strong relationships with planning departments to facilitate smooth approvals for complex projects including conservation area developments and listed building conversions.
People
Sam Fletcher
Architect
RIBA-accredited architect with over 20 years' experience specialising in sustainable design and rural building conversions. Qualified in 1999, Sam has worked across the UK and Europe, bringing international expertise to Cumbrian projects while maintaining a client-focused approach to architectural solutions.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential architecture, barn conversions, listed building work, and sustainable design solutions across Cumbria and North West England.
Can you assist with planning applications in protected areas?
Yes, we have extensive experience securing planning permissions in the Lake District National Park and conservation areas.
Do you work beyond Cumbria?
While based in Kendal, we regularly work across North Lancashire and parts of Yorkshire, with occasional projects further afield.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We prioritise passive design strategies, natural materials, and energy-efficient systems to create buildings with minimal environmental impact.
What fees structure do you use?
We offer capped fees per project stage with transparent pricing, remaining under the VAT threshold for cost-effectiveness.
Can you manage building regulations compliance?
Yes, we provide full support for Building Control applications and ensure all projects meet current regulatory standards.
