Business Details
21 Years
experience
Award-Winning Isle of Wight Architects & Sustainable Design Experts
Established in 2005, Alchemy Architects is an R.I.B.A. award-winning practice based on the Isle of Wight, dedicated to creating sustainable, design-led architectural solutions. Our team, led by director William Rome, combines rigorous design principles with environmental sensitivity, delivering projects that harmonise with their surroundings. With over two decades of collective experience, we specialise in new build homes, conversions, and interior design, maintaining strong relationships with planning consultants, engineers, and contractors. Our process prioritises early-stage clarity in design, materiality, and light manipulation to achieve timeless, functional spaces. We hold professional registration with the Architects Registration Board and have secured numerous planning approvals through collaborative local authority engagement.Our work spans residential, commercial, and heritage projects, reflecting a commitment to both modernist innovation and period-sensitive renovations. Clients benefit from our expertise in self-build support, including partnerships with pre-fabricated timber system providers. Recognised for excellence in sustainable design, our Green House Project received R.I.B.A. accreditation and Super Home status from Kevin McCloud. We maintain transparency in all client interactions, offering free initial consultations and tailored service packages to meet individual project requirements.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Feasibility Studies
Planning Submissions
Building Regulations
Contract Administration
Heritage Consultancy
Self-Build Support
Commercial Projects
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We hold R.I.B.A. award-winning design credentials
- Our director has 25+ years professional architectural experience
- Specialists in sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions
- We offer complete project lifecycle architectural services
- Proven success in complex planning applications and heritage projects
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (R.I.B.A.)
- Architects Registration Board
What people say
Exceptional design vision
Smooth planning process
Excellent client communication
Sustainable solutions expertise
Timely project delivery
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates bespoke solutions balancing aesthetic innovation with functional requirements. We specialise in new build homes, commercial developments, and mixed-use projects, employing modernist principles while respecting environmental context. Each design undergoes rigorous material and spatial analysis to ensure timeless quality and practical usability across diverse site conditions.
Heritage Conservation
Specialist heritage conservation services preserve architectural integrity while modernising period properties. We manage complex planning negotiations for listed buildings, combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary upgrades. Our approach maintains historical authenticity while improving energy efficiency and modern living standards through sensitive design interventions.
Planning Consultancy
Comprehensive planning consultancy navigates UK regulatory frameworks for residential and commercial developments. We prepare detailed submissions, manage pre-application discussions, and secure approvals for complex projects. Our established relationships with local authorities ensure efficient processing of planning permissions, building regulations, and conservation area consents.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable design integrates passive solar principles, renewable materials, and energy-efficient systems into every project. We specialise in eco-homes with solar thermal systems, high insulation standards, and low-carbon construction methods. Our Green House Project achieved R.I.B.A. sustainability benchmarks while maintaining architectural excellence in both new builds and renovations.
Self-Build Support
Tailored self-build support guides clients through every project phase from concept to completion. We provide technical drawings, contractor recommendations, and cost management for pre-fabricated systems like Huf Haus and Potton Barn. Our service includes contract administration and on-site supervision to ensure quality control for owner-managed construction projects.
People
William Rome
Director & Lead Architect
William Rome MA RCA ARB, director of Alchemy Architects, trained at Royal College of Art and University of Brighton. With 25+ years experience, he specialises in sustainable design and heritage projects. R.I.B.A.-registered architect since 1996, leading award-winning developments across the Isle of Wight.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including new builds, conversions, interior design, planning permissions, building regulations, contract administration, and specialist heritage consultancy across residential and commercial sectors.
Are you a registered architectural practice?
Yes, we are legally registered with the Architects Registration Board and hold R.I.B.A. award-winning status for our sustainable design excellence.
Do you work beyond the Isle of Wight?
While based on the Isle of Wight, we undertake projects across South Hampshire, Dorset Coast, and mainland UK through our established professional network.
Can you assist with self-build projects?
Yes, we offer comprehensive self-build support including technical drawings, contractor recommendations, and contract administration for pre-fabricated timber systems and custom developments.
How do you approach sustainable design?
Our sustainable approach combines passive solar design, renewable materials, and energy-efficient systems. The award-winning Green House Project demonstrates our commitment to R.I.B.A. sustainability standards in both new builds and renovations.
Reviews (4)
Geoff Willetts
Dec 26, 2017
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We gave Will our brief and he came up with an exception concept. With a few tweaks it was spot on. Will listens, thinks and then comes up with the goods. You can't ask for any more than that.
Matt Long
Sep 08, 2017
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Will translated our ideas into an amazing design for our new house that could be built within our tight budget. Now the designs have become reality its great to spend time in the house as the build progresses to appreciate how all the spaces work together.
Rick Methold
Jun 06, 2017
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Alchemy Architects provided feasibility, concept design, detailed design and planning services for our new build domestic property on the Isle of Wight. Very pleased with all aspects of the services and the extra attention to non standard materials and building construction methods required, and for the slightly different but pragmatic thinking for such a bespoke design.
Christopher Court
May 16, 2017
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Alchemy Architects Ltd where just what I was looking for. Really creative design approach. Design & project experience that wasnt just confined to the Island. Good ideas & strategies for making the budget go a long way. The whole experience was well managed and I felt as though I was in good hands through out a difficult project.
