Business Details
15 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Suffolk
Established in 2011, Peter Wells Architects is an award-winning architectural practice headquartered in Suffolk. Our team of nine professionals specialises in designing innovative spaces, securing planning permissions, and delivering transformative projects across East Anglia. With extensive expertise in historic buildings and sustainable design, we prioritise collaboration, transparency, and contextual sensitivity. Our services span from concept design to project management, focusing on creating functional, aesthetically striking environments.We maintain strong relationships with local planning authorities and have a proven track record in complex conversions and developments. Our commitment to environmental stewardship ensures every project contributes positively to communities and ecosystems. By blending creativity with practicality, we deliver solutions that enhance both property value and quality of life for our clients.
Services
Design
Planning
Project Management
Consultation
Barn Conversions
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of architectural experience in East Anglia
- Award-winning designs with a 95% planning permission success rate
- Specialists in historic building conversions and barn adaptations
- Sustainability-focused approach integrated into every project
- Direct collaboration with founding architect throughout your project
Services
Design
Our architectural design service creates award-winning spaces tailored to client specifications. We specialise in contemporary new builds and innovative conversions, balancing aesthetic appeal with functional requirements. Each project benefits from our deep understanding of local contexts and building heritage.
Planning
With 30+ years' local authority experience, we secure planning permissions even for complex projects. Our strategic approach combines technical expertise with relationship-based negotiation to achieve successful outcomes for challenging developments across East Anglia.
Project Management
We oversee projects from concept to completion, coordinating multidisciplinary teams including ecologists and tax specialists. Our hands-on management ensures adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards while maintaining transparent client communication throughout the process.
Consultation
Expert consultancy covering feasibility studies, viability assessments, and sustainability strategies. Our specialists provide informed guidance on historic building adaptations and rural development challenges, ensuring technically sound and contextually appropriate solutions.
Barn Conversions
Specialist barn conversion service preserving historic integrity while creating modern living spaces. We combine conservation expertise with innovative design to transform agricultural structures into functional homes and commercial spaces across Suffolk and surrounding counties.
People
Peter Wells
Owner & Architect
Founder with 25+ years' East Anglia architectural experience. Specialises in contemporary design and historic adaptations. Leads all projects personally, ensuring consistent vision and quality control.
Andy Catton
Associate Director
Chartered architect with 12+ years' regional practice. Expert in rural developments and planning negotiations. Oversees project delivery while maintaining strong local authority relationships.
Keith Webber
Architect
Award-winning designer with 20+ years' experience. Focuses on public housing and heritage projects. Brings technical precision to complex conversions and new build schemes.
Becky Spall
Architectural Technologist
Conservation specialist with master's degree in historic buildings. Provides technical expertise on traditional construction methods and heritage compliance requirements.
Spencer Grimwade
Architectural Assistant
Feasibility studies specialist with technical expertise in site coordination. Supports complex projects with detailed analysis and practical implementation strategies.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in contemporary design, historic conversions, planning consultancy, and project management across Suffolk and East Anglia.
How experienced are your architects with barn conversions?
Our team has extensive experience transforming agricultural buildings into modern homes, combining heritage conservation with contemporary design.
Can you help with planning permission for challenging sites?
Yes, we have a 95% success rate securing permissions for complex projects, including developments in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Do you work on commercial as well as residential projects?
Yes, we handle diverse projects including wedding venues, cafes, and golf course developments alongside private residences.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We integrate passive design principles, local materials, and energy-efficient systems to create environmentally responsible buildings that enhance their surroundings.
What areas do you cover beyond Suffolk?
While based in Suffolk, we work across Essex, Norfolk, and select locations with historic buildings requiring specialist attention.
