Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Altrincham
Established in 2000, Kirkman Architects is a Cheshire-based practice led by RIBA-qualified David Kirkman Architects, with over 35 years of industry experience. Our five-strong team combines architectural expertise with interior design capabilities to deliver tailored solutions for projects ranging from 200,000 to 6 million. Specialising in new builds, refurbishments, and listed building conversions, we serve diverse sectors including leisure, residential, and commercial developments. Our proven track record with major clients like Burger King and AMF Ltd demonstrates our ability to manage complex projects while maintaining strict adherence to budgets and timelines. We prioritise clear communication throughout every project phase, from initial concept to final handover.With extensive experience in planning applications and regulatory compliance, we ensure seamless approvals for our clients. Our portfolio showcases landmark projects such as the luxury chapel conversion in North Wales and the 44,000 sq ft Blackpool entertainment centre. We maintain long-term relationships with industry leaders through our commitment to value engineering and innovative design solutions. Our in-house branding capabilities further enhance project cohesion by aligning architectural elements with corporate identity requirements. This comprehensive approach has established us as trusted advisors for both private and corporate clients across the UK.
Services
Architectural Design
Project Management
Planning Applications
Retail Development
Leisure Facilities
Commercial Buildings
Branding Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of specialist experience in architectural design and project management
- Our team includes RIBA-qualified architects and certified interior designers
- We maintain 98% client retention through strict budget adherence
- We provide full-service delivery from concept to building regulations approval
- Our portfolio includes landmark projects valued up to 6 million
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services from initial concept sketches to detailed technical drawings. Our RIBA-qualified team creates innovative solutions for new builds and refurbishments across residential, commercial, and leisure sectors. Each design balances aesthetic appeal with practical functionality while maintaining strict budget parameters.
Project Management
Our end-to-end project management ensures seamless delivery from planning approval to final handover. We coordinate all aspects including contractor selection, timeline scheduling, and quality control while maintaining transparent communication with clients throughout the process.
Planning Applications
We specialise in securing planning permissions and building regulations approvals for diverse developments. Our expertise in listed building consents and licensing applications ensures compliance with all statutory requirements while minimising approval delays for our clients.
Leisure Facilities
We design and refurbish leisure venues including restaurants, nightclubs, and entertainment centres. Recent projects include the 44,000 sq ft Blackpool Family Entertainment Centre and multiple ten-pin bowling complexes, combining safety requirements with engaging customer experiences.
Commercial Buildings
Our commercial architecture covers offices, retail units, and industrial facilities. We recently completed a 1m food processing plant in Manchester, demonstrating our ability to integrate technical requirements with efficient operational layouts for business clients.
People
David Kirkman
Founder & Lead Architect
RIBA-qualified architect with 35+ years' experience, specialising in leisure and commercial developments. Established Kirkman Architects in 2000 after gaining expertise in motorway services, hospitality, and healthcare architecture.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including design, planning applications, building regulations, and project management for residential, commercial, and leisure developments.
Do you handle listed building conversions?
Yes, we specialise in heritage conversions like our luxury chapel project in North Wales, ensuring historical preservation meets modern functionality requirements.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects from £200,000 to £6 million+, including new builds, refurbishments, and large-scale developments like our 44,000 sq ft entertainment centre.
Which areas do you serve?
While based in Altrincham, we operate nationwide with recent projects in North Wales, Blackpool, Cheshire, and Manchester.
Can you assist with planning permissions?
Yes, we manage all aspects of planning applications including listed building consents, licensing, and building regulations approvals.
