Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Wetherby
Established in 2000 by Tony and Jo Parascandolo, A & J Architects brings over two decades of expertise in creating innovative architectural solutions. Our practice is rooted in a director-led approach, ensuring hands-on engagement with every project. We specialise in healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and retail sectors, delivering high-quality buildings tailored to client needs. Our philosophy centres on understanding client aspirations, combining creative design with practical functionality.With offices in Collingham near Wetherby, we serve Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and beyond, maintaining strong relationships with multidisciplinary consultants. Our team's RIBA and RTPI accreditations underscore our commitment to excellence. We prioritise transparency, client collaboration, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring projects meet both expectations and regulatory standards.
Services
Healthcare Architecture
Education Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Residential Architecture
Private House Extensions
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in architectural design across diverse sectors.
- Our director-led approach ensures hands-on project management from start to finish.
- We specialise in complex sectors including healthcare and education infrastructure.
- Our team includes RIBA and RTPI accredited professionals with proven technical expertise.
- We guarantee meticulous attention to detail and client-centric design solutions.
What people say
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Services
Healthcare Architecture
We create functional healthcare facilities that prioritise patient flow and clinical efficiency. Our expertise includes designing medical centres, surgeries, and community health buildings. With over 15 years of sector-specific experience, we ensure compliance with healthcare regulations while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Education Architecture
Our education projects focus on creating inspiring learning environments for schools and universities. We specialise in modern layouts that enhance student engagement while meeting strict safety standards. Our portfolio includes primary care centres adapted for educational use.
Commercial Architecture
We deliver commercial spaces that optimise workflow and brand identity. Our services cover retail units, office developments, and mixed-use buildings. Each project incorporates sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems to reduce long-term costs.
Residential Architecture
Our residential expertise includes new builds, extensions, and property renovations. We focus on maximising natural light and creating flexible living spaces. All designs balance modern aesthetics with practical family needs across urban and rural settings.
Private House Extensions
We design seamless property additions that enhance living space while maintaining structural integrity. Our process includes detailed planning consultations to ensure compliance with local authority requirements and conservation area guidelines.
People
Tony Parascandolo
Director
RIBA-qualified architect with 25+ years' experience in healthcare and commercial projects. Specialises in transforming complex client requirements into award-winning designs. Leads all major projects from concept to completion.
Jo Parascandolo
Director
Dual-qualified RIBA architect and RTPI town planner with expertise in conservation and healthcare design. Manages planning applications and ensures regulatory compliance across all projects. Focuses on sustainable urban development solutions.
Questions
What architectural sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and retail architecture with particular expertise in complex healthcare and education infrastructure projects.
How long have you been operating in the industry?
Our directors have over 25 years' combined experience, with the practice established in 2000 delivering projects across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Can you handle planning applications in conservation areas?
Yes, our team includes RTPI-qualified planners with proven success in securing approvals for sensitive locations and heritage buildings.
Do you work with multidisciplinary teams?
We collaborate with structural engineers, quantity surveyors, and specialist consultants to provide comprehensive solutions for complex projects.
What geographic areas do you cover?
While based in Wetherby, we operate throughout Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and accept select projects nationwide.
Reviews (2)
Jamie Winspear
Jul 13, 2018
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Jo and Tony are fantastic, they listen to the client and appreciate what the client actually wants. They then put their architectural skills and vast experience to work and come up with stunning designs. I have known A & J Architects for sometime now, worked on a lovely project together and recently recommended them to a friend for a large barn renovation which they have recently completed the plans and submitted drawings, this will no doubt be another super project.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Jamie Winspear
HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Jamie Winspear
Damian Bramley
Nov 25, 2017
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I can highly recommend Jo and Tony of A & J Architects. Jo and Tony go over and above what you would normally expect from a architectural practice, doing everything in house, offering some great advice on how to get the best out of your home. Jo and Tony take the time to fully understand a clients requirements and how they live and use their property offering great personal service, producing very innovative architectural designs and I cannot recommend Jo and Tony highly enough.
