Business Details
Award-Winning Architects in Beverley Specialising in Healthcare Design
Alessandro Caruso Architects is an award-winning architectural and interior design practice dedicated to enhancing quality of life through sustainable, people-centric design. Founded on the principles of empathy and innovation, our journey began with Alessandro Caruso's personal experience recovering from a severe accident, which inspired a focus on healthcare architecture and wellbeing. Our team combines deep expertise in healthcare design with a holistic approach to commercial, education, and residential sectors, prioritizing sustainability and social responsibility.With offices in Beverley and Doncaster, we deliver projects across the UK, guided by RIBA standards and a commitment to creating spaces that foster inclusivity and environmental stewardship. Our accolades, including RIBA recognition and CIAT membership, reflect our dedication to excellence and client satisfaction.
Services
Architectural Services
Interior Design
CDM Principal Designers
Healthcare Design
Sustainable Design
Highlights and features
- We specialise in healthcare architecture with a focus on wellbeing.
- Our team holds RIBA and CIAT professional accreditations.
- We deliver sustainable, award-winning designs across multiple sectors.
- Our approach integrates empathy and technical expertise.
- We operate across the UK with offices in Beverley and Doncaster.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- Chartered Institute of Architectural Technology (CIAT)
What people say
Excellent customer service
Massive impact
Proactive and passionate
Magnificent new centre
Services
Architectural Services
Our architectural services follow the RIBA Plan of Work, balancing economics, efficiency, and structure. We specialise in healthcare projects while applying wellbeing-focused principles to commercial, education, and residential sectors. With offices in Beverley and Doncaster, we deliver sustainable, people-centric designs across the UK.
Interior Design
Our interior designers create functional spaces that enrich user experiences. We focus on healthcare environments, commercial interiors, and residential projects, integrating wellbeing principles. The team combines creativity with technical expertise to meet diverse client needs across the UK.
CDM Principal Designers
As CDM principal designers, we provide expert guidance during project planning. Our team ensures compliance with Building Safety Act requirements, prioritising risk management and regulatory standards. This service supports clients in healthcare, education, and commercial sectors nationwide.
Healthcare Design
Specialising in healthcare architecture, we design facilities that enhance patient and staff wellbeing. Projects include care homes, diagnostic centres, and hospice designs. Our approach combines clinical insights with sustainable practices to create healing environments across the UK.
Sustainable Design
We integrate sustainability into all projects, reducing environmental impact while improving functionality. Our methods include energy-efficient systems, eco-friendly materials, and biophilic design principles. This commitment extends to social value initiatives across private, public, and third-sector developments.
People
Alessandro Caruso
Managing Director
A healthcare design specialist and RIBA Client Adviser, Alessandro founded ACA after a personal experience with hospital design. He shares expertise through industry presentations and leads the team in creating wellbeing-focused spaces.
Amelia Caruso
Client Services Director
With a law and business background, Amelia manages client relationships and business operations. Her empathetic approach ensures strong communication between ACA's team and clients across all sectors.
Kornel Witkowski
Architectural Assistant Part II
A RIBA-awarded graduate from Hull School of Art & Design, Kornel specialises in 3D visualisations. He contributes technical expertise to healthcare and residential projects, bringing designs to life through digital models.
Tony Walker
Senior Architectural Technologist
With over 30 years' experience and CIAT membership, Tony provides technical leadership. His expertise spans healthcare and commercial projects, combining practical knowledge with a passion for architectural innovation.
Darran Rogers
Health And Safety Consultant
Founder of DDR Consultants, Darran offers bespoke health and safety solutions. His consultancy supports ACA's CDM compliance, ensuring projects meet rigorous safety standards across Hull and surrounding regions.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare architecture, with expertise extending to commercial, education, residential, and third-sector projects.
How does healthcare design improve wellbeing?
Our designs prioritise natural light, intuitive layouts, and calming environments to reduce stress and support recovery for patients and staff.
Are you accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we are members of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Chartered Institute of Architectural Technology (CIAT).
Which areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide with offices in Beverley and Doncaster, delivering projects across East Yorkshire and the UK.
Can you handle both private and public sector projects?
Yes, we work with private developers, public sector organisations, and third-sector charities on diverse architectural challenges.
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Reviews (6)
Ben Gardiner
Jun 06, 2021
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I'm delighted to have had a consultation with ACA. We're looking to have a kitchen/diner knockthrough, and an extension to give us more space.
Alessandro was very thorough and professional, and talked through the different options. At the end of the session we had a clear idea of what we should go for, and how we should proceed.
ACA has a very impressive portfolio, and having seen Alessandro's expertise first-hand I'd have no hesitation in recommending ACA.
Alessandro was very thorough and professional, and talked through the different options. At the end of the session we had a clear idea of what we should go for, and how we should proceed.
ACA has a very impressive portfolio, and having seen Alessandro's expertise first-hand I'd have no hesitation in recommending ACA.
Prospect Farm
Jun 03, 2021
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My wife and I wanted to improve our home to better suit our family and business needs. We had been trying to solve this ourselves for years without any conclusion. On recommendation we contacted Alex and Amelia and sent a description of our situation, our aims, and some simple sketches of our plot. Alex and Amelia just 'got it'. Very friendly and helpful, they listened to our needs and understood how they might be accommodated by modifying our home.
Alex's master plan for making our home work better for us solves all our challenges and within our budget. Being able to execute the plan in stages
Alex's master plan for making our home work better for us solves all our challenges and within our budget. Being able to execute the plan in stages
Sophie Lee
May 23, 2021
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Positive:Quality
The ACA team were very accommodating and proposed a range of solutions, working with the school to develop a design that met client requirements whilst ensuring that proposals stayed within the affordability cap of the scheme.
The ACA team were very accommodating and proposed a range of solutions, working with the school to develop a design that met client requirements whilst ensuring that proposals stayed within the affordability cap of the scheme.
Elizabeth Hughes
Apr 29, 2021
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Alex and the team are extremely professional, but remain friendly and down to earth. I have been working with Alex on a planning application submission and he has assisted me through my learning journey and supported the business at every stage of the project. We are very impressed by the dedication, proactive approach and quality of work from the ACA team.
Jan Chidley
Mar 24, 2021
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We approached Alex and Amelia to help us with ideas for improving our living space at home. They came for an initial meeting and chat about the project and said they would come back with ideas soon, which they did.
Wow, they really hit the brief and more, and inspired us both, needless to say we are moving forward with it all now. Communication has been fantastic, and both Alex and Amelia are a pleasure to work with. We really look forward to the end result.
Wow, they really hit the brief and more, and inspired us both, needless to say we are moving forward with it all now. Communication has been fantastic, and both Alex and Amelia are a pleasure to work with. We really look forward to the end result.
Gareth Alexander
Jan 03, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We used ACA for a feasibility study of a commercial to mixed use conversion of a grade 2 listed building for a feasibility study. The communications, attention to detail and advice was fantastic and helped to provide a clear understanding of the risks and scope of the project. I would highly recommend ACA.
We used ACA for a feasibility study of a commercial to mixed use conversion of a grade 2 listed building for a feasibility study. The communications, attention to detail and advice was fantastic and helped to provide a clear understanding of the risks and scope of the project. I would highly recommend ACA.
