Business Details
Award-Winning Architectural Solutions UK
Falconer Chester Hall is a distinguished architectural practice with a proven track record in delivering innovative and functional building solutions across the UK. Our expertise spans commercial, residential, and student accommodation sectors, with landmark projects including high-rise PRS developments, luxury hotels, and mixed-use urban regeneration schemes. We prioritise client needs through empathetic design approaches that balance aesthetic appeal with practical requirements. Our team combines technical excellence with creative vision, demonstrated through award-winning projects like The Lexington and Horizon Heights. With offices in Liverpool, Manchester, and London, we maintain deep regional knowledge while operating at a national scale.Sustainability remains central to our practice, evident in our retrofitting initiatives and net zero strategy contributions. We have played pivotal roles in transforming urban landscapes, notably contributing to Liverpool's regeneration through projects like Queen Square. Our architects regularly share industry insights at professional forums, maintaining thought leadership in evolving regulatory environments such as the Building Safety Act. This combination of local expertise, technical proficiency, and forward-thinking design philosophy establishes us as trusted partners for complex development projects.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Residential Towers
Student Accommodation
Interior Design
Retrofitting
Highlights and features
- We deliver award-winning PRS and student accommodation developments
- Our team includes senior architects with Building Safety Act expertise
- We combine urban regeneration experience with sustainability focus
- We maintain regional specialism in North West England markets
- We offer proven expertise in Grade II listed building conversions
Services
Commercial Architecture
We create functional commercial spaces tailored to business requirements. Our approach combines modern aesthetics with practical layouts for optimal operational efficiency. Projects include Tower Wharf's riverside commercial development and mixed-use schemes integrating retail and office spaces.
Residential Towers
Specialists in high-density residential developments including PRS towers. We deliver modern living spaces with communal facilities, as demonstrated in The Lexington's 34-storey Liverpool scheme and Pall Mall Press's 22-storey tower.
Student Accommodation
Award-winning student housing solutions combining private and shared spaces. Horizon Heights and Limelight projects demonstrate our expertise in creating vibrant communities meeting evolving student expectations and post-pandemic needs.
Interior Design
Comprehensive interior architecture services for commercial and residential projects. We focus on maximising spatial efficiency while maintaining aesthetic coherence across different property types and user requirements.
Retrofitting
Sustainable building upgrade solutions preserving architectural heritage. Our retrofitting expertise addresses climate challenges while maintaining structural integrity, particularly in historic Liverpool developments.
People
Tom McTernan
Senior Architect
Experienced architect specialising in fire safety and sustainability. Regular contributor to industry panels including the Architects Journal Fire Safety Panel. Leads net zero strategy implementation across projects.
Alastair Wake
Senior Architect
Expert in student accommodation design with deep understanding of evolving market demands. Focuses on creating functional living spaces that enhance resident experience and community interaction.
Quentin Keohane
Director
Strategic leader guiding urban development projects. Provides expert insights on local planning policies and their impact on architectural practice across North West England.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in commercial, residential, and student accommodation projects including high-rise developments, mixed-use schemes, and heritage building conversions.
Do you handle both new builds and renovations?
Yes, we deliver new developments like The Lexington tower and retrofitting projects preserving historic buildings' character while modernising functionality.
How do you approach sustainable design?
Sustainability is core to our practice, incorporating energy-efficient systems, retrofitting existing structures, and developing net zero strategies for all project types.
Which UK regions do you operate in?
We have primary offices in Liverpool, Manchester, and London, with project experience across major UK cities including Sheffield and Salford.
Can you handle complex urban regeneration projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience transforming urban landscapes through projects like Queen Square and Parliament Square, integrating commercial and residential elements.
