Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Residential Architecture Services
Shape Architecture is a Chartered RIBA practice established in 2006, specialising in residential architecture across London, Brighton, and the South East. With over 18 years of experience, we transform properties into light-filled contemporary spaces through innovative design solutions. Our approach prioritises space, light, and transparency, utilising materials like glass to enhance natural light integration. We offer comprehensive services from initial consultation to project completion, including planning applications, technical design, and on-site management. Our team provides Director-led support for every project, ensuring clarity and flexibility through competitive, activity-based fees.We employ 3D computer graphics for clear design communication and maintain strong industry partnerships to deliver high-quality results. Our expertise extends to listed buildings, sustainable design, and interior projects, supported by recognition in RIBA's House Goals publication. Client satisfaction is central to our practice, demonstrated through testimonials highlighting our professionalism, responsiveness, and creative problem-solving capabilities.
Services
Residential Architecture
Basement Projects
Listed Buildings
Interior Design
Sustainable Projects
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Chartered RIBA practice with 19 years' experience in residential architecture
- Specialists in listed buildings and sustainable design solutions
- Director-led approach with consistent project management
- Competitive fees structured by specific project activities
- Proven success in securing planning permissions for complex projects
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Professional and attentive support
Creative and listens to ideas
Drawings praised for quality
Smooth planning process
Excellent communication skills
Services
Residential Architecture
We specialise in transforming residential properties through contemporary architectural solutions. Our expertise covers extensions, renovations, and new builds across London and Brighton. With 19 years' experience, we combine space optimisation, natural light integration, and modern aesthetics. Our RIBA-accredited team guides clients through planning permissions, technical design, and construction management to deliver tailored living spaces.
Basement Projects
Our basement conversion specialists create functional subterranean spaces in challenging urban environments. We handle all aspects from initial feasibility studies to final construction oversight. With extensive experience in London's conservation areas, we secure necessary permissions and coordinate structural engineers to deliver light-filled basement extensions that maximise property potential.
Listed Buildings
We specialise in sensitive modifications to protected properties while maintaining historical integrity. Our RIBA-recognised expertise includes securing listed building consents and navigating complex planning requirements. We balance modern living needs with preservation principles, demonstrated through successful projects involving Victorian terraces and Grade II listed apartments across London and Brighton.
Interior Design
Our interior architecture services create cohesive living environments aligned with architectural vision. We design bespoke kitchens, bathrooms, and storage solutions that integrate seamlessly with structural elements. The team provides furniture selection, lighting design, and garden planning to complete residential transformations while maintaining spatial harmony with exterior architecture.
Sustainable Projects
We incorporate energy-efficient principles into all design phases, with 26 years' collective experience in sustainable construction methods. Our approach optimises natural light, improves thermal performance, and specifies eco-friendly materials. We guide clients through low-energy retrofitting options and environmentally conscious new builds that meet modern efficiency standards while maintaining aesthetic quality.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We focus on residential architecture including extensions, basement conversions, listed building modifications, and interior design across London and Brighton.
How experienced is your team?
Established in 2006, our RIBA-accredited practice has 19 years' experience delivering over 100 residential projects with particular expertise in complex planning applications.
Do you handle planning permissions?
Yes, we specialise in securing planning permissions including challenging cases for listed buildings and conservation areas, with proven success in appeals and retrospective approvals.
What areas do you cover?
We work throughout London, Brighton, and the South East, with completed projects in Fulham, Hove, Wimbledon, and surrounding counties.
How are your fees structured?
Our fees are competitively priced and clearly divided by project stages, with transparent costing for each specific activity from initial survey to construction completion.
Can you assist with interior design?
Yes, our services include bespoke interior design solutions that complement architectural elements, covering kitchen/bathroom design, lighting schemes, and custom furniture creation.
Reviews (1)
The Number
Jul 11, 2018
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SHAPE have been an outstanding team to work with. We've developed their website for a number of years, and their appreciation for quality, and consideration of details really brings out the best in us. Having spent time in some of their projects, it's clear this dedication stretches across all of their work and into the greater community.
