Business Details
Trusted Architects for Bespoke Projects in York
We are Walker Graham Architects, dedicated to creating practical buildings with individuality and charm for real people to live and work in. Our expertise spans bespoke remodelling, replacement homes, barn conversions, small developments, rural diversification, and community buildings. With offices in Banbury and York, we prioritise listening to clients during initial consultations to understand their needs, followed by detailed surveys to inform our design process.Our six-stage approach ensures compliance with planning and building regulations while maintaining a focus on enhancing clients' lifestyles. We pride ourselves on assembling professional teams to maximise project success and maintain a professional yet approachable demeanour throughout.
Services
Bespoke Homes
Barn Conversions
Small Developments
Rural Diversification
Education Buildings
Domestic Extensions
Commercial Conversions
Highlights and features
- We offer a six-stage architectural process from consultation to building regulations compliance.
- Our team conducts detailed site surveys to inform precise design solutions.
- We specialise in rural diversification and heritage-sensitive barn conversions.
- Our designs prioritise enhancing clients' lifestyles through functional aesthetics.
- We maintain transparency throughout planning and construction phases.
Services
Barn Conversions
We transform traditional agricultural buildings into modern living or working spaces while preserving historical character. Our approach balances structural integrity with contemporary functionality, ensuring compliance with planning policies for rural sites. Clients benefit from tailored solutions that maximise natural light and space efficiency.
Bespoke Homes
We design unique residential properties reflecting individual client needs and site-specific opportunities. From single dwellings to small developments, our process integrates architectural creativity with technical precision. Each project prioritises energy efficiency and long-term usability within budgetary constraints.
Rural Diversification
We help landowners repurpose agricultural assets for commercial or community use, such as holiday lets or workspace conversions. Our expertise includes navigating planning restrictions and creating economically viable schemes that respect rural character and local policy requirements.
Community Buildings
We specialise in designing educational facilities, nurseries, and civic spaces that serve local needs. Our process involves stakeholder consultation to create accessible, functional environments. Projects incorporate sustainable materials and future-proof layouts for evolving community requirements.
Domestic Extensions
We create seamless property expansions that enhance living space while maintaining architectural coherence. Our designs optimise spatial flow and natural light integration, with full support through planning applications and building regulation approvals to ensure hassle-free client experiences.
People
Richard Walker
Architect
Richard combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver client-focused architectural solutions. With extensive experience in residential and rural projects, he ensures every design balances practicality with aesthetic appeal while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory standards.
Sean Graham
Architect
Sean specialises in heritage-sensitive conversions and community-focused developments. His collaborative approach prioritises understanding client aspirations to create spaces that enhance daily life, supported by meticulous attention to detail throughout the project lifecycle.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We focus on bespoke homes, barn conversions, rural diversification projects, community buildings, and domestic extensions across Yorkshire and surrounding regions.
How does your design process work?
Our six-stage process includes consultation, site survey, concept design, final design development, planning applications, and building regulation compliance support.
Do you handle planning permission applications?
Yes, we prepare high-quality drawings that address national and regional planning policies to streamline your project's approval process.
Can you assist with rural development projects?
We specialise in rural diversification schemes, helping clients repurpose agricultural assets while navigating specific planning constraints and opportunities.
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily across Yorkshire, Oxfordshire, and surrounding counties, with completed projects in Harrogate, Beverley, Banbury, and York.
