Business Details
17 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Lincoln
We are a design-led and commercially aware architectural practice with over 50 years of collective experience. Our team collaborates closely with clients across public and private sectors, delivering tailored solutions from project inception to completion. Specialising in architectural design, consultation, and contract administration, we serve diverse sectors including healthcare, education, residential, and commercial. Our expertise spans both traditional and design-and-build procurement methods, ensuring flexibility to meet client needs.With a strong track record in complex projects like healthcare hubs and educational facilities, we prioritise innovation and quality. Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to lead or support teams effectively, maintaining a commitment to excellence. Based in Lincoln, we combine local insight with national reach to deliver impactful architectural solutions.
Services
Architectural Design
Consultation
Masterplanning
Production Information
Contract Administration
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in architectural design and delivery.
- Our team works with both public and private sector clients nationally.
- We deliver projects across the full RIBA Plan of Work framework.
- Our expertise includes complex healthcare and education facilities.
- We combine traditional and design-and-build procurement methods.
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design solutions tailored to client needs. Our approach combines creativity with practicality, ensuring projects meet aesthetic, functional, and regulatory requirements. With expertise across sectors, we deliver innovative designs from concept to completion.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning services create cohesive, future-proof developments. We integrate land use, infrastructure, and sustainability to shape vibrant communities. Expertise spans residential, commercial, and public spaces, ensuring long-term value for stakeholders.
Contract Administration
We oversee projects through detailed contract administration, ensuring compliance and quality. Our team manages timelines, budgets, and coordination between parties, guaranteeing smooth delivery of complex architectural projects.
Production Information
We produce precise technical drawings and specifications for construction. Our detailed documentation ensures clarity for contractors, minimising delays and errors while maintaining design integrity throughout the build process.
Principal Designer
As Principal Designer, we ensure compliance with CDM regulations. Our role involves coordinating health and safety during design, identifying risks, and advising clients to create safer working environments for construction projects.
People
Lee Hepworth
Director
Lee leads architectural projects with over 15 years of experience. He specialises in healthcare and education sectors, ensuring innovative design solutions. His expertise spans procurement methods and multidisciplinary team leadership.
Emily King
Director
Emily oversees project delivery, focusing on residential and commercial developments. With RIBA accreditation, she ensures design excellence and client satisfaction. Her leadership drives collaborative, client-centric outcomes.
Sam Culling
Architect
Sam contributes design expertise to diverse projects, including educational facilities. His RIBA-registered skills ensure creative solutions align with technical and regulatory standards, enhancing project success.
Anthony Fry
Senior Architectural Technologist
Anthony manages technical aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with building regulations. His MCIAT-accredited expertise supports efficient delivery of complex architectural schemes across sectors.
Catherine Amos
Architect
Catherine designs innovative residential and commercial spaces. With postgraduate architectural qualifications, she balances aesthetics and functionality, contributing to high-quality developments that meet client objectives.
Questions
What sectors does Core Architects specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, delivering tailored architectural solutions across public and private clients.
How long has Core Architects been in operation?
Established in 2009, our team brings over 50 years of combined experience in architectural design and project delivery.
Do you handle both small and large-scale projects?
Yes, we manage projects of all sizes, from private residences to large-scale developments like healthcare hubs and university facilities.
What procurement methods do you support?
We work with traditional and design-and-build procurement methods, offering flexibility to meet client and contractor requirements.
Can you assist with planning permissions?
Yes, our services include navigating planning processes, ensuring compliance, and securing approvals for residential and commercial developments.
How do you ensure project quality?
We follow the RIBA Plan of Work, maintain rigorous quality checks, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to guarantee high standards.
