Business Details
RIBA Chartered Architects in Guildford
We are a team of RIBA chartered architects dedicated to creating thoughtful, client-focused designs that harmonise with their surroundings. Our practice specialises in working with historic buildings while delivering modern solutions tailored to residential, educational, and institutional needs. With extensive experience in conservation and planning for challenging sites, we prioritise collaboration with clients, planners, and builders to achieve successful outcomes.Our directors bring decades of combined expertise from prestigious projects including the Houses of Parliament restoration. We approach each commission with a commitment to understanding client priorities, ensuring buildings function beautifully for work, rest, or play while maintaining sensitivity to context and materials.
Services
Concept and Planning
Detail Design
Construction Management
Residential Projects
Education Projects
Highlights and features
- We have RIBA chartered architects with conservation accreditation
- Our team includes former Houses of Parliament restoration specialists
- We specialise in planning approvals for challenging sites and listed buildings
- We maintain collaborative relationships with planners and builders
- We deliver award-winning designs that balance heritage with modern needs
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- RIBA Conservation Architect
Services
Concept and Planning
We develop tailored architectural concepts through client consultation and site analysis. Our team prepares planning applications for challenging locations including conservation areas and listed buildings. With expertise in navigating complex planning processes, we help clients consider future needs while creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that respect their context.
Detail Design
We produce comprehensive construction documentation including technical drawings and material specifications. Our service coordinates specialist consultants and manages tender processes to ensure accurate project costing. From structural details to finish selections, we maintain design integrity throughout the technical development phase while ensuring compliance with building regulations.
Construction Management
We provide contract administration and site supervision throughout construction phases. Our team manages builder relationships, approves work progress payments, and resolves on-site issues. With regular inspections and change management processes, we ensure projects meet design specifications while maintaining positive relationships between all stakeholders involved in the building process.
People
Heather Shepherd
Director
RIBA chartered architect with 20+ years' experience in residential and education projects. Specialises in historic building conservation and complex planning approvals. Holds Cambridge architecture qualifications and a conservation diploma.
James Donlon
Director
RIBA chartered architect with expertise in sustainable design and institutional projects. Former production manager for London regeneration schemes. Holds architectural degrees from Sheffield and University College London.
Heather Sheridan
Director
RIBA Conservation Architect with experience on heritage projects including the Houses of Parliament restoration. Specialises in listed building adaptations and strategic briefing for large-scale conservation programmes.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialise in?
We specialise in contemporary designs that respect historical context, with particular expertise in conservation architecture and modern interventions for heritage buildings.
Can you help with planning applications for listed buildings?
Yes, our team has extensive experience securing planning permissions for listed buildings and in conservation areas, including complex heritage projects.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects ranging from small residential extensions to large-scale institutional developments, including eight-dwelling schemes and school masterplans.
Do you offer full project management?
Yes, we provide comprehensive services from initial concept through planning, detailed design, and construction management phases.
