Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects Creating Spaces for People
Established over 50 years ago, we are an employee-owned architecture practice operating from seven international studios. Our design philosophy centres on creating spaces that prioritise human experience, sustainability, and community impact through three core principles: Sustainability, Belonging, and Engagement. As a certified B Corporation, we maintain rigorous environmental and social governance standards across all projects. Our multidisciplinary team delivers architecture, heritage consultancy, interior design, and masterplanning services for sectors including education, healthcare, and residential. With a collaborative approach refined through decades of practice, we combine technical excellence with creative problem-solving to address contemporary challenges in the built environment.Our work has earned recognition through multiple industry awards, including RICS and FX Design accolades. We maintain accreditations such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification, demonstrating our commitment to quality management and environmental responsibility. Our design process follows eight structured stages from initial planning to post-occupancy evaluation, ensuring comprehensive project delivery. Through partnerships with educational institutions and community initiatives, we actively contribute to advancing architectural education and social welfare. Our global experience is balanced with local contextual understanding, enabling tailored solutions for diverse clients and environments.
Services
Architecture
Heritage Consultancy
Interior Design
Masterplanning
B Corp Services
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- Employee-owned practice with 60 years' industry experience
- Certified B Corporation with sustainability embedded in operations
- Award-winning approach combining technical excellence with creative design
- Accredited ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality and environmental standards
- Proven success in complex heritage and new-build projects
Associations and certifications
- RIBA Chartered Practice
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
- BREEAM Assessors
What people say
Collaborative approach
Transformed communities
Award-winning designs
Sustainability focus
Expert heritage restoration
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine innovative design with technical precision to create functional spaces that enhance user experience. We handle projects from concept to completion, applying sustainability principles and local context understanding. Our RIBA-accredited team delivers award-winning solutions for education, healthcare, and commercial sectors.
Heritage Consultancy
Specialist heritage services preserve architectural significance while enabling modern adaptation. We manage listed buildings and conservation areas, providing expert assessments and adaptive reuse strategies. Our accredited team ensures historical integrity aligns with contemporary functionality and sustainability requirements.
Interior Design
Interior design solutions focus on creating impactful environments that reflect brand identity and enhance user experience. Our approach integrates spatial planning with material selection to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces across workplace, hospitality, and education sectors while maintaining sustainability standards.
Masterplanning
Comprehensive masterplanning services create cohesive environments through strategic land use and infrastructure planning. We develop long-term visions balancing urban development with environmental considerations, focusing on pedestrian-friendly spaces and sustainable transport solutions for mixed-use developments.
B Corp Certified Services
As a certified B Corporation, our services meet rigorous environmental and social governance standards. We integrate sustainability across all projects through ISO 14001 processes, carbon reduction strategies, and community engagement initiatives that deliver measurable social value.
Questions
What architectural services does ADP offer?
We provide architecture, heritage consultancy, interior design, and masterplanning services across education, healthcare, residential, and commercial sectors.
Is ADP certified for sustainability standards?
Yes, we are a certified B Corporation with ISO 14001 environmental management accreditation and BREEAM assessment capabilities.
How does ADP approach heritage projects?
Our heritage consultancy combines listed building expertise with adaptive reuse strategies to preserve historical significance while meeting modern requirements.
What awards has ADP won recently?
Recent accolades include Best Architect at OxProp Awards and RICS Yorkshire & Humber Heritage Project winner for the Sir William Henry Bragg Building.
How does ADP involve communities in design?
We engage local communities through consultation processes and support social initiatives like our partnership with Evelina London Children's Hospital.
