Business Details
21 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Cheshire
WhiteBox Architecture is an award-winning RIBA chartered architectural practice with offices in Knutsford, Cheshire, and Heswall, Wirral. We specialise in creating luxury residential and imaginative commercial projects across Cheshire and the UK. Our expertise extends to high-end homes in Alderley Edge, Hale, Wilmslow, Knutsford, Prestbury, Mobberley, Heswall, Caldy, and nationwide. We have a strong portfolio in London, Manchester, and Liverpool, delivering office and retail fit-outs for international clients. Our approach prioritises bespoke solutions tailored to individual client needs, ensuring projects meet the highest standards of design, workmanship, and attention to detail. With extensive experience in greenbelt areas, open countryside, barn conversions, and listed buildings, we combine creativity with technical proficiency.Our collaborative methodology involves working closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to exceed expectations while adhering to budgets and timelines. We pride ourselves on repeat business and recommendations, reflecting our commitment to client satisfaction. Our team brings decades of combined experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, ensuring a deep understanding of diverse project requirements. We utilise advanced technologies like Revit BIM to deliver precise construction information and photo-realistic CGIs for visualisation. Our ethos centres on honest relationships, technical excellence, and a passion for innovative design that enhances property value and client lifestyles.
Services
Luxury Residential Projects
Commercial Architecture
Greenbelt Developments
Listed Building Conversions
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in luxury residential and commercial architecture.
- Our team specialises in complex projects within greenbelt and listed building constraints.
- We prioritise collaborative relationships to deliver tailored design solutions.
- Our portfolio includes repeat clients and award-winning developments in Cheshire and London.
- We utilise advanced BIM technology for precise technical execution and visualisation.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Luxury Residential Architecture
We create bespoke luxury homes tailored to individual client needs, blending aesthetic appeal with functional excellence. Our designs respond to urban or rural settings, ensuring timeless elegance and compliance with planning regulations. Clients benefit from enhanced property value and living spaces that reflect their lifestyle.
Commercial Projects
Our commercial architecture services include retail and office fit-outs for international clients, focusing on productivity and brand identity. We maximise space efficiency while adhering to commercial standards. Clients receive innovative solutions that balance profitability with user-centric design in Manchester, Liverpool, and London.
Greenbelt Developments
Specialising in greenbelt and countryside projects, we navigate complex planning regulations to unlock development potential. Our strategies increase land value through strategic improvements, ensuring compliance with environmental constraints while delivering profitable, sustainable schemes for residential and mixed-use developments.
Listed Building Conversions
We restore and adapt listed buildings with technical precision and respect for historical integrity. Our expertise ensures compliance with conservation requirements while integrating modern amenities. Clients gain enhanced property value and functional spaces that preserve architectural heritage.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management, coordinating consultants and contractors to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery. Our services cover technical documentation, BIM coordination, and quality control, guaranteeing seamless execution from concept to completion for residential and commercial schemes.
People
Ivor Smits
Managing Director
Ivor leads with over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial projects. He prioritises client relationships to deliver high-quality developments on time and within budget. His expertise spans corporate and private sectors, ensuring repeat client trust.
James Waterhouse
Associate Architect
James has 10+ years designing residential and commercial projects. He balances cost, quality, and timelines while mentoring team members. His passion lies in transforming concepts into completed buildings that exceed client expectations.
Ashley
Architectural Technologist
Ashley oversees technical aspects and Revit BIM production. He specialises in structural details and innovative construction solutions, ensuring clarity in technical documentation. His focus is on exceeding client expectations through precise execution.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in for residential projects?
We focus on luxury homes in Cheshire, including Alderley Edge, Hale, Wilmslow, and nationwide. Our expertise extends to greenbelt and listed building conversions.
Can you assist with commercial office fit-outs?
Yes, we deliver commercial projects in Manchester, Liverpool, and London, including retail and office spaces for international clients.
How do you handle planning in challenging locations?
We have a strong track record securing planning permissions for greenbelt developments, barn conversions, and listed buildings through strategic design solutions.
What project management services do you offer?
We provide full project management, coordinating consultants and contractors to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery of residential and commercial schemes.
Do you work on bespoke new build homes?
Yes, we design custom new build homes tailored to individual preferences, ensuring high standards of design and functionality in urban or rural settings.
