Business Details
Chartered Architects in Reading, Berkshire
We are Chartered Architects based in Reading, Berkshire, serving the Thames Valley and surrounding regions including Newbury, Wokingham, Oxfordshire, and Hampshire. Our practice specialises in delivering tailored architectural solutions for private domestic, commercial, and residential projects, ranging from minor extensions to bespoke new homes. With a strong commitment to sustainable design and historic preservation, we approach each project from first principles, ensuring our designs respond to the client's brief, budget, and location. Our collaborative methodology involves working closely with clients to transform their ideas into functional, uplifting spaces while navigating planning and building regulations with expertise.We maintain a network of trusted consultants, including structural engineers and environmental specialists, to provide cohesive, high-quality services. Our team prioritises clear communication, project management excellence, and a deep understanding of local and national planning frameworks to ensure seamless project delivery. Client testimonials highlight our ability to exceed expectations through innovative design and meticulous attention to detail, making us a trusted partner for both small-scale and complex architectural projects.
Services
Full Architectural Services
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Listed Building Applications
Change of Use Applications
Project Management
Sustainable Design
Historic Environment Consultancy
Technical Drawings
Consultant Coordination
Highlights and features
- We are Chartered Architects with expertise in domestic and commercial projects
- Specialists in sustainable design and historic building preservation
- Offer comprehensive project management from concept to completion
- Maintain a network of trusted technical and design consultants
- Proven track record in navigating complex planning and building regulations
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Fantastic collaborative partner
Delighted with results
Consummate professionals
Transformed our living space
Exceeded expectations
Services
Full Architectural Services
We provide comprehensive architectural services from initial consultation to construction completion. Our process includes detailed brief preparation, feasibility studies, measured surveys, and technical drawing production. We manage planning applications, building regulations submissions, and contract administration while collaborating with structural engineers and consultants. Our team ensures seamless project delivery through expert coordination and client-focused design solutions tailored to individual requirements.
Planning Applications
Our planning application service covers householder proposals, listed building consents, and change-of-use applications. We prepare detailed design submissions, liaise with local authorities, and coordinate specialist consultants for tree, flood risk, and ecological assessments. The service includes pre-application discussions, technical documentation, and ongoing support to secure approvals while addressing regulatory requirements and community impact considerations.
Building Regulations
We ensure compliance with mandatory building regulations through detailed technical drawings and specifications. Our service includes structural engineering coordination, energy efficiency assessments, and submission to local authorities. We work with consultants for acoustic testing, BREEM certification, and Thames Water approvals, providing clients with complete regulatory packages that meet safety, accessibility, and environmental standards for both private and commercial projects.
Project Management
Our project management service covers tender preparation, builder selection, and on-site administration. We provide contract documentation, milestone monitoring, and budget control while maintaining communication between clients and contractors. The service includes variation management, quality assurance checks, and final inspections to ensure projects meet design specifications, regulatory requirements, and client expectations within agreed timelines and costs.
Sustainable Design
We integrate sustainable principles into all projects through energy-efficient design, material selection, and alternative construction methods. Our approach considers site orientation, natural resource utilisation, and environmental impact reduction while maintaining aesthetic and functional requirements. The service includes specialist consultant collaboration for ecological assessments, flood risk mitigation, and BREEM certification to deliver buildings that balance sustainability with client needs and regulatory compliance.
People
Zoe Lewis
Chartered Architect
Zoe leads the practice with expertise in domestic architecture, planning regulations, and sustainable design. She specialises in transforming client visions into award-winning spaces while managing complex projects from concept to completion. Her approach combines creative problem-solving with technical precision.
Michael
Project Manager
Michael oversees construction administration and project coordination, ensuring smooth implementation of designs. With extensive experience in building regulations and contractor management, he provides on-site expertise and technical oversight to maintain quality standards throughout the build process.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including design, planning applications, building regulations compliance, project management, and sustainable design solutions for domestic and commercial properties.
Do you handle listed building applications?
Yes, we specialise in listed building applications and have extensive experience navigating heritage regulations while preserving historical integrity.
Can you assist with planning permission?
We manage all aspects of planning permission, including pre-application consultations, technical submissions, and liaison with local authorities to secure approvals.
Do you work outside Berkshire?
While based in Reading, we serve clients across the Thames Valley, Oxfordshire, Hampshire, and surrounding areas for both residential and commercial projects.
What building regulations services are provided?
We prepare full regulatory packages with structural engineers, coordinate acoustic testing, and ensure compliance with energy efficiency and safety standards for all project types.
How are project costs managed?
We provide transparent cost management through detailed specifications, competitive tendering processes, and milestone-based budget tracking to maintain financial control throughout projects.
