Business Details
Expert Architectural Design Services London
Established in 1900, Ansell and Bailey is one of the UK's longest-standing architectural practices. Our expertise lies in delivering high-quality healthcare, education, and laboratory projects, alongside historical and residential developments. With over a century of combined experience among our senior team, we prioritise client needs through partner-led service from inception to completion. Our ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations reflect our commitment to quality and sustainability, while our BREEAM expertise ensures environmentally responsible designs.We maintain strong relationships with clients like the NHS and Royal Brompton Hospital, evidenced by testimonials praising our collaborative approach and innovative solutions. Our heritage includes designing landmark buildings and restoring Blitz-damaged churches, blending tradition with modern technical proficiency.
Services
Healthcare Architecture
Education Architecture
Laboratories
Sustainability
Historical Buildings
Details
- Year established: 1900
Highlights and features
- 40+ years' experience in specialist architectural sectors
- ISO 9001 quality management certified
- BREEAM assessment experts
- Award-winning healthcare design specialists
- Sustainable solutions with lifecycle cost analysis
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001:2015
- ISO 9001:2015
What people say
Exemplary user collaboration
Innovative layout solutions
Cost-effective delivery
Award-winning expertise
Strong site support
Services
Healthcare Architecture
Specialist healthcare architecture for hospitals, clinics and treatment centres. We create patient-centric environments with clear wayfinding and calming aesthetics. Our team has designed over 1 million square feet of NHS facilities including oncology units and emergency departments with integrated dementia-friendly features.
Education Architecture
Learning environments for schools and universities. Our designs balance functionality with inspiring spaces that enhance education delivery. We incorporate modern teaching methods and accessibility standards while respecting historical contexts in listed buildings.
Laboratory Design
Specialist laboratory architecture for scientific research. We create flexible, future-proof spaces with technical infrastructure for equipment and safety compliance. Our designs optimise workflow efficiency while maintaining strict environmental controls for research institutions.
Sustainability
Environmental design solutions achieving BREEAM standards. We integrate energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials to reduce carbon footprint. Our ISO 14001 processes ensure lifecycle cost savings while meeting strict environmental targets for public and private sector clients.
Historical Buildings
Conservation and restoration of listed buildings. Our approach preserves architectural integrity while incorporating modern functionality. We have restored Blitz-damaged churches and adapted Edwardian buildings for contemporary medical use, balancing heritage with technical innovation.
People
Mark Herbert
Director
Chartered architect with extensive healthcare design experience. Leads project teams delivering complex NHS schemes while maintaining quality standards.
Belen Francos-Taylor
Director
Senior architect specialising in education projects. Manages multidisciplinary teams for school and university developments across the UK.
Kaluba Mukwasa
Finance Director
Oversees financial operations and project cost management. Ensures budget compliance across architectural projects from inception to completion.
Caveh Bahreyni Toossi
Project Architect
Experienced healthcare architect delivering hospital schemes. Specialises in integrating technical requirements with patient-focused design solutions.
Denise Cloutt
Project Architect
Education sector specialist with expertise in modern learning environments. Focuses on accessibility and flexible space design for schools.
Questions
What architectural sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on healthcare, education and laboratory projects, though we also work on historical buildings and residential developments.
Are you ISO accredited?
Yes, we hold both ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 14001 (environmental management) certifications.
How experienced are your architects?
Our senior team has over 100 combined years' experience, with specialists in healthcare design and BREEAM assessments.
Do you work outside London?
Yes, while based in London we deliver projects nationwide for clients including NHS Trusts and educational institutions.
Can you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience restoring and adapting historic buildings including Blitz-damaged churches.
What sustainability services do you offer?
We provide BREEAM assessments and design energy-efficient buildings with lifecycle cost analysis to meet environmental targets.
