Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architects in Kingsbridge, Devon
Established in 1999, Sandover Associates is a dedicated architectural practice combining personal service with the resources of larger design firms. Our founder, Peter Sandover, brings over 40 years of experience in sustainable architecture, masterplanning, and regeneration across 10 countries. We prioritise environmental responsibility, integrating sustainable design principles into every project while championing community engagement. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and community developments, alongside neighbourhood planning and urban regeneration. Peter's leadership in design quality has earned recognition through roles on national design review panels and contributions to award-winning projects like the Eden Project.We demystify planning processes to build local capacity, supporting communities in creating impactful, place-specific solutions. Our international experience, from Hong Kong to South Africa, informs our approach to local challenges. As advocates for biodiversity and carbon reduction, we actively contribute to voluntary initiatives in South Devon. Our practice reflects a commitment to excellence, transparency, and long-term value for clients and communities alike.
Services
Sustainable Architecture
Urban Planning
Community Engagement
Neighbourhood Planning
Masterplanning
Regeneration Projects
Design Guidance
Renewable Energy Solutions
Voluntary Community Projects
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of sustainable architecture expertise across 10 countries
- Our practice combines personal service with large-scale design resources
- We pioneered nationally recognised community engagement models
- Our projects span award-winning international developments and local initiatives
- We actively contribute to national design policy through review panels
Services
Sustainable Architecture
We create energy-efficient buildings using locally sourced materials and passive design principles. Our approach minimises environmental impact while maximising long-term value for clients. Projects range from single homes to commercial complexes.
Neighbourhood Planning
We guide communities through creating legally binding neighbourhood plans. Our expertise includes stakeholder engagement and policy alignment to shape local development sustainably. Completed plans cover Salcombe, Kenton, and Ogwell.
Urban Regeneration
We develop strategies for revitalising towns and cities, balancing heritage preservation with modern needs. Projects include Devonport, Brixham, and Camborne, focusing on economic growth and improved public spaces.
Design Guidance
We provide expert advice on design policy and planning applications. Our team has contributed to local authority plans and national design standards, ensuring quality outcomes for public and private developments.
Community Engagement
We facilitate inclusive decision-making processes for planning projects. Our methods build local capacity and ensure diverse voices shape development outcomes, particularly in deprived areas.
People
Peter Sandover
Founder & Architect
With over 40 years' experience, Peter leads sustainable architecture and regeneration projects across the UK and internationally. He chairs the South Devon National Landscape Partnership and contributes to national design policy.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in sustainable architecture, urban planning, and community engagement. Our projects include residential developments, commercial buildings, and regeneration schemes.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We prioritise energy efficiency, local materials, and passive design principles. Our approach reduces environmental impact while creating functional, future-proof spaces.
Can you assist with neighbourhood planning?
Yes, we guide communities through creating legally binding neighbourhood plans, having completed schemes in Salcombe, Kenton, and Ogwell.
What areas do you operate in?
Primarily Devon and Cornwall, with projects across the UK and international experience in Hong Kong, Kosovo, and South Africa.
How do you engage with local communities?
We use inclusive consultation methods to ensure diverse voices shape development outcomes, particularly in deprived areas and rural communities.
