Business Details
28 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Solutions
Established in Richmond, London over 25 years ago, HTP Architecture combines experience, imagination and practicality to deliver architectural solutions across the UK and internationally. Our team specialises in creating site-sensitive designs that meet modern energy and sustainability standards while maintaining aesthetic integrity. With a planning application success rate exceeding 95%, we guide clients through every stage from concept to completion. Our expertise spans residential, commercial and institutional projects, including work in conservation areas and listed buildings.We act as lead consultants, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project delivery. Our international experience includes projects in Oman through our associated office, Huckle and Partners LLC. Client testimonials highlight our ability to resolve complex planning challenges and deliver projects efficiently, even under demanding regulatory conditions.
Services
Architectural Design
Planning Applications
Project Management
Conservation Area Projects
International Consultancy
Feasibility Studies
Design Coordination
Building Regulations Compliance
Framework Projects
Heritage Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years' experience in UK and international architectural projects
- Our planning application success rate exceeds 95%
- We coordinate multidisciplinary teams as lead consultants
- We specialise in complex projects within conservation areas
- Our team includes chartered architects with international expertise
What people say
Excellent job
Successful project
Responsive and helpful
Creative dimension
Delighted to recommend
Services
Architectural Design
HTP Architecture creates bespoke design solutions that balance creativity with practicality. Our team develops concepts from initial feasibility studies through to detailed technical drawings, ensuring compliance with planning regulations while maintaining architectural integrity. We specialise in both modern and traditional styles, with particular expertise in conservation areas and listed buildings.
Planning Applications
With a success rate exceeding 95%, our planning application service navigates complex regulatory requirements. We prepare comprehensive submissions that address local authority concerns, including pre-application consultations and permitted development assessments. Our track record includes approvals for challenging projects in conservation areas and green belt locations.
Project Management
We coordinate projects from inception to completion, acting as lead consultants when required. Our management services include appointing specialist consultants, overseeing construction phases, and ensuring compliance with building regulations. We manage multidisciplinary teams to maintain project timelines and budgets while maintaining quality standards.
International Consultancy
Through our associate office in Muscat, Oman, we deliver architectural solutions for international projects. Our experience includes major developments in the Middle East, applying UK design standards while respecting local contexts. We provide full-service consultancy for overseas clients seeking British architectural expertise.
Conservation Area Projects
Specialising in sensitive environments, we secure planning consents for projects within conservation areas and green belts. Our approach preserves architectural heritage while meeting modern living requirements. We have particular experience with locally listed buildings and Article 4 directive areas, ensuring compliance with strict planning controls.
People
John Livingston
Member/Director
Chartered architect with extensive experience in UK and international projects. Specialises in complex planning applications and heritage conservation. Leads design teams to deliver award-winning architectural solutions that balance creativity with practicality.
Paul Beech
Director
Experienced chartered architect managing multidisciplinary teams for large-scale developments. Focuses on project coordination and client relations. Brings technical expertise to complex building regulations challenges and conservation area projects.
Hanna Kurnel Plantin
Project Architect
Skilled architect with expertise in residential and commercial developments. Manages projects from concept to completion, specialising in client communication and design implementation. Experienced in both modern and traditional architectural styles.
Douglas O'Reilly
Senior Architectural Assistant
Senior assistant with specialist design skills and project coordination experience. Focuses on resolving technical building regulation issues and delivering practical solutions. Plays key role in managing construction phase challenges.
Questions
What areas do HTP Architecture cover?
We work across London, the South East and South West of England, with international projects through our Muscat office. Our London focus includes Richmond, Kingston, and Kensington & Chelsea boroughs.
Can HTP help with conservation area projects?
Yes, we specialise in conservation areas and listed buildings. Our team has secured planning consents for complex projects in sensitive environments, including green belt and Article 4 directive locations.
What services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services from concept design to project completion. This includes planning applications, building regulations compliance, project management, and multidisciplinary team coordination.
How are fees calculated?
Fees are based on project complexity and building cost. We offer percentage-based fees for full service projects or time charges for specific studies. Initial consultations are free and without obligation.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, through our associated office Huckle and Partners LLC in Muscat, Oman, we deliver architectural projects across the Middle East while maintaining UK design standards and practices.
What is your planning success rate?
Our planning application success rate exceeds 95%. We achieve this through thorough preparation, understanding of local authority requirements, and creative solutions to potential objections.
