Business Details
15 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Suffolk
Established in 2011, Peter Wells Architects is a Suffolk-based architectural practice that has grown from a sole proprietorship to a team of nine professionals, including architects, technicians, and support staff. Our expertise spans the design, planning, and management of diverse projects, from contemporary residential builds to historic building conversions. We prioritise client collaboration, ensuring a deep understanding of individual needs while maintaining transparency and simplicity in our approach.With over 30 years of collective experience in East Anglia, we specialise in securing planning permissions for complex projects and delivering sustainable solutions tailored to the unique context of each site. Our commitment to sustainability informs every project, aiming to create spaces that enhance both community and environment. Recognised for award-winning designs, we combine creativity with practicality to address viability challenges and deliver transformative architectural outcomes.
Services
Architectural Design
Planning Permissions
Project Management
Historic Building Consultation
Sustainable Development
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in East Anglia's architectural landscape.
- Our team specialises in securing planning permissions for complex projects.
- Sustainability is central to every design decision we make.
- We prioritise transparent, client-focused collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Expertise in historic building conversions and barn transformations.
What people say
Award-winning creativity
Excellent planning expertise
Responsive team
Sustainable focus
Transformative results
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative, award-winning architectural designs tailored to client specifications. Our approach balances creativity with functionality, ensuring spaces meet both aesthetic and practical needs. Projects range from contemporary homes to commercial developments, always prioritising context-sensitive solutions.
Planning Permissions
With extensive local authority relationships, we specialise in securing planning permissions for complex projects. Our expertise includes navigating regulations for historic buildings and unusual sites, ensuring compliance while achieving design objectives efficiently.
Project Management
We manage projects from concept to completion, coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Our focus is on timely delivery, budget adherence, and maintaining quality standards throughout the construction process, regardless of project scale.
Historic Building Consultation
Our team offers specialist advice on preserving historic structures while adapting them for modern use. This includes feasibility studies, conservation strategies, and ensuring compliance with heritage regulations during conversions or renovations.
Sustainable Development
Sustainability underpins all our projects. We integrate eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient systems, and site-responsive designs to minimise environmental impact while enhancing long-term usability and comfort for occupants.
People
Peter Wells
Owner & Architect
Founder of the practice with over 25 years' experience in East Anglia. Specialises in innovative design and client collaboration. Leads projects with a focus on transforming architectural challenges into functional solutions.
Andy Catton
Associate Director
Qualified architect with 12 years' leadership experience. Expertise in project delivery and local planning processes. Passionate about sustainable design and promoting East Anglia's architectural heritage through modern interventions.
Sarah Bixby
Office Manager
Key administrative lead since 2012, managing operational logistics and client communications. Ensures seamless practice operations and supports project teams with organisational expertise.
Keith Webber
Architect
Award-winning architect with 20 years' experience in residential and public projects. Specialises in blending traditional and contemporary design elements to create context-sensitive, functional spaces.
Becky Spall
Architectural Technologist
Conservation expert with a master's in historic building preservation. Provides technical leadership on heritage projects, ensuring structural integrity while meeting modern usability standards.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design, planning permission assistance, project management, and specialist consultation for historic buildings and sustainable developments.
Do you specialise in historic building projects?
Yes, our team has extensive expertise in barn conversions, listed building renovations, and heritage-sensitive developments across East Anglia.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We integrate energy-efficient systems, local materials, and passive design principles to create environmentally responsible buildings that enhance their surroundings.
Can you help with planning permissions?
With 30+ years' local experience, we have an excellent track record securing approvals, even for complex or unusual projects in sensitive locations.
Which areas do you cover?
Primarily Suffolk, Essex, and Norfolk, with specialist knowledge of East Anglia's planning regulations and architectural heritage.
