Business Details
13 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Services in Chelmsford
Established in 2013, FINC Architects is an award-winning architectural and landscape practice based in Chelmsford, Essex. Our multidisciplinary team combines exceptional design skills with technical expertise to deliver high-quality projects across residential, commercial, urban design, and healthcare sectors. With over a decade of experience, we prioritise collaborative working relationships, innovative solutions, and meticulous attention to detail. Our technical team specialises in transforming conceptual designs into fully resolved working drawings, ensuring projects meet both client expectations and regulatory requirements. We maintain strong industry connections through our directors' extensive backgrounds in national housebuilding and planning.The practice fosters continuous professional development through in-house mentoring programmes and partnerships with academic institutions. Our graphic design capabilities range from hand-drawn perspectives to photorealistic visualisations, supporting successful planning applications and client presentations. FINC's two dedicated teams - Planning and Technical - work seamlessly across project stages while maintaining distinct quality control processes. We serve a diverse client base including multinational corporations, public sector organisations, and private individuals. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised through multiple industry awards since our founding.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Design
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Interior Design
Healthcare Facilities
Retail Spaces
Sports & Leisure
Masterplanning
Planning Applications
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We have 11 years' experience delivering projects across 7+ sectors including residential and healthcare
- Our technical team produces detailed working drawings from conceptual designs
- In-house graphic designers create photorealistic visualisations for planning applications
- We maintain strong industry connections through director-level housebuilding experience
- Award-winning practice with proven success in complex planning approvals
Services
Residential Architecture
Our residential architecture services specialise in creating innovative living spaces that balance aesthetic appeal with functional requirements. With extensive experience in both private and large-scale developments, we deliver tailored solutions from concept design through to construction documentation. Our team's background in national housebuilding ensures practical, cost-effective approaches to residential projects.
Commercial Design
We design commercial spaces that enhance business operations while meeting strict regulatory standards. Our approach combines creative architectural solutions with technical precision to deliver office spaces, retail units, and mixed-use developments. The team's sector-specific knowledge ensures practical layouts that optimise commercial functionality and accessibility.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architecture services create functional, sustainable outdoor environments across residential and public projects. We specialise in strategic masterplanning, detailed planting design, and public realm development. The team's expertise extends to environmental assessments and implementation strategies that enhance both urban and rural settings.
Urban Design
We develop comprehensive urban design solutions for large-scale residential and mixed-use developments. Our services include masterplanning, streetscape design, and public space creation that prioritise community needs and sustainable growth. The team's planning background ensures deliverable, context-sensitive urban environments.
Planning Applications
We manage the complete planning application process from initial concept to final approval. Our services include preparing detailed submissions, creating visualisations for public consultation, and coordinating with local authorities. With experienced planners and technical experts, we maximise approval chances while maintaining design integrity.
People
Steve Fisher
Company Director
With a history of delivering complex retail and residential schemes, Steve focuses on maintaining design excellence across all projects. He leads both design and technical teams to ensure quality outcomes, combining industry expertise with a passion for architecture and football.
Rob Symons
Managing Director (FINC Southern)
Rob brings 12 years' experience in residential development, specialising in masterplanning and planning applications. His background with national housebuilders enhances our delivery capabilities, while his networking skills support business expansion into new sectors and services.
Yang Chen
Design Director (HQ)
Yang leads design initiatives with a reputation for exceptional creativity within budget constraints. He oversees planning team designs and maintains hands-on involvement through hand-drawn perspectives, ensuring design quality across all projects.
John Markwell
Landscape Director (FINC Southern)
With 15+ years' experience, John specialises in landscape-led masterplanning and strategic assessments. His expertise covers LVIA appraisal and detailed implementation, supported by a practical approach to both large infrastructure projects and residential schemes.
Garry Batt
Operations Director
Garry combines operational leadership with planning expertise, driving efficiency across teams while maintaining hands-on involvement in design projects. His hybrid role ensures seamless integration of landscape services and operational excellence.
Questions
What architectural services does FINC offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services across residential, commercial, healthcare, and retail sectors, including masterplanning, planning applications, and technical design documentation.
How experienced is your architectural team?
Our team has over 10 years' collective experience, with directors holding 12-30 years' industry expertise across housebuilding, planning, and technical design specialisms.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Chelmsford, we operate across Essex, Surrey, and nationally, with experience in international projects and competitions.
How do you approach planning applications?
We manage complete planning processes using photorealistic visualisations and technical drawings, supported by experienced planners who understand local authority requirements.
What makes FINC different from other architects?
We combine creative design with technical expertise, maintain in-house graphic capabilities, and offer mentorship programmes that ensure continuous professional development across our teams.
Can you handle large-scale developments?
Yes, our experience includes large residential schemes, masterplanning projects, and commercial developments up to 3000 dwellings, supported by technical teams with complex project expertise.
