MO Architects are a Nottingham-based firm specialising in planning-led residential and commercial design, serving clients across Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, and the wider East Midlands. We partner with homeowners, developers, community groups, and commercial clients to deliver architectural solutions that are carefully considered, practical, and aligned with planning regulations. From initial feasibility studies and site appraisals to planning submissions, technical design, and construction oversight, we provide informed guidance and innovative solutions throughout every stage of a project.
Our practice places strong emphasis on planning expertise, recognising that successful outcomes rely not only on aesthetic appeal but on what can be achieved in practice. We prepare and manage planning applications, pre-application submissions, design and access statements, heritage statements, and listed building proposals, as well as planning appeals. This method reduces risk, minimises redesign, and enhances the likelihood of consent, particularly for sensitive, constrained, or heritage sites. Whether delivering house extensions, new-build homes, residential apartments, healthcare and community buildings, or commercial developments, our work respects local context, responds to user needs, and maintains rigorous technical standards. We foster collaboration, maintain clear communication with clients and contractors, and ensure designs are buildable and compliant. Our structured approach balances creativity with regulatory requirements to bring projects from concept to completion efficiently and effectively.
Our practice places strong emphasis on planning expertise, recognising that successful outcomes rely not only on aesthetic appeal but on what can be achieved in practice. We prepare and manage planning applications, pre-application submissions, design and access statements, heritage statements, and listed building proposals, as well as planning appeals. This method reduces risk, minimises redesign, and enhances the likelihood of consent, particularly for sensitive, constrained, or heritage sites. Whether delivering house extensions, new-build homes, residential apartments, healthcare and community buildings, or commercial developments, our work respects local context, responds to user needs, and maintains rigorous technical standards. We foster collaboration, maintain clear communication with clients and contractors, and ensure designs are buildable and compliant. Our structured approach balances creativity with regulatory requirements to bring projects from concept to completion efficiently and effectively.
Served areas
- Nottingham, West Bridgford, Beeston, Mapperley, Newark-on-Trent, Collingham, Southwell, Ravenshead, Bingham, Radcliffe on Trent
Details
- Year established: 2008
- Employees: 2
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- Planning-led residential and commercial architectural design
- Expert guidance through UK planning and approvals
- Custom homes, extensions, and sensitive site projects
- Collaborative approach with clients and contractors
- Comprehensive services from concept to construction
- Experience across Nottinghamshire and East Midlands
Associations and certifications
- ARB
Payment methods
- Bank transfers
Services
At MO Architects, we specialise in designing home extensions that are both functional and visually harmonious. Our team guides you through every stage, from initial consultation to technical drawings and construction support, ensuring your project integrates seamlessly with your property. We offer bespoke solutions for rear, side, wrap-around, kitchen, and two-storey extensions, enhancing both space and architectural character. 
At the heart of our work is residential architecture, delivering tailored solutions for homeowners, landowners, and developers on a spectrum of projects including extensions, renovations, and new-build dwellings. We offer a full suite of services: loft conversions, planning permission support, house extensions, and both self-build and new-build homes. Each design merges aesthetic excellence with functionality, ensuring proposals harmonise with their environment and satisfy planning requirements. Commercial & Community Projects
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Our firm provides expert guidance across a spectrum of commercial and community sectors, ensuring every project adheres to regulatory standards and benefits from precise coordination. We specialise in office, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments, offering feasibility assessments and development planning. Collaborative engagement with clients and consultants allows us to produce proposals that align with operational needs and planning requirements, delivering comprehensive solutions.
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Tom Wilkinson
Feb 10, 2026
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