Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Stroud
We are a dedicated architectural practice founded on the principles of collaboration, sustainability, and client-centric design. With over a decade of experience in both large and small practice environments, we prioritise listening to our clients to transform their aspirations into unique, site-specific spaces. Our approach combines honest material use with creative problem-solving, ensuring architectural excellence across diverse budgets and contexts.Our team, led by directors with international and local expertise, specialises in residential and commercial projects, including sensitive planning applications in conservation areas and areas of outstanding natural beauty. We integrate innovative techniques such as film and animation to explore spatial possibilities, reflecting our commitment to advancing architectural practice through research and education.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Projects
Conservation Design
Masterplanning
Sustainable Architecture
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of architectural expertise across residential and commercial sectors.
- Our collaborative approach ensures client visions are fully realised through tailored design.
- Specialists in securing planning approvals for conservation areas and AONBs.
- Innovative use of materials and digital tools to create sustainable, context-driven architecture.
- Award-winning team with international practice and academic research experience.
Associations and certifications
- ARB
- RIBA
Services
Residential Architecture
We create bespoke residential spaces tailored to individual client needs. Our expertise spans extensions, renovations, and new builds, with a focus on sustainable materials and site-specific design. Our team ensures seamless planning approvals, even in sensitive locations.
Commercial Projects
Our commercial architecture integrates functionality with aesthetic innovation. We design office spaces, mixed-use schemes, and medical facilities, prioritising user experience and environmental impact. Our international experience ensures cutting-edge solutions for modern business needs.
Conservation Design
We specialise in preserving historical integrity while modernising Grade II listed buildings and conservation areas. Our approach balances traditional techniques with contemporary needs, ensuring compliance with strict planning regulations and heritage guidelines.
Masterplanning
We deliver strategic masterplans for urban and rural sites, focusing on sustainable growth and community integration. Our projects include large-scale residential developments and mixed-use spaces designed to enhance local environments.
Sustainable Architecture
Our practice embeds sustainability into every project through material selection, energy efficiency, and ecological site integration. We advise on low-impact construction methods and renewable technologies to reduce environmental footprints.
People
Dominique Farmer
Architect
Dominique specialises in residential architecture, with expertise in conservation and urban developments. She has secured planning approvals in sensitive sites and brings international practice experience to our team.
Dan Farmer
Architect
Dan leads innovative design through film and animation techniques. With experience in international practices and academic teaching, he focuses on spatial experimentation and sustainable architectural solutions.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We specialise in residential, commercial, and conservation projects, including masterplanning and sustainable design solutions tailored to client needs.
Do you work outside the Stroud area?
Yes, while based in Stroud, we undertake projects nationwide, including conservation areas and areas of outstanding natural beauty.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We prioritise collaborative design, listening to client aspirations and using digital tools to visualise concepts for shared decision-making.
Can you assist with planning approvals in sensitive areas?
Yes, we have extensive experience securing planning permissions in conservation areas and for Grade II listed buildings.
What sustainability practices do you employ?
We use eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient systems, and site-sensitive designs to minimise environmental impact across all projects.
