Business Details
28 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in the Midlands
Established in 1998, bi Design Architecture is a multi-award-winning practice with over 90 years of combined experience across its team. Specialising in residential and commercial architecture, we deliver bespoke design solutions tailored to client needs while maintaining a near-perfect success rate in planning approvals. Our collaborative approach ensures projects reflect individual client identities, balancing creativity with practicality.With offices in Repton and Sutton Coldfield, we serve clients nationally, offering remote and virtual support. Recognised through accolades such as the LABC Best Small Commercial Building UK award, we prioritise quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, backed by 2 million professional indemnity insurance.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Planning Approvals
3D Virtual Reality Design
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have 26 years of experience in residential and commercial architecture.
- Our team holds 90+ years of combined architectural expertise.
- We maintain a near-perfect success rate in planning approvals.
- Bespoke project quotes tailored to individual client requirements.
- Award-winning designs recognised by LABC and civic societies.
What people say
Award-winning designs
High success rate
Bespoke solutions
Experienced team
Client-focused approach
Services
Residential Architecture
We create bespoke residential designs, including new builds, extensions, and refurbishments. Our approach focuses on client lifestyles and budgets while ensuring compliance with planning regulations. With a near-perfect planning approval success rate, we deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to individual needs.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial services cover offices, retail units, and leisure facilities. We prioritise brand identity and functionality, offering end-to-end support from concept to completion. Projects like the Mercia Marina Boardwalk demonstrate our ability to blend innovation with practical business requirements.
Planning Approvals
We specialise in securing planning permissions, leveraging local authority relationships and 26 years of experience. Our designs align with regulatory guidelines, ensuring a streamlined approval process for both residential and commercial projects.
3D Virtual Reality Design
Our in-house VR technology allows clients to explore designs interactively, visualising spaces and sunlight effects. This tool enhances decision-making by providing immersive previews of both interior and exterior project elements.
Project Management
We oversee projects from concept to completion, coordinating with contractors and ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. Our team provides site visits, technical drawings, and continuous client support to guarantee successful outcomes.
People
Darryn Buttrill
Practice Director
Founder of bi Design Architecture, Darryn oversees projects from concept to completion. With expertise in residential and commercial design, he specialises in client consultation and planning strategy, ensuring projects meet both aesthetic and regulatory requirements.
Luke Gittens
Director
Based in Sutton Coldfield, Luke leads commercial projects and technical design. He manages client relationships and ensures seamless project transitions from initial concepts to on-site execution, combining creativity with regulatory compliance.
Phil Hayes
Practice Associate
Phil specialises in residential projects, creating 2D and 3D designs while liaising with planners. His role includes client consultation and coordinating with contractors to ensure project specifications are met accurately.
Aaron Morris
Architect
Aaron focuses on Revit modelling and IT systems, supporting both residential and commercial projects. His expertise spans feasibility studies, planning drawings, and building regulations compliance, ensuring technical precision across all deliverables.
Jack Smith
Senior Architectural Technologist
Jack conducts site surveys and manages planning processes, specialising in feasibility studies and building regulations. His work ensures projects transition smoothly from concept to approved plans, combining technical knowledge with client-focused solutions.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We specialise in residential and commercial architecture, including new builds, extensions, planning approvals, and 3D virtual reality design.
Do you work outside the Midlands?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide, offering remote and virtual support while maintaining offices in Repton and Sutton Coldfield.
How do you handle planning approvals?
We leverage 26 years of experience and local authority relationships to ensure designs meet planning guidelines, achieving a near-perfect approval success rate.
What makes your designs unique?
Our collaborative approach ensures designs reflect client identities, combining creativity with practicality and budget considerations.
Are you insured for design work?
Yes, all projects are covered by £2 million professional indemnity insurance for client security.
Can I view examples of your work?
Yes, our portfolio includes award-winning projects like the Mercia Marina Boardwalk and River Side Care Home.
