Business Details
16 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design Services
Established in 2010 by Chris Bowen, our architectural practice combines pragmatic design with innovative thinking to create buildings that exceed expectations. As chartered architects registered with the ARB, we specialise in complex projects including listed buildings and developments with challenging planning histories. Our team brings extensive experience in heritage-led regeneration and high-end residential schemes, having successfully delivered projects ranging from 50,000 to 6 million.We prioritise sustainability and contextual sensitivity while maintaining a client-focused approach that tailors each design to individual needs. With offices in London and Lincolnshire, we serve diverse architectural requirements across residential, community, and commercial sectors.
Services
Residential Extensions
Listed Building Renovations
Planning Consultancy
Heritage Conservation
New Build Homes
Community Projects
Eco-Friendly Design
Commercial Developments
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Chartered architects with expertise in listed building conservation
- Successfully secured planning consent for complex heritage sites
- Registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB)
- Projects ranging from 50,000 to 6 million completed
- Finalists in East Midlands and East Anglia LABC awards 2017
Associations and certifications
- Architects Registration Board (ARB)
Services
Listed Building Renovations
Specialist conservation work for protected structures, combining historical integrity with modern functionality. Our team has revitalised multiple buildings on the Heritage at Risk Register through sensitive design interventions. We navigate complex planning requirements to secure long-term futures for historic properties.
Planning Consultancy
Expert guidance for challenging planning applications, including sites with previous refusal histories. We develop strategic proposals that address local authority concerns while maximising development potential for residential and commercial projects across various scales.
Residential Extensions
Tailored expansion solutions for private residences, from contemporary kitchen extensions to comprehensive property transformations. Our designs enhance living spaces while maintaining architectural coherence with existing structures and surrounding environments.
New Build Homes
Bespoke residential developments ranging from single dwellings to multi-unit schemes. We create energy-efficient homes that respond to site-specific conditions and client requirements, balancing modern living needs with environmental considerations.
Community Projects
Architectural solutions for community-focused developments including adaptive reuse of historic buildings for public use. Our approach prioritises accessibility, sustainability, and long-term community benefit through collaborative design processes.
People
Chris Bowen
Chartered Architect
Founder with 15+ years' experience in heritage-led regeneration, specialising in listed buildings and complex planning cases. Holds architectural qualifications from Nottingham University and teaches at Lincoln University.
Joel Glazer
Architect
Qualified architect with expertise in residential and commercial developments, contributing to multiple award-nominated projects across diverse building types and scales.
Joe Mulholland
Senior Architectural Assistant
Experienced assistant with technical proficiency in heritage projects and new build developments, supporting complex design solutions from concept to completion.
Lucas Talbot
Junior Architectural Assistant
Emerging talent assisting in design documentation and project coordination, bringing fresh perspectives to residential and community-focused architectural projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential extensions, listed building renovations, heritage conservation, and complex planning projects with challenging histories.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we work on residential developments, community projects, and commercial buildings across London and Lincolnshire.
How do you approach sustainability in design?
We integrate sustainable materials and energy-efficient solutions while maintaining contextual sensitivity in all our architectural projects.
Can you assist with planning permission for difficult sites?
Our team has proven expertise in securing planning consent for complex heritage sites and previously refused developments.
