Brown&Co
Architectural Design
We are proud to be a RIBA Chartered Practice, committed to delivering the highest standard of architectural design services and planning consultancy.
Our team of experienced architects is dedicated to creating and shaping exceptional spaces that go beyond functionality - places that inspire, engage, and enrich the lives of those who use them. We focus on creating designs that are not only innovative and enjoyable but also well-connected and responsive to their context.
Residential Architecture
We have extensive research in delivering a wide range of residential architecture projects. Ranging from bespoke private homes to large-scale housing developments. Our work spans a variety of contexts and scales, including:
New & Self-Build Housing
Custom-designed homes tailored to reflect each client's unique tastes and lifestyles, combining creativity with functionality to deliver truly personal living spaces.
Housing Developments
Masterplanning and designing large-scale housing schemes that enhance community living and create a sense of place by integrating seamlessly with their surroundings.
Barn Conversions
Expertly transforming traditional agricultural buildings into beautiful homes, carefully retaining and preserving their unique character while introducing contemporary comforts and design innovations.
Extensions & Renovations
Designing stylish modern apartments in city and town centre locations, with a focus on maximising space, natural light, and high-quality environments that meet the demands of urban lifestyles.
Non-Residential Architecture
Our expertise and knowledge extend well beyond residential projects, reflected in a growing and diverse portfolio of non-residential architectural design, which includes:
Offices & Workspaces
Developing dynamic, flexible work environments designed to enhance productivity, foster collaboration and support employee well-being.
Community & Care
Designing sage, comfortable and welcoming spaces that promote wellbeing, accessibility and engagement for community activity and assisted living environments.
Educational Buildings
Designing inspiring, adaptable and functional learning environments that support the evolving needs of schools and educational institutions, fostering creativity, collaboration and academic success.
Places of Worship
Creating meaningful and inclusive spaces that are thoughtfully designed to honour spiritual traditions while welcoming and accommodating the diverse needs of communities.
FAQs:
Why use a Chartered or RIBA architect to help with designs?
Using a Chartered Architect, especially one from a RIBA Chartered Practice, means clients have access to professional expertise, design excellence and high standards of professional conduct. As a Chartered Practice we undergo rigorous training and are committed to delivering the highest quality projects. Our expertise, commitment to excellence and creative solutions help our clients maximise potential and minimise risk.
What sort of projects do you design?
We work in a range of sectors and markets and have in-depth experience within our teams, which allows us to assist in delivering projects regardless of project type. Our expertise is focused on residential, commercial and educational projects. We also have a proven track record of delivering community and heritage projects.
How do you help clients with delivering projects following planning permission?
We see our role as a balance between delivering what a client thinks they want, whilst making sure that we deliver what they need from their project. We are not afraid to challenge ideas and concepts, and strongly feel that the best design ‘wins out’. We want to help create a visual representation of what clients are thinking about and test ideas out, utilising the latest software and old-fashioned pen and paper. We think it’s important to understand how a client needs and wants to use a building, not just what it might look like.
How do you work with clients in the design process?
Only about a third of the work on a project is delivered at planning. Once the necessary permission is obtained, the next step is to develop the designs into a technically compliant, resolved and construction ready scheme. This is not typically done in advance of planning being achieved, so as not to front-load a project with cost and detail at the risk of it being abortive. Our technical and construction expertise allows us to apply material knowledge, construction techniques, building regulations, health and safety legislation and statutory compliance in a practical and understandable way, ensuring our clients' responsibilities are fully covered and their building is designed and delivered to the highest standard. We are then best placed to support our clients in the negotiations with contractors, utilising a range of procurement methods, subsequently maintaining standards by working alongside clients and builders to deliver the physical work on site.
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To discuss your plans or explore how we can support your next project, please get in touch with our architecture team.
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