Business Details
50+ Years
experience
RIBA Chartered Architects in St Albans
Briffa Phillips is a long-established architectural practice founded in 1973. As an official RIBA Chartered Practice, we specialise in designing sustainable, innovative buildings and spaces with a proven track record in securing planning consents. Our team delivers tailored architectural consultancy services across diverse sectors, from large-scale multidisciplinary projects to bespoke private commissions. We prioritise client value and user-centric design, aligning with RIBA's mission to advance architecture's societal benefits. With decades of experience, we combine technical expertise with creative problem-solving to meet unique project requirements.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our portfolio spanning commercial, residential, educational, and community developments. We operate from our St Albans headquarters, serving clients across Hertfordshire, Essex, and beyond. Our practice integrates modern methodologies with traditional craftsmanship, ensuring each project achieves optimal functionality and aesthetic quality. Transparency, collaboration, and sustainability underpin our approach to every commission.
Services
Sustainable Design
Planning Applications
Commercial Architecture
Residential Projects
Heritage Refurbishment
Educational Buildings
Community Spaces
Zero Carbon Solutions
Interior Architecture
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of architectural experience since 1973
- Official RIBA Chartered Practice with proven planning expertise
- Specialise in sustainable, innovative building solutions
- Offer full architectural consultancy services
- Deep local knowledge across Hertfordshire and Essex
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
What people say
Outstanding planning expertise
Creative design solutions
Excellent client communication
Sustainable focus
Heritage knowledge
Services
Sustainable Design
We create energy-efficient buildings that minimise environmental impact while maximising functionality. Our approach integrates renewable materials, passive design principles, and modern construction techniques. Clients benefit from reduced operational costs and compliance with evolving sustainability standards.
Planning Applications
Our team secures planning consents for complex developments through strategic submissions and local authority engagement. We specialise in overcoming regulatory challenges while maintaining design integrity. This service ensures projects progress smoothly through approval processes.
Heritage Refurbishment
We preserve historical buildings while introducing modern functionality through sensitive restoration techniques. Our expertise includes Grade II listed properties and traditional construction methods. Clients receive tailored solutions that balance heritage requirements with contemporary needs.
Commercial Architecture
We design commercial spaces optimised for productivity and brand identity. Our solutions address workspace efficiency, accessibility, and future adaptability. Clients gain environments that enhance both operational performance and occupant wellbeing.
Residential Projects
We deliver bespoke residential schemes ranging from single-house extensions to large-scale developments. Our focus is on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing living spaces that respond to site-specific conditions and client lifestyles.
People
Matt Briffa
Architect
Matt Briffa co-leads the practice with 30+ years' experience in sustainable architecture. He specialises in complex planning applications and has led award-winning educational and community projects across the South East.
Jane Whitman
Architect
Jane Whitman brings expertise in heritage conservation and residential design. With 25 years at the practice, she manages high-end private commissions and historic building refurbishments while maintaining RIBA accreditation standards.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in sustainable design, planning applications, heritage refurbishment, commercial architecture, and residential projects across Hertfordshire and the UK.
Are you a RIBA Chartered Practice?
Yes, we have maintained RIBA Chartered Practice status since 1973, demonstrating our commitment to professional standards and architectural excellence.
How do you handle planning permission challenges?
Our team has extensive experience securing planning consents for complex projects through strategic submissions and local authority engagement.
Can you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have significant expertise in Grade II listed property refurbishments, combining heritage conservation with modern functionality.
What areas do you cover?
While based in St Albans, we work across Hertfordshire, Essex, Bedfordshire, and throughout the UK for appropriate projects.
