Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Residential Architects in Richmond
John Rich Architects is a design-focused architectural practice with over 38 years of experience in delivering high-end residential architecture. Specialising in new builds, extensions, alterations, and listed building renovations, we prioritise creating spaces that harmonise with their environment while meeting planning regulations. Our approach combines tradition and innovation, particularly evident in our listed building transformations that preserve historical features while integrating contemporary elements. Based in Richmond, we serve clients across Surrey, West London, Kew, and Twickenham. Our team of RIBA chartered architects offers tailored solutions through a flexible three-stage process, ensuring projects align with client visions and practical requirements.We manage logistical and administrative aspects, including planning negotiations and contractor coordination, to deliver architecturally significant results. Our collaborative ethos extends to working with consultants and authorities to achieve optimal outcomes. Client testimonials highlight our exemplary attention to detail, creativity, and successful relationships with planning officers. Founded in 1985, our practice remains committed to evolving design excellence while maintaining a deep understanding of contemporary family living within protected areas.
Services
Residential Architecture
Listed Building Renovations
Architectural Planning
Design Consultation
Project Management
Planning Negotiations
Building Inspections
Heritage Conservation
Space Optimization
Client-Centric Design
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 38 years of experience in residential architecture.
- Our RIBA chartered architects ensure industry-standard compliance.
- We offer tailored three-stage processes for unique projects.
- Our collaborative approach includes planning and contractor coordination.
- We specialise in listed building renovations preserving historical integrity.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Exemplary attention to detail
Ingenuity and creativity
Strong relationship with planners
Sympathetic transformations
In good hands throughout
Services
Residential Architecture
We create bespoke residential designs that balance aesthetic appeal with functional living spaces. Our expertise spans new builds, extensions, and renovations, ensuring compliance with planning regulations while reflecting client visions. Projects prioritise environmental harmony and architectural integrity.
Listed Building Renovations
Specialising in listed building transformations, we preserve historical features while integrating modern elements. Our approach maintains structural authenticity and meets conservation requirements, delivering spaces that are both timeless and contemporary for practical living.
Architectural Planning
We provide strategic planning advice to navigate regulatory frameworks, including planning permissions and building regulations. Our services cover feasibility assessments, policy research, and liaison with local authorities to ensure project viability and compliance.
Design Consultation
Our consultation process develops tailored design concepts aligned with client needs and budget constraints. We use collaborative tools like Pinterest boards and face-to-face meetings to refine ideas, ensuring final designs meet both creative and practical goals.
Project Management
We manage projects from inception to completion, overseeing contracts, contractor coordination, and site inspections. Regular progress checks and defect liability monitoring ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
People
Athena Young
Director
Athena Young, Director, specialises in contemporary, contextually responsive architecture. With experience in New Zealand and London, she leads projects blending design innovation with environmental sensitivity, upholding the practice's ethos.
Dan Frost
Director
Dan Frost, Director, brings expertise in luxury residential design from studies at Kingston University and experience in Sydney. He focuses on evolving John Rich Architects' legacy through technically rigorous, aesthetically driven projects.
Clare Salter
Architect
Clare Salter, registered architect since 2022, contributes to diverse projects from small houses to commercial schemes. Her work emphasises detailed design execution and regulatory compliance, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
John Rich
Founder
John Rich founded the practice in 1985 after a career with the GLC Department of Architecture. His expertise in west London's protected areas informs the firm's approach to balancing contemporary living with heritage constraints.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential architecture, including new builds, extensions, listed building renovations, and heritage conservation projects across Richmond and Surrey.
How do you handle listed building projects?
We preserve historical features while integrating modern elements, ensuring compliance with conservation regulations and delivering functional, timeless spaces.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily work in Richmond, Surrey, West London, Kew, and Twickenham, with experience in both urban and suburban environments.
Do you offer project management services?
Yes, we manage projects from initial design to completion, including contractor coordination, site inspections, and regulatory compliance oversight.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We use face-to-face meetings, digital tools, and regular communication to refine designs, ensuring alignment with client visions and practical requirements.
