Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Services in London
We are an established architectural studio with 14 years of experience, specialising in detailed working drawings for residential developments. Our approach combines technical expertise with a commitment to design excellence, serving major housing developers and boutique construction firms. We prioritise collaboration, maintaining close partnerships with clients and supply chains to ensure seamless project delivery. Our directors remain directly involved throughout each project, ensuring accountability and practical solutions.With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, we deliver buildings that balance aesthetic elegance with functional efficiency. Our team's expertise spans scheme optimisation, technical coordination, and compliance with warranty providers, supporting clients from pre-concept to post-completion. We maintain long-term relationships with industry leaders like Crest Nicholson and Cala Homes, demonstrating our reliability and sector-specific knowledge.
Services
Working Drawing Packs
Technical Management
Design Coordination
Scheme Optimisation
Warranty Compliance
Supply Chain Integration
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 14 years of specialist experience in residential architectural detailing
- Direct director involvement throughout all project phases
- Established partnerships with major UK housing developers
- Technical expertise in warranty compliance and supply chain coordination
- Proven track record delivering 5,500+ housing schemes
What people say
Technical excellence
Reliable delivery
Strong partnerships
Detailed coordination
Client-focused approach
Services
Working Drawing Packs
We produce comprehensive working drawing packages for residential developments. These technical documents enable accurate pricing, construction, and third-party approvals. Our drawings incorporate civil, structural, and utility requirements while maintaining compliance with warranty providers. This service ensures seamless transition from design to on-site execution.
Technical Management
Our experienced team oversees technical aspects of housing schemes. We coordinate design packages, manage detail sets, and resolve construction challenges. This service maintains technical consistency across projects while reducing burdens on client teams through tailored documentation solutions.
Design Coordination
We integrate multidisciplinary design teams for housing developments. Our coordination covers civil engineers, landscape designers, and utility providers. This service ensures all technical requirements align with architectural vision while maintaining buildability and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Warranty Compliance
We ensure housing schemes meet warranty provider requirements. Our service includes detail approval, layout validation, and CML compliance checks. This proactive approach prevents last-minute issues while maintaining technical standards for NHBC and Premier warranty schemes.
Supply Chain Integration
We coordinate specialist suppliers within housing developments. This service covers lintel schedules, ventilation systems, and architectural components. Our integration ensures technical designs align with site requirements, enabling smooth construction progress without compromising design intent.
People
Mark Owen
Director & Co-founder
Mark leads business development and customer care at Pow Architects. With extensive construction experience, he combines technical knowledge with client-focused service delivery. He ensures projects maintain both quality standards and client satisfaction throughout their lifecycle.
Gareth Pywell
Director & Co-founder
Gareth oversees quality assurance and health & safety at Pow Architects. His meticulous attention to detail ensures technical excellence across all project phases. He maintains rigorous quality control while supporting the studio's commitment to continuous improvement.
Fernando Barcelo
Architect & Team Leader
Fernando coordinates projects at all stages, combining technical expertise with creative visualisation. His architectural experience ensures smooth project delivery, while his artistic skills produce detailed hand renderings that enhance client communication and design development.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in detailed working drawings for residential developments, including technical coordination, warranty compliance, and supply chain integration for housing schemes.
Which areas do you operate in?
We work across London, Winchester, and throughout the South East of England with established partnerships in key development regions.
How do you ensure construction quality?
Our directors maintain direct involvement throughout projects, supported by technical reviews and proactive coordination with all stakeholders to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
What experience do you have with housing schemes?
Since 2009, we've delivered working drawings for over 5,500 housing schemes, collaborating with major developers like Crest Nicholson and Cala Homes on complex residential projects.
How do you handle warranty requirements?
We proactively coordinate with NHBC and Premier to ensure all technical details meet warranty standards, preventing last-minute issues during final certification stages.
Can you work with existing design teams?
Yes, we integrate with existing teams including civil engineers, landscape designers, and utility providers to ensure comprehensive technical coordination for each project.
