Business Details
3 Years
experience
Award-Winning Holistic Architectural Design in Bristol
Smith Maloney Architects is a multi-disciplinary architectural practice formed in 2023 through the merger of Bristol-based Smith Maloney Architects Ltd and London-based h2architecture. Our team combines over 28 years of collective experience in architecture, master-planning, interior design, landscape design, and environmental engineering. We specialise in creating contextually responsive, sustainable buildings that prioritise both aesthetic excellence and functional integrity. Our portfolio spans residential, commercial, public sector, and hospitality projects across the UK, with a particular focus on challenging sites including conservation areas and greenbelt locations.The practice maintains strong academic ties through directorships at leading UK universities and has pioneered the use of virtual and augmented reality technologies since 2015. Recognised through multiple industry awards including the Global 100 Awards for Most Outstanding Design-Led Practice 2024, we deliver tailored solutions from feasibility through to construction, ensuring rigorous design quality control and client collaboration throughout the RIBA Plan of Work stages.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Design
Environmental Engineering
Planning Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2023
Highlights and features
- We deliver award-winning architectural solutions across the UK's most challenging sites
- Our practice maintains academic leadership positions at four leading UK universities
- We pioneered VR/AR technology integration in architectural design since 2015
- Our directors have 28+ years combined experience in complex planning environments
- We offer full RIBA Plan of Work coverage from feasibility to construction
What people say
Professional, well-mannered team
Problem-solving expertise
Stress-free process
Design integrity maintained
Regular communication maintained
Services
Architecture
Our architectural services combine innovative design with practical functionality, delivering contextually responsive buildings across residential, commercial, and public sectors. We specialise in complex planning environments including conservation areas and greenbelt sites. Our approach integrates sustainability principles with modern construction technologies to create enduring architectural solutions.
Interior Design
We create interior environments that balance aesthetic appeal with functional efficiency, focusing on integrated design solutions from concept development to detailed execution. Our expertise spans commercial offices, hospitality venues, and residential spaces, incorporating traditional craftsmanship with modern material innovations.
Landscape Design
Our landscape architecture services create harmonious connections between buildings and their surroundings, with expertise in both private gardens and large-scale public realm projects. We prioritise ecological sustainability while enhancing usability and aesthetic quality across diverse site contexts.
Environmental Engineering
We deliver integrated environmental engineering solutions focusing on energy efficiency, low-carbon design, and optimal building performance. Our services include passive design strategies, building services integration, and whole-life sustainability analysis using advanced digital modelling tools.
Planning Consultancy
Our planning expertise navigates complex regulatory environments, specialising in challenging sites with heritage constraints or sensitive contexts. We provide strategic advice from feasibility studies through to planning permission acquisition, combining technical knowledge with creative problem-solving approaches.
People
Ashley Smith
Director - Architecture and Masterplanning
With 28 years' experience, Ashley graduated from the University of Bath in 1995 and has worked on high-profile projects including Kings Cross Redevelopment. He combines architectural practice with part-time teaching at Bath University and UWE, while maintaining industry advisory roles in BIM and green building analysis.
Mark Hillier
Director - Architecture and Landscape
Award-winning architect and landscape designer Mark Hillier leads design across international projects spanning Sri Lanka to the UK. As founder of h2architecture, he combines global experience with academic roles at De Montfort, Cardiff and Bath Universities, balancing design practice with golf course pursuits.
Natasha Maloney
Director - Architecture and Interior Design
Natasha brings expertise in commercial and residential design, having studied at Mackintosh School of Architecture. She leads UWE's BA(Hons) Interior Design course while directing creative design solutions from concept to detailed interiors, integrating traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques.
Jamie Carter
Associate Consultant - Structural/Environmental Engineering
With 20 years' experience, Jamie specialises in low-energy building design, having worked on projects ranging from British Museum conservation to innovative residential towers. He integrates structural and environmental engineering to deliver healthy, efficient building solutions with advanced performance optimisation.
Peter James
Architecture and Technical Lead
Peter offers 30 years' technical expertise in residential and mixed-use developments, with particular specialism in listed buildings and post-Grenfell high-rise design. His experience spans technical delivery, project recovery, and sustainable construction methods, supported by practical interests in swimming and golf.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services covering master-planning, building design, interior architecture, and technical delivery across residential, commercial, and public sector projects.
Do you work outside Bristol?
Yes, we operate throughout the UK including London, Essex, Dorset, Cornwall, and Yorkshire with particular expertise in challenging planning environments.
How do you handle complex planning applications?
Our directors have extensive experience securing planning consent in conservation areas and greenbelt sites, combining creative design solutions with technical planning knowledge.
What technology do you use?
We employ BIM Level 2, virtual reality, and augmented reality tools for design visualisation and client communication, alongside advanced environmental analysis software.
Can you assist with listed building projects?
Yes, we have significant experience working with heritage assets, including listed buildings and conservation areas, balancing preservation with modern functionality.
Do you teach architecture as well as practice?
Our directors hold teaching positions at four leading UK universities, maintaining academic engagement while delivering practical architectural solutions.
