Business Details
Award-Winning Sustainable Architecture & Interior Design
Founded on a profound commitment to enhancing wellbeing through design, our practice was shaped by a personal experience that redefined our approach to architecture. After surviving a life-altering accident, our co-founder developed a deep understanding of healing environments, which now underpins our work in healthcare and beyond. We specialise in creating spaces that prioritise human needs while maintaining rigorous sustainability standards, serving clients across healthcare, education, residential, and commercial sectors.Our team combines diverse cultural perspectives with technical expertise, fostering innovation in every project. Based in Hull, we deliver nationwide solutions grounded in local insight and global best practices. Our dedication to social value ensures every project contributes positively to communities and the environment, reflecting our belief that architecture should enrich lives for generations.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
CDM Consultancy
Healthcare Architecture
Sustainable Design
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in healthcare architecture design
- Our team includes RIBA-accredited professionals with sector-specific expertise
- We implement a patented wellbeing-focused design methodology
- We provide 24/7 client communication during critical project phases
- Our sustainable designs achieve BREEAM Excellent ratings
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Excellent customer service
Proactive and passionate
Massive impact on health services
Modern centre for excellent care
Improved wellbeing outcomes
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural services follow RIBA standards from concept to completion. We balance economic viability with structural efficiency while prioritising human wellbeing. Specialising in healthcare projects, we create functional spaces that enhance patient outcomes and staff efficiency across East Yorkshire and the UK.
Interior Design
Our interior design team creates functional, aesthetically pleasing environments that improve user experience. Through strategic space planning and material selection, we deliver designs that promote wellbeing while meeting practical requirements. Projects range from healthcare facilities to commercial offices and residential developments across the UK.
CDM Consultancy
As CDM principal designers, we provide expert health and safety guidance throughout construction projects. Our team ensures compliance with building regulations while maintaining design integrity. We work closely with clients to manage risks effectively from initial concept through to project completion across all sectors.
Healthcare Architecture
Specialising in healthcare environments, we design facilities that improve patient care and operational efficiency. Our evidence-based approach incorporates clinical input to create therapeutic spaces. Recent projects include diabetes centres and care homes across Yorkshire, combining medical requirements with wellbeing-focused design principles.
Sustainable Design
We integrate environmental considerations into every project stage, achieving BREEAM ratings and reducing carbon footprints. Our sustainable solutions combine energy efficiency with biophilic design elements to create healthy, future-proof buildings that meet current needs without compromising future generations.
People
Alessandro Caruso
Managing Director
Originally from Sicily, Alessandro is a RIBA Client Adviser specialising in healthcare design. His personal experience with hospital environments shaped ACA's wellbeing-focused approach. He co-founded the practice to combine architectural excellence with social responsibility.
Amelia Caruso
Client Services Director
With a law and business background, Amelia manages client relationships and business operations. Her empathetic approach ensures smooth project delivery and client satisfaction across ACA's diverse portfolio of architectural projects.
Kornel Witkowski
Architectural Assistant
A Polish-born architect with a Master's from Hull School of Art & Design, Kornel specialises in 3D visualisation. His work has been recognised by RIBA, bringing design concepts to life through innovative digital modelling techniques.
Tony Walker
Senior Architectural Technologist
With over 30 years' experience and CIAT membership, Tony provides technical expertise across projects. His background in construction ensures practical solutions that balance design vision with buildability requirements for successful project delivery.
Darran Rogers
Health & Safety Consultant
Founder of DDR Consultants, Darran brings specialist health and safety knowledge to ACA's projects. With 15+ years' experience, he ensures compliance while maintaining design integrity across all our architectural developments.
Questions
What architectural sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare architecture while also delivering projects for education, residential, and commercial sectors across the UK.
Do you offer interior design services?
Yes, our interior design team creates functional, wellbeing-focused spaces for healthcare facilities, offices, and residential developments nationwide.
Are you RIBA-accredited?
Our team includes RIBA Client Advisers and our work has been recognised through RIBA award nominations for architectural excellence.
How do you ensure sustainable design?
We integrate environmental considerations throughout the design process, achieving BREEAM Excellent ratings through energy-efficient solutions and biophilic design principles.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Beverley, we deliver architectural projects nationwide with particular expertise in East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire regions.
Can you assist with CDM regulations?
Yes, we act as CDM principal designers, providing expert health and safety guidance throughout construction projects of all sizes.
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