Business Details
Award-Winning Architectural Services in Nottingham
Welham Architects is a family-run architectural practice based in Nottingham's historic Lace Market. Established to transform client visions into tangible designs, we specialise in new builds, extensions, and renovations while employing 3D visualisations to aid decision-making. As a RIBA Chartered Practice with British Institute of Interior Design membership, we combine technical expertise with a client-centric ethos. Our team navigates complex building regulations and contractual processes, delivering spaces that align with evolving legal standards.With over a decade of collaboration experience in education and residential sectors, we offer evening and weekend consultations to accommodate client schedules. Our virtual reality technology allows clients to experience designs pre-construction, ensuring clarity and confidence in every project phase.
Services
Virtual Reality Design
Education Sector Architecture
Residential Projects
Commercial Developments
Mixed-Use Schemes
3D Visualisations
Planning Consultancy
Highlights and features
- Family-run practice with 10+ years' experience in education sector projects
- Offer VR technology for pre-construction space visualisation
- Maintain RIBA Chartered Practice and BIID professional accreditations
- Provide evening and weekend client consultations
- Combine architectural and interior design expertise under one roof
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects
- Architects Registration Board
- British Institute of Interior Design
What people say
Excellent communicators
First class knowledge
Personalised solutions
Stress-free process
Seamless integration of design
Services
Virtual Reality Design
Our state-of-the-art virtual reality technology creates immersive pre-construction experiences. Clients scan QR codes with smartphones to explore 3D spaces anytime, anywhere. This innovative approach enhances decision-making through augmented reality visualisation of architectural designs.
Education Sector Architecture
Specialist educational facility design covering classroom refurbishments to new-build schools. We manage projects from feasibility studies through construction, creating functional learning environments that meet evolving educational standards and enhance teaching effectiveness.
Residential Projects
Comprehensive residential architecture services including extensions, renovations and new builds. We balance client visions with budgetary constraints while managing planning permissions, delivering tailored living spaces that maximise property potential.
Commercial Developments
Design services for commercial spaces focusing on functionality and brand identity. We create visitor-friendly environments that balance practical requirements with aesthetic appeal, navigating planning approvals and building regulations.
Mixed-Use Developments
Integrated development solutions combining residential, commercial and public spaces. Our approach considers community impact, regulatory requirements and technical specifications, working with multidisciplinary teams to maximise site potential.
People
Clive Welham
Architect & Director
Lead architect with extensive experience in mixed-use developments. Oversees project feasibility and regulatory compliance, coordinating with planners and consultants to deliver buildable, innovative schemes.
Eddie Welham
Lead Designer
Creative director specialising in commercial environments. Combines architectural expertise with interior design skills, teaching at Nottingham Trent University while leading retail and leisure project designs.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in education, residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, combining RIBA chartered architectural services with interior design expertise.
How does your virtual reality technology benefit clients?
Our VR system lets clients experience spaces pre-construction via smartphone QR codes, improving design understanding and decision-making without site visits.
Can you assist with planning permission applications?
Yes, we manage full planning applications including documentation submission, regulatory negotiations, and approval processes for residential and commercial developments.
Are you available outside regular working hours?
We offer evening and weekend consultations to accommodate client schedules, recognising that architectural project discussions often require flexible timing.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are a Royal Institute of British Architects Chartered Practice, registered with the Architects Registration Board and members of the British Institute of Interior Design.
