Business Details
28 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in the Midlands
Established in 1998, Bi Design Architecture is a multi-award-winning practice with over 90 years of combined team experience. We specialise in residential and commercial architecture, delivering bespoke design solutions tailored to client needs. Our collaborative approach ensures projects align with individual lifestyles, business goals, and budgetary requirements while maintaining high-quality standards. With a near-perfect planning approval success rate, we prioritise innovative design that adds value and functionality.Our team holds professional indemnity insurance of 2 million, and we have earned recognition through awards such as the LABC Best Small Commercial Building in the UK. Headquartered in the Midlands, we serve clients nationally through remote collaboration and two regional offices in Repton and Sutton Coldfield.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
3D Virtual Reality Modelling
Planning Approvals
Building Regulations
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have 26 years of architectural experience since 1998
- Our team holds 90+ combined years of industry expertise
- Award-winning designs with national and regional recognition
- We guarantee planning approval success through expert knowledge
- Bespoke quotes tailored to each project's unique requirements
What people say
Award-winning designs
Excellent planning expertise
Collaborative approach
Bespoke solutions
Professional team
Services
Residential Architecture
We create bespoke residential designs that enhance property value and functionality. Our services include new builds, extensions, and renovations tailored to individual lifestyles. With expertise in planning approvals, we ensure seamless transitions from concept to completion while maintaining budgetary control.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture services focus on functional, brand-aligned spaces for businesses. We specialise in office design, retail units, and leisure facilities with a 98% planning approval success rate. Projects combine innovation with practicality to meet commercial requirements.
3D Virtual Reality Modelling
We offer immersive 3D virtual reality walkthroughs to visualise projects before construction. This technology helps clients understand spatial relationships and sunlight patterns, reducing uncertainties and enhancing decision-making during the design process.
Planning Approvals
Our team secures planning permissions through expert knowledge of local regulations. We maintain a near-perfect success rate by creating designs that align with authority requirements while maximising project potential for residential and commercial clients.
Building Regulations
We ensure all projects meet building regulations through detailed technical drawings and specifications. Our services include regulatory submissions and coordination with specialists to guarantee compliance while maintaining design integrity and client objectives.
People
Darryn Buttrill
Practice Director
Founder with 26 years' experience in residential and commercial architecture. Oversees projects from concept to completion, specialising in planning consultations and contract management. Holds BSc (Hons) MCIAT MCIOB qualifications.
Luke Gittens
Director
Head of the Sutton Coldfield office with expertise in residential and commercial concept designs. Manages technical drawings and project transitions. Qualified with BSc (Hons) MCIAT, overseeing West Midlands operations.
Phil Hayes
Practice Associate
Residential projects specialist with CAD/3D rendering expertise. Coordinates with planners and contractors to ensure project success. Holds BSc (Hons) ACIAT qualification and manages client liaisons effectively.
Aaron Morris
Architect
Qualified architect since 2021 with Revit expertise. Handles domestic and commercial projects while managing IT systems. Completed Parts 2 and 3 qualifications while working on diverse architectural assignments.
Jack Smith
Senior Architectural Technologist
Specialises in measured surveys and planning drawings with BSc (Hons) MCIAT. Supports feasibility studies and building regulations compliance, ensuring smooth project progression from concept to completion.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We specialise in residential and commercial architecture, including new builds, extensions, planning approvals, and 3D virtual reality modelling.
Do you work outside the Midlands?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide through remote collaboration and virtual project management tools.
How do you ensure planning approval success?
Our 98% success rate comes from deep local authority knowledge and designs that meet regulatory requirements.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine creative design with technical expertise, offering bespoke solutions tailored to individual client needs.
How are project costs determined?
Quotes are bespoke, based on time required to deliver optimal design solutions for each project.
