Business Details
Award-Winning Architects in Huddersfield & York
Fibre Architects is an award-winning architectural practice established over a decade ago with offices in Huddersfield and York. Our client-focused approach combines creative design expertise with commercial viability, delivering tailored solutions for private residences, commercial developments, and conservation projects. With chartered architects leading every project, we prioritise 3D design visualisation to enhance client understanding and ensure regulatory compliance.Our structured methodology spans feasibility studies, planning applications, and construction monitoring, supported by a commitment to sustainability and value maximisation. Recognised through multiple industry awards, we serve clients across Yorkshire and the North West, maintaining a reputation for translating client aspirations into high-quality built environments.
Services
Design Brief Development
Feasibility Studies
Concept Design
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Technical Design
Tender Drawings
Construction Monitoring
Architects Certificates
Highlights and features
- We are RIBA-chartered architects with 10+ years' industry experience
- Our structured methodology ensures regulatory compliance and project viability
- We specialise in 3D design visualisation for enhanced client understanding
- Award-winning practice with proven expertise in conservation architecture
- Client-centric approach focusing on sustainability and value maximisation
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
What people say
Excellent design skills
Successful in fulfilling our brief
Creative approach
Commercial expertise
Enhanced property value
Services
Architectural Design Services
We create tailored architectural solutions from initial concept to construction completion. Our RIBA-compliant process includes feasibility studies, 3D visualisation, and regulatory approvals. Specialising in residential extensions, new builds, and commercial developments, we ensure technical compliance while maximising property value through innovative design.
Conservation Architecture
Specialist conservation services for listed buildings and conservation areas. Our experienced team balances historical preservation with modern functionality, preparing detailed heritage statements and securing planning permissions. We maintain original features while enhancing usability and value through sensitive design interventions.
Planning Applications
Comprehensive planning application support including feasibility assessments, drawing preparation, and local authority liaison. We navigate complex regulations to secure approvals for extensions, new builds, and commercial developments. Our track record demonstrates success in overcoming planning challenges through strategic design solutions.
Building Regulations
Detailed regulatory compliance services ensuring full adherence to current building standards. We prepare technical specifications, coordinate consultant input, and manage approval processes. Our expertise minimises construction risks while maintaining design integrity through precise documentation and regulatory knowledge.
Construction Monitoring
Professional construction phase management with regular site inspections and payment certification. We ensure work meets approved specifications through interim certifications and defect management. Our contract administration services protect client interests while facilitating smooth project delivery from start to completion.
People
Martin Booker
Managing Director
RIBA-chartered architect with extensive commercial expertise in project delivery. Specialises in balancing design innovation with practical implementation across residential and commercial sectors. Leads the Huddersfield office with over 15 years' industry experience.
Michael Owens
Design Director
Award-winning RIBA architect renowned for creative design solutions. Specialises in 3D visualisation and residential architecture, with particular expertise in conservation projects. Leads design strategy from the York office with a focus on client collaboration.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including design development, planning applications, building regulations, technical specifications, tender management, and construction phase monitoring across residential, commercial, and conservation sectors.
Do you work outside Yorkshire?
While based in Huddersfield and York, we work with clients across the UK including North West England, with proven experience managing projects remotely through digital collaboration tools.
What project sizes do you handle?
We typically work on projects with budgets starting from £180,000+ VAT, including residential extensions, new builds, commercial developments, and conservation projects of various scales.
How do you approach conservation projects?
Our conservation approach combines heritage understanding with modern functionality. We prepare detailed heritage statements, work closely with local authorities, and use specialist techniques to preserve historical features while meeting contemporary needs.
How are project costs managed?
We implement rigorous cost control through detailed technical specifications, competitive tendering processes, and staged payment certification during construction to ensure budget adherence without compromising quality standards.
