Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architects in Stockton-on-Tees
Established in 1965, Matthew Trotter & Miller has built a reputation as a trusted architectural practice serving both domestic and commercial clients across Stockton-on-Tees and surrounding areas. Our approach prioritises close collaboration with clients to transform ideas into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet project briefs while maintaining cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency. With over six decades of experience, we integrate energy conservation principles and low-maintenance design strategies into every project, predating modern environmental regulations. Our team adheres to the latest health and safety standards under CDM Regulations 2015, supported by qualified consultants for complex projects.We maintain a flexible workforce structure, supplementing our core technical staff with contract professionals when required. Our diverse portfolio spans residential extensions, large-scale housing developments, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings, reflecting our ability to handle projects of varying complexity. We provide comprehensive services from initial site assessments through planning applications to final construction documentation, ensuring clients receive end-to-end architectural solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Healthcare Architecture
New Build Housing
Conservation
House Extensions
Planning Applications
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We are members of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- Our practice has over 60 years of architectural design experience
- We comply with CDM Regulations 2015 for construction health and safety
- We offer free initial consultations with qualified architectural professionals
- We provide complete project management from concept to completion
Associations and certifications
- Architects Registration Board
Services
Commercial Architecture
We specialise in commercial architecture including office spaces, retail units, and industrial buildings. Our designs balance functionality with aesthetic appeal while meeting planning requirements. With experience dating back to the 1960s, we've completed projects ranging from warehouse facilities to modern office developments, ensuring compliance with current building regulations and accessibility standards.
Healthcare Architecture
Our healthcare architecture services cover surgeries, care homes, and hospital extensions. With nearly 40 years' experience in this sector, we've completed over 60 medical projects including nursing home conversions and pharmacy extensions. We understand the specific regulatory requirements for healthcare facilities and focus on creating safe, accessible environments that meet both clinical and patient needs.
New Build Housing
We provide comprehensive new build housing solutions from single properties to large-scale developments. Our expertise includes social housing, private residences, and co-ownership schemes with over 700 units designed. We focus on sustainable construction methods and energy-efficient designs while ensuring compliance with current building standards and local planning policies.
Conservation
Our conservation services specialise in listed buildings and traditional architecture. We offer quinquennial inspections, repair strategies, and planning applications for historic properties. With extensive experience in heritage projects, we balance preservation requirements with modern functionality, maintaining original character while ensuring structural integrity and compliance with conservation area regulations.
House Extensions
We design bespoke house extensions and alterations tailored to client requirements. Our services include single and double storey extensions, garden rooms, and barn conversions. We provide full architectural support from initial concept through planning permission to construction documentation, ensuring seamless integration with existing properties while maximising space and natural light.
People
Antony Richardson
Principal Architect
B.A. (Arch); Dip. Arch.; R.I.B.A. qualified architect with extensive experience in commercial and residential projects. Specialises in healthcare architecture and conservation work while overseeing practice operations and quality standards.
Penny Kohnstam
Assistant Architect
Supports architectural design and project management across various sectors including new build housing and commercial developments. Contributes to planning applications and building regulation submissions while maintaining close client communication throughout project lifecycles.
Philip Ord
Architectural Assistant
Provides technical support for residential and commercial projects, assisting with design development and documentation. Works closely with senior architects to ensure compliance with current building regulations and client specifications.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide commercial architecture, healthcare design, new build housing, conservation work, house extensions, and planning application support across the UK.
How long have you been in business?
We've been operating since 1965, giving us over 60 years of architectural design and project management experience.
Do you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we specialise in conservation work including listed buildings, offering quinquennial inspections, repair strategies, and planning applications.
Can you assist with planning applications?
We provide complete planning application support including documentation preparation, submission, and liaison with local authorities.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Stockton-on-Tees, Tees Valley, and surrounding regions including Darlington, Sheffield, and Cambridge.
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