Business Details
Your Trusted Chartered Architects in Ingatestone
Emptage Architects is a chartered practice with over 25 years of experience delivering innovative architectural solutions across commercial, education, healthcare, and residential sectors. Our team combines youthful creativity with seasoned expertise, ensuring projects balance modern design with technical precision. We specialise in transforming spaces through masterplanning, new builds, and refurbishments, with a portfolio spanning iconic venues like the Olympic Badminton Training Facility and Phoenix Eye Hospital.Our directors and senior architects hold RIBA qualifications and bring decades of technical and regulatory expertise, supported by advanced BIM capabilities. Clients benefit from our commitment to clarity, compliance, and client-centric design, underpinned by a track record of successful planning approvals and award-winning visualisations.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Education Facilities
Healthcare Buildings
Residential Design
Masterplan Developments
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in architectural design across multiple sectors.
- Our team includes RIBA-accredited professionals with technical and regulatory expertise.
- We combine creative design with practical execution for planning and compliance success.
- Our BIM/Revit capabilities ensure precise technical delivery and visualisation.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication and quality outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
Services
Commercial Architecture
We create functional, future-proof commercial spaces tailored to business needs. Our expertise spans new builds and refurbishments, integrating sustainable materials and modern aesthetics. Clients benefit from our technical precision and planning approval success.
Education Facilities
Our education projects prioritise inspiring learning environments through innovative layouts and natural lighting. We specialise in sports halls, classrooms, and campus masterplans, balancing safety with creative design for institutions like Westcliff High School.
Healthcare Buildings
We deliver patient-centric healthcare facilities with strict compliance to regulatory standards. Our portfolio includes hospitals and specialist centres, focusing on accessibility, hygiene, and therapeutic environments that support both staff and visitors.
Residential Design
Our residential projects blend modern aesthetics with practical living requirements. We handle private homes and multi-unit developments, ensuring designs maximise space efficiency while adhering to local planning guidelines and sustainability principles.
Masterplan Developments
We create comprehensive masterplans integrating transport, green spaces, and mixed-use zones. Our approach balances long-term growth with community needs, demonstrated through projects like the Tollgate Business Park and Stonyhill Village schemes.
People
Peter Emptage
Director
With 45 years in architecture, Peter has led sports projects including Olympic advisory roles. His expertise ensures strategic vision and creative leadership across all practice operations.
Rob Smith
Principle Architect
Rob combines technical mastery with 20+ years of experience, overseeing project execution from concept to completion. His attention to detail ensures compliance and quality in every delivered scheme.
Michael Krousti
Senior Architect
Michael specialises in concept design and visualisation, winning planning approvals through compelling illustrations. His creative approach bridges client vision with practical architectural solutions.
Paul Parry
Senior Technician
Paul leads BIM implementation and regulatory compliance, navigating complex technical challenges. His expertise ensures projects meet all statutory requirements while maintaining design integrity.
Tom Doubleday
3D Modeller
Tom enhances our visualisation capabilities, creating photorealistic models that communicate design intent clearly. His digital expertise accelerates client decision-making and presentation quality.
Questions
What sectors does Emptage Architects specialise in?
We work across commercial, education, healthcare, residential, and masterplan developments, with notable projects including Olympic training venues and specialist hospitals.
How long has the practice been operating?
Our team has over 25 years of combined experience delivering architectural solutions, with individual directors holding decades of industry expertise.
Do you handle planning applications?
Yes, we specialise in securing planning approvals, using detailed concept drawings and leveraging our regulatory expertise to overcome challenges.
What technology do you use?
We utilise BIM/Revit for technical precision and create photorealistic 3D visualisations to communicate design concepts effectively during client consultations.
Can you manage large-scale developments?
Yes, our portfolio includes complex projects like multi-storey hospitals and business parks, demonstrating our capability to handle schemes of all scales.
How do you ensure project compliance?
Our senior technicians specialise in regulatory frameworks, ensuring every project meets building control standards and statutory requirements without compromising design intent.
