Business Details
12 Years
experience
Residential & Commercial Architecture Experts
Andrew Petty Architects is a practice rooted in Kent, delivering architectural solutions across London and the South-East. With over 15 years of professional experience, the firm specialises in residential architecture and interiors, alongside commercial and mixed-use developments. The team, led by RIBA Chartered Architect Andrew Petty, approaches each project with a commitment to rigorous design and meticulous attention to detail. Projects span new-build homes, refurbishments, conversions, and extensions, including work on listed buildings. The practice balances contemporary and traditional styles, ensuring designs respond thoughtfully to their context and client needs. Andrew Petty's career includes significant roles at Tasou Associates and Michael Conoley Associates, where he honed expertise in managing projects from inception to completion.The firm collaborates with Surrey-based Michael Conoley Associates for larger developments, combining resources to maintain design quality while addressing complex challenges. Clients benefit from a process that prioritises clear communication, transparency, and tailored solutions. The practice's portfolio demonstrates its ability to navigate sensitive locations, such as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and historic conservation areas. Andrew Petty Architects Limited, registered in England and Wales, operates with a philosophy of creating thoughtfully crafted, beautifully designed spaces that endure.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Projects
Listed Building Conversions
House Extensions
New Build Homes
Mixed-Use Developments
Disability Adaptations
Barn Conversions
Urban Regeneration
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial architecture.
- Our team includes RIBA Chartered Architects with expertise in listed buildings.
- We deliver tailored designs responsive to site context and client needs.
- We collaborate with established firms for complex or large-scale projects.
- Our process prioritises transparency, precision, and end-to-end project management.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Residential Architecture
Andrew Petty Architects creates bespoke residential designs ranging from new-build homes to renovations. The practice balances aesthetic appeal with functional precision, ensuring spaces meet both practical and stylistic requirements. Projects include energy-efficient homes in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and contemporary extensions to historic properties.
Listed Building Conversions
Specialist conversions of Grade II listed buildings require careful preservation of historical features while modernising functionality. The team works closely with local authorities and Historic England to secure approvals. Recent projects include transforming a Rochester landmark into a boutique hotel while maintaining its architectural integrity.
Mixed-Use Developments
The firm designs mixed-use schemes combining residential and commercial spaces. Expertise includes converting Victorian warehouses into apartments with retail units and creating sustainable new-build developments. Projects adhere to planning requirements in sensitive urban contexts like London's conservation areas.
House Extensions
Extensions range from single-storey rear additions to comprehensive remodelling projects. The practice integrates accessibility features like lifts and hydrotherapy baths while maintaining visual coherence. Recent work includes transforming a 1980s townhouse with bespoke joinery and modern layouts.
Barn Conversions
Barn conversions focus on repurposing historic structures into functional living spaces. Designs prioritise natural light and spatial flow, such as creating a central library hall with glazed walls in a Kent countryside project. The approach preserves agricultural heritage while meeting modern living standards.
People
Andrew Petty
Director
Andrew Petty is a RIBA Chartered Architect with over 15 years' experience in residential and commercial projects. He previously worked at Tasou Associates and Michael Conoley Associates, leading complex developments. His expertise spans listed buildings, urban regeneration, and sustainable design.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential architecture, listed building conversions, mixed-use developments, and bespoke house extensions across Kent and London.
Can you work on Grade II listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience with listed buildings, including securing planning consent for sensitive refurbishments and conversions.
Do you collaborate with other architectural firms?
We collaborate with Michael Conoley Associates for larger projects, combining expertise while maintaining design quality and oversight.
What areas do you cover?
Our primary focus is Kent, London, and Surrey, with experience in sensitive locations like Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
How do you approach accessibility in home design?
We integrate accessibility features like lifts and level access while maintaining aesthetic coherence, as demonstrated in our disability-adapted townhouse project.
Can you handle both contemporary and traditional styles?
Our portfolio shows equal proficiency in modern extensions to historic homes and traditional designs for new rural properties.
