Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Somerset
Established in 2010, Della Valle Architects is a RIBA Chartered Practice based in Shepton Mallet, Somerset. Our team of fully qualified architects and technicians brings decades of combined experience across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We specialise in new build and refurbishment projects, prioritising design innovation, sustainability, and client collaboration. Our RIBA-endorsed status reflects our commitment to quality assurance, business management, and client service excellence. With expertise in planning applications, building regulations, and contract administration, we deliver tailored solutions that align with individual client briefs and budgets.Our portfolio includes listed buildings, eco-houses, educational facilities, and commercial developments. We maintain direct communication with local authorities and specialist consultants to ensure robust project justifications. As Principal Designers under CDM regulations, we prepare health and safety documentation to support safe construction practices. Our approach combines technical precision with creative flair, ensuring every project realises the client's vision while respecting site context and local planning policies.
Services
New Build Projects
Refurbishment Projects
Measured Surveys
Planning Applications
Building Regulations Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- RIBA Chartered Practice with quality-assured processes
- Team includes ARB-registered architects and RIBA members
- Tailored solutions for listed buildings and sensitive sites
- Expertise in CDM regulations and building compliance
- Direct client collaboration from concept to completion
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
Services
New Build Projects
We design and deliver custom new build projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Our approach integrates architectural innovation with practical construction solutions. Projects range from single dwellings to large-scale developments, always adhering to planning regulations and client specifications.
Refurbishment Projects
Specialising in property upgrades and heritage building conversions, we balance modern functionality with historical preservation. Our team manages extensions, internal reconfigurations, and adaptive reuse of traditional structures while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Measured Surveys
We conduct detailed property and land surveys to inform planning applications. For complex sites, we collaborate with specialist surveyors to produce accurate topographical data, boundary definitions, and existing condition assessments essential for project design.
Planning Applications
Our services include preparing 3D proposal drawings and negotiating with local authorities for planning approvals. We coordinate with consultants for drainage, landscape, and heritage aspects to create compelling justifications for complex developments.
Building Regulations Compliance
We produce detailed technical drawings and specifications to meet statutory requirements. As Principal Designers under CDM regulations, we prepare health and safety documentation and provide contract administration services during construction phases.
People
Francesco Della Valle
Director and Architect
Qualified architect (ARB/RIBA) with 20+ years' experience. Founded practice in 2010 after working at Bristol, Chippenham, and Somerset firms. Oversees projects from consultation to completion.
Nicola Della Valle
Director and Office Manager
Co-director with PhD in Immunology. Manages business operations and property development aspects. Has been integral to practice management since its 2010 establishment.
Richard Rowntree
Associate Architect
Qualified architect since 2017. Joined practice in 2014 after working at Bath, Bristol, and Chippenham firms. Specialises in residential and commercial developments across RIBA stages.
Will Thomas
Architect
Qualified in 2021 with experience in residential, hotel, and leisure sectors. Expertise in RIBA stages 1-7, including sensitive site developments and Passivhaus principles.
Dan Keywood
Architectural Technician
15 years' experience in architectural technology. Specialises in listed buildings and agricultural conversions. Holds BA(Hons) in Architectural Technology from Bristol UWE (2007).
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide new build design, refurbishment projects, measured surveys, planning applications, and building regulations compliance across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Are you a RIBA Chartered Practice?
Yes, we are one of the few RIBA Chartered Practices in Somerset, meeting their quality assurance standards for client service and business management.
What project types do you specialise in?
We handle residential developments, listed building conversions, commercial refurbishments, educational facilities, and industrial projects with tailored architectural solutions.
How does your design process work?
We begin with client consultation to understand requirements, followed by concept design, planning submissions, technical drawings, and construction phase support.
Can you assist with listed building projects?
Yes, our team has specific expertise in listed buildings and traditional farm conversions, balancing heritage preservation with modern functionality.
