Business Details
Expert Architectural Services in Newbury
Gotelee Orchard Lisle has established itself as a design-led architectural practice committed to exceeding client expectations through creativity, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach. Over the past 18 months, we have strengthened our capabilities through a strategic collaboration with Morse Webb, a practice renowned for its high-quality design and expertise in the independent education sector. Our combined team of eleven architects and supporting staff brings a wealth of experience in both historic and contemporary projects, ensuring tailored solutions for clients across residential, educational, and commercial sectors. As RIBA Chartered Practitioners, we adhere to the highest standards of design, management, and client service, guided by the 2013 RIBA Plan of Work. Our approach prioritises active listening to client needs, integrating cost management from the earliest stages, and delivering projects on time and within budget.Sustainability is embedded in our design philosophy, focusing on energy efficiency, natural daylighting, and material reuse to reduce environmental impact. We act as lead consultants and project managers, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project delivery. Our portfolio demonstrates our ability to balance bold contemporary designs with sensitive restoration of listed buildings. Client satisfaction remains central to our ethos, reflected in the majority of our projects originating from repeat clients. With offices in Newbury and Bramley, we serve clients across the UK, combining local knowledge with national expertise.
Services
Architecture & Design
Masterplanning
Project Management
Sustainability
RIBA Plan of Work
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of combined experience through our collaboration with Morse Webb Architects.
- Our team specialises in residential and educational architecture with a focus on sustainability.
- We act as RIBA-accredited project managers for seamless delivery from concept to completion.
- Our designs integrate energy efficiency and heritage conservation expertise.
- We guarantee transparent cost management from initial sketch to project handover.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Architecture & Design
Our architectural design service combines creative vision with technical precision to deliver bespoke solutions. We specialise in new-build projects, listed building renovations, and sensitive extensions. By prioritising client collaboration and site-specific considerations, we create spaces that balance aesthetic appeal with functional efficiency. Our RIBA-accredited team ensures compliance with industry standards while pushing design boundaries.
Masterplanning
We develop comprehensive masterplans addressing short, medium, and long-term development goals. Our approach integrates physical, financial, and political factors to create structured frameworks for growth. By aligning architectural vision with business objectives, we help clients transform complex sites into cohesive, future-ready environments while maintaining budgetary control.
Project Management
As lead consultants, we coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. Our RIBA-accredited project managers maintain oversight from inception to handover, implementing rigorous quality control measures. We specialise in educational sector projects, balancing strict budgetary constraints with the need for durable, functional spaces.
Sustainability
Sustainability is embedded in every design decision, focusing on energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact. We employ passive design strategies including natural ventilation, daylight optimisation, and high-performance insulation. Our approach avoids 'greenwashing' by prioritising practical solutions that deliver measurable energy savings and long-term cost benefits for building occupants.
Health & Safety
We provide expert CDM 2015 regulation compliance as Principal Designers. Our services include risk assessment, safety coordination, and client advisory on duty-holder responsibilities. Through early planning and team collaboration, we ensure safe working environments while maintaining project efficiency and budgetary control.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential and educational architecture, masterplanning, and sustainable design. Our expertise includes listed building renovations, new-build projects, and energy-efficient solutions.
How does your project management process work?
We act as lead consultants, coordinating multidisciplinary teams using the RIBA Plan of Work framework. Our process includes budget control, timeline management, and quality assurance from concept to completion.
Are you RIBA accredited?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice with architects registered with the Architects Registration Board, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We focus on passive design strategies including natural daylighting, ventilation, and high insulation standards. Our approach avoids unnecessary technology, prioritising practical energy-saving solutions.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Newbury, we serve clients across the UK with projects in Berkshire, Hampshire, Oxfordshire, and beyond, combining local knowledge with national expertise.
Can you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in sensitive renovations and extensions of listed buildings, balancing heritage conservation with modern functional requirements.
