Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architects 4 You in Bedfordshire
Established in 1962, Architects 4 You is a distinguished architectural practice based in Bedfordshire, offering specialist expertise in modern and historic building design. Our team comprises RIBA Chartered Architects 4 You with over 30 years of experience, including conservation-accredited professionals with AABC and RIBA CA certifications. We specialise in house extensions, listed building alterations, church restoration, and conservation projects, combining technical precision with creative vision. Our process prioritises client collaboration, from initial consultation to on-site completion, ensuring compliance with planning and building regulations.With a proven track record in securing approvals for complex heritage projects, we deliver fixed-price contracts and detailed specifications to guarantee quality outcomes. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our PI insurance, membership of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC), and a portfolio spanning Grade I listed properties to contemporary residential developments.
Services
Architectural Services
House Extensions
Listed Building Projects
Church Restoration
Conservation Work
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- RIBA Chartered Architects 4 You with 35+ years of conservation expertise
- Fixed-price contracts with legal documentation for project certainty
- Specialist knowledge of listed building approvals and heritage projects
- End-to-end service from planning to on-site completion
- Accredited by AABC and IHBC for historic building conservation
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- AABC
- IHBC
What people say
Outstanding service
Extremely helpful
Successful planning applications
Attention to detail
High-quality results
Services
House Extensions
Specialist house extension design and project management in Bedfordshire. Our RIBA Chartered Architects 4 You provide full measured surveys, planning applications, building regulation drawings, and on-site supervision. We offer fixed-price contracts with vetted builders to ensure budget certainty. Services cover modern extensions, loft conversions, and garage transformations while maintaining structural integrity and compliance with local conservation requirements.
Listed Building Projects
Expertise in Grade I, II, and II* listed building alterations and restorations. Our AABC-accredited architects prepare detailed specifications and secure listed building consents. We specialise in sensitive repairs using traditional materials and methods, working closely with local authorities and craftsmen. Services include quinquennial inspections, repair schedules, and compliance with Historic England guidelines for both residential and ecclesiastical properties.
Church Restoration
Comprehensive church conservation and renovation services for diocesan clients. Our RIBA CA-accredited team conducts quinquennial inspections, prepares faculty applications, and manages restoration projects. We specialise in stonework repairs, roof replacements, and interior adaptations while preserving historical integrity. Services include detailed specifications for craftsmen and liaison with Diocesan Advisory Committees across multiple regions.
Conservation Work
Specialist conservation services for buildings in protected areas. Our IHBC-member architects provide heritage impact assessments, conservation management plans, and traditional construction techniques. We secure planning permissions for sensitive alterations in conservation areas, ensuring compliance with local authority requirements while maintaining architectural authenticity through material analysis and skilled craftsmanship.
Planning Applications
Full planning application support including feasibility studies, design development, and submission to local authorities. Our team prepares detailed CAD drawings, site analysis reports, and compliance documentation. With a 30-year track record, we specialise in securing approvals for complex projects in conservation areas and for listed buildings, ensuring alignment with national planning policies and local development frameworks.
People
Laurane Bubbins
Owner & Chartered Architect
Qualified RIBA Architect since 1992 with AABC and RIBA CA conservation accreditations. Specialises in listed buildings and church restoration. Joined Architects 4 You in 2000, becoming a partner. Holds PI insurance and has 32 years' experience in heritage projects across Bedfordshire.
Questions
Are you qualified architects for listed buildings?
Yes, we have RIBA Chartered Architects 4 You with AABC and RIBA CA conservation accreditations, specialising in Grade I, II, and II* listed properties since 1962.
Do you handle planning applications in conservation areas?
Yes, we prepare detailed planning drawings and secure approvals for projects in conservation areas, working closely with local authorities to ensure compliance.
Can you manage full building projects?
We offer fixed-price contracts with vetted builders, providing full project management from design to completion, including building regulation compliance.
Do you work on church restoration projects?
Yes, our conservation-accredited architects have completed numerous church repairs and renovations since 2000, including quinquennial inspections and faculty applications.
How long does the planning process take?
We typically secure planning permission within standard timescales, with listed building consent applications progressing concurrently where required.
Are you insured for architectural services?
Yes, we maintain full professional indemnity insurance as required by RIBA standards for all architectural and conservation projects.
