Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Wiltshire & Oxfordshire
BHP Harwood is an award-winning architecture and design practice established in 1993 through the merger of Harwood Group Practice and BHP Architects. Our approach combines intuitive design with a commitment to sustainability, delivering projects across residential, leisure, commercial, and retail sectors. We specialise in conservation, listed buildings, new-builds, and renovations, ensuring each project harmonises with its social, material, and cultural context. With offices in Box, Wiltshire, and Wantage, Oxfordshire, we prioritise client collaboration to create viable, elegant solutions that enhance environments and maximise investment returns.Our team of architects, technicians, and consultants brings decades of collective experience to every commission. We actively invest in community partnerships and foster a supportive workplace culture that values individual growth and work-life balance. Our reputation for excellence is built on a legacy of designing spaces that positively impact both people and places. We remain adaptable to cultural and technological changes while maintaining a focus on timeless architectural principles. Our work spans diverse scales and typologies, reflecting our versatility and dedication to innovative, context-driven design.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Design
Conservation Projects
Listed Building Work
New-Build Developments
Renovation Services
Urban Design
Sustainable Architecture
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Established in 1993 with a proven track record in diverse architectural sectors
- Specialise in conservation and listed building projects with sensitive design approaches
- Collaborate closely with clients to deliver context-driven, sustainable solutions
- Combine technical expertise with creative vision across multiple project scales
- Maintain a supportive workplace culture that prioritises team wellbeing and growth
What people say
Award-winning designs
Excellent client communication
Deep conservation expertise
Sustainable approach
Creative problem-solving
Services
Residential Architecture
We create bespoke residential spaces tailored to client needs while respecting local contexts. Our designs prioritise functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic quality across new-builds and renovations. Projects range from single dwellings to large-scale housing developments.
Conservation Projects
Specialising in historic building preservation, we balance modern requirements with traditional craftsmanship. Our team navigates complex planning regulations to maintain architectural integrity while enhancing usability. Services include condition assessments and sympathetic restoration programmes.
Commercial Design
We deliver innovative commercial environments that optimise operational efficiency and user experience. Our approach integrates brand identity with practical spatial planning for offices, retail units, and mixed-use developments. Sustainability and future adaptability remain central considerations.
Sustainable Architecture
Our sustainability expertise incorporates passive design strategies and low-carbon materials. We achieve energy-efficient buildings through careful orientation, natural ventilation systems, and renewable technology integration. This approach reduces environmental impact while lowering long-term operational costs.
Urban Design
We shape cohesive urban environments through masterplanning and public realm improvements. Our work connects architecture with infrastructure to create walkable, community-focused spaces. Projects address transportation links, green spaces, and mixed-use developments that foster social interaction.
People
Chris Harwood
Consultant
Co-founder with over 30 years' experience in architectural design and practice management. Specialises in strategic project direction and maintaining design excellence across complex commissions.
Bogdan Nedelkoff
Consultant
Co-founder bringing expertise in sustainable design principles and heritage conservation. Oversees technical delivery standards and mentors junior staff in best architectural practices.
Robin Needham
Partner
Key client liaison with specialist knowledge of commercial sector requirements. Leads multidisciplinary teams through planning approvals and construction phases for major developments.
Mihaela Mihaylova
Partner
Focuses on residential projects and urban regeneration schemes. Combines creative vision with practical construction knowledge to deliver award-winning housing solutions across Wiltshire and Oxfordshire.
Helen Loughran
Financial Manager
Manages all financial operations and business strategy implementation. Ensures commercial viability of projects while supporting the practice's long-term growth objectives.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential, commercial, and conservation projects including new-builds, renovations, and urban design schemes.
Do you work on listed building projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with listed buildings and heritage conservation across Wiltshire and Oxfordshire.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We use passive design strategies, natural materials, and renewable technologies to create energy-efficient, environmentally responsible buildings.
Which areas do you cover?
Based in Box and Wantage, we work across Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, and surrounding regions.
How do you manage complex planning requirements?
Our team has proven expertise navigating planning regulations, particularly for heritage sites and mixed-use developments.
