Business Details
15 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Services in Walltdingford
Established in 2011, we are a Walltdingford-based architectural practice offering comprehensive design and project management services across the UK, Europe, and Africa. Our expertise spans historic building conservation, modern architecture, and residential and commercial projects, supported by over four decades of combined experience. We specialise in transforming conceptual ideas into functional, aesthetically pleasing designs while managing planning applications and construction processes to meet deadlines and budgets. Our team, led by director Lee Langton, brings international experience from Southern Africa and the UK, including academic roles and award-winning projects. We prioritise client collaboration, attention to detail, and innovative use of materials like glass, metal, and timber.Our portfolio includes revitalising historic structures while integrating contemporary elements, ensuring each project maintains its cultural ethos. We have successfully completed time-sensitive developments, such as a pre-fabricated winery in Buckinghamshire, demonstrating our adaptability and technical proficiency. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by recognition in the Premier Trophy Awards 2013 for Caversham House renovations. We maintain transparency through progress updates on social media and provide free initial consultations to demystify architectural processes. Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with modern methodologies to deliver holistic design solutions tailored to client needs.
Services
Concept Design
Historic Building Conservation
Project Management
Modern Architecture
Residential Extensions
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of combined architectural experience across three continents
- Our team manages projects from concept to completion with budget control
- We specialise in both historic conservation and modern architectural solutions
- Our UK-based team delivers projects nationwide including time-sensitive builds
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design methodologies
Services
Concept Design
We transform initial ideas into detailed architectural designs through collaborative client engagement. Our process ensures functional spaces meet aesthetic requirements while adhering to planning regulations. With expertise in both traditional and contemporary styles, we create tailored solutions for residential and commercial projects across the UK.
Historic Building Conservation
Specialising in preserving historic structures while integrating modern functionality. Our approach maintains architectural integrity through careful material selection and traditional craftsmanship. We navigate strict conservation guidelines to ensure projects like Caversham House retain cultural significance while meeting contemporary standards.
Project Management
We coordinate all aspects of construction from planning approval to completion. Our team ensures timely delivery and budget compliance while managing contractors and quality control. This service covers residential, commercial, and time-sensitive developments like the Buckinghamshire winery project completed in three months.
Modern Architecture
Creating innovative spaces using glass, metal, and timber fabrication techniques. Our modern designs balance aesthetics with practicality, as demonstrated in Caversham Park's operations room redesign featuring light diffusers and multi-level layouts. We specialise in transforming traditional buildings into functional modern spaces.
Residential Extensions
We design and manage extensions that enhance living spaces while preserving property character. Recent projects include double-storey additions, kitchen-dining transformations, and accessibility improvements. Our approach maintains original architectural features while introducing modern elements like vaulted ceilings and natural lighting solutions.
People
Lee Langton
Co-founder and Director
Director with 40 years' experience in architecture and design. Qualified at Norfolk Institute of Design, former lecturer at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, and ran Cape Town architecture firm. Specialises in combining function with aesthetics across commercial, residential, and conservation projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide concept design, historic conservation, modern architecture, project management, and residential extensions across the UK, Europe, and Africa.
How much experience do you have?
Our team has 40 years' combined experience, including international projects in Southern Africa and award-winning UK developments like Caversham House.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate from Wallingford covering the UK, with project experience in Europe and Africa, including time-sensitive builds completed within three months.
What's your design approach?
We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern materials like glass and timber, ensuring functional spaces maintain architectural integrity and client vision.
How do you manage projects?
We handle planning applications, contractor coordination, and budget control from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery of residential and commercial projects.
