Business Details
30 Years
experience
Chartered Landscape Architects in Wallingford
Established in 1996, Thirlwall Associates is a Chartered Landscape Architecture consultancy based in South Oxfordshire. Our practice collaborates with architects, engineers, planners, and other construction professionals while providing specialist sub-consultancy services to landscape architecture firms. We specialise in river restoration, flood alleviation, habitat creation, landscape planning, Building Information Modelling (BIM) for Landscape Architecture, and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDs). Our expertise extends to leveraging technology and social media within the construction sector.With over 25 years of experience, we have worked with diverse clients including the Environment Agency, National Lottery Heritage Fund, and Sustrans. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through our membership in the SME Climate Hub and our pledge to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2030 as part of the United Nations Race to Zero campaign. We have successfully delivered projects across the UK in commercial, residential, and public sectors, ranging from otter habitat creation to landscape schemes for major public buildings.
Services
Landscape Planning
River Restoration
Flood Alleviation
Habitat Creation
BIM for Landscape Architecture
Sustainable Urban Drainage
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in landscape architecture
- Our expertise includes flood alleviation and habitat creation
- We are committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2030
- We work with both public and private sector clients nationwide
- We utilise Building Information Modelling (BIM) for precision design
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI)
- SME Climate Hub
- United Nations Race to Zero
Services
River Restoration
Our river restoration services focus on rehabilitating natural watercourses to improve ecological health and reduce flood risks. We employ environmentally sensitive techniques to restore natural flow patterns and habitats. Our approach combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of fluvial processes to deliver sustainable solutions for public and private clients.
Flood Alleviation
We design comprehensive flood alleviation schemes that protect communities and infrastructure while maintaining environmental integrity. Our solutions integrate traditional engineering with natural flood management techniques. With extensive experience in major projects like the Colnbrook and Poyle Flood Alleviation Scheme, we deliver tailored protection strategies that meet regulatory requirements and community needs.
Habitat Creation
Our habitat creation services specialise in developing biodiverse ecosystems that support wildlife and enhance environmental value. We've successfully implemented projects like the Upper Thames Otter Habitat Project, demonstrating our ability to create functional ecosystems. Our approach combines ecological science with practical design to deliver habitats that meet specific conservation objectives.
Landscape Planning
We provide expert landscape planning services that address planning conditions and development requirements. Our team has extensive experience in major projects including commercial, residential, and public sector developments. We specialise in integrating landscape considerations into planning applications and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks while maintaining design integrity.
Sustainable Drainage
Our sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS) solutions manage surface water effectively while enhancing environmental quality. We design systems that mimic natural drainage patterns to reduce flood risks and improve water quality. Our expertise ensures compliance with current regulations while delivering multifunctional green infrastructure that adds value to developments.
People
Claire Thirlwall
Director
Claire founded Thirlwall Associates in 1996 after qualifying as a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute. With 25 years' experience, she has worked on diverse projects including the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Environment Agency. She chairs Constructing Excellence Berkshire and authored 'From Idea to Site' published by RIBA in 2020.
Questions
What areas do you cover for landscape architecture services?
We operate throughout the UK, working on projects in commercial, residential, and public sectors from our South Oxfordshire base.
What specialisms do you offer in landscape architecture?
We specialise in river restoration, flood alleviation, habitat creation, landscape planning, BIM for landscape architecture, and sustainable urban drainage systems.
How experienced is your team in flood management projects?
We have extensive experience including the Colnbrook and Poyle Flood Alleviation Scheme, with over 25 years' experience in flood risk management solutions.
What sustainability commitments do you have?
We're committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2030 through the SME Climate Hub and United Nations Race to Zero campaign.
