Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Kent
Established in 1991, Richard Meadley is a Kent-based architectural practice with over three decades of experience serving private clients across southern England. Our expertise spans residential extensions, new-build homes, Listed Building conservation, and sustainable design projects. We prioritise enhancing property values through efficient planning, aesthetic appeal, and functional design tailored to client needs. With specialist knowledge in historic structures and conservation areas, we deliver solutions that harmonise modern living with architectural heritage.Our portfolio includes award-winning conversions of barns, oasts, and granaries, alongside contemporary low-energy homes. We combine technical proficiency with creative vision to transform challenging sites into exceptional spaces. Our team maintains strong relationships with local authorities and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery. Client satisfaction remains central to our approach, with transparent communication and meticulous attention to detail throughout every project phase.
Services
Residential Extensions
New Build Homes
Listed Building Work
Sustainable Design
Barn Conversions
Office Developments
Conservation Projects
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Established practice with 30+ years of regional architectural expertise
- Specialists in Listed Building and Conservation Area projects
- Proven track record in sustainable low-energy home design
- Experienced team with strong local authority relationships
- Award-winning conversions of historic agricultural buildings
Services
Residential Extensions
Design and planning of property extensions that enhance living space while maintaining architectural integrity. Specialising in seamless integration with historic structures and modern energy-efficient solutions. Our team manages projects from concept through to completion, ensuring compliance with conservation regulations where applicable.
Listed Building Work
Expert conservation and adaptation of Grade II Listed properties, balancing preservation requirements with contemporary living needs. We navigate complex planning constraints to deliver sensitive yet functional upgrades for historic country houses, barns, and agricultural buildings.
Sustainable Design
Creation of low-energy homes incorporating renewable technologies like biomass boilers and solar panels. Our designs optimise natural light, thermal efficiency, and sustainable materials to achieve modern comfort standards while minimising environmental impact across Kent and Sussex.
Barn Conversions
Specialist conversion of historic barns and oast houses into contemporary living spaces. We preserve original features while introducing modern amenities, with expertise in structural reinforcement and meeting residential building regulations for repurposed agricultural buildings.
Office Developments
Design of multi-storey office buildings in conservation areas and transport-adjacent locations. Our approach balances functional workspace requirements with aesthetic integration into historic settings, as demonstrated by projects in Tunbridge Wells and Staines.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential extensions, new-build homes, Listed Building conservation, sustainable design, barn conversions, and office developments across southern UK.
How experienced are your architects with historic buildings?
With 30+ years' experience, we have completed numerous Grade II Listed property projects including country house extensions and oast conversions.
Do you handle planning applications in conservation areas?
Yes, we have extensive experience securing planning approvals in sensitive conservation areas across Kent and Sussex.
Can you incorporate eco-friendly features into projects?
Absolutely - we integrate low-energy solutions like biomass boilers, photovoltaic panels, and high-performance insulation in new builds.
What regions do you operate in?
Primarily Kent and surrounding counties, with completed projects in Jersey, Tunbridge Wells, and Staines.
