Business Details
31 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Malton
Bramhall Blenkharn Leonard has been designing award-winning buildings for over 30 years, specialising in challenging and sensitive environments. Founded in 1995, the practice combines creative boundary-pushing with a deep respect for context, resulting in architecture that inspires, endures, and belongs. Based in Malton, North Yorkshire, the team prioritises listening to clients, understanding briefs, and creating individually tailored buildings that reflect both client needs and their surroundings.Recognised for excellence in conservation and modern design, the practice has earned accolades including York Design Awards and LABC Regional Awards. With expertise in listed buildings, private estates, and contemporary residential projects, the firm demonstrates extensive technical knowledge and a commitment to sustainable, contextually responsive architecture.
Services
Contemporary Residential Design
Country House Architecture
Private Estate Planning
Heritage Conservation
Conservation Area Projects
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in sensitive and historic environments
- Our team includes RIBA-accredited architects with conservation expertise
- We combine BIMx technology with traditional architectural principles
- We maintain a 95% planning approval success rate in conservation areas
- Our designs have won multiple regional and national architectural awards
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects
What people say
Excellent at responding quickly
Creative problem-solving
Award-winning eco-house design
Deep understanding of planning
Collaborative rather than stressful
Services
Contemporary Residential Design
Creating innovative modern residences that respond to site-specific challenges while maintaining environmental harmony. Our designs prioritise natural light, sustainable materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor connections. Each project balances client aspirations with practical considerations for enduring functionality.
Heritage Conservation
Specialist conservation work preserving architectural heritage through meticulous research and sensitive interventions. We employ traditional craftsmanship while integrating modern requirements, ensuring historic buildings remain functional for future generations. Our team has extensive listed building experience.
Private Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning services covering main houses, ancillary buildings, and landscape integration. We create cohesive architectural solutions that respect estate character while meeting contemporary living needs through carefully considered spatial planning.
Conservation Area Projects
Expertise in navigating conservation area regulations to deliver contextually appropriate developments. Our approach combines thorough policy understanding with creative design solutions that enhance rather than detract from protected environments.
Country House Architecture
Designing elegant rural residences that respond to Yorkshire's landscape traditions. We create homes that balance classical proportions with modern functionality, using locally sourced materials to ensure buildings complement their natural surroundings.
People
Mark Bramhall
Consultant
RIBA chartered architect with over 30 years' experience, specialising in listed building conservation. Former Foster + Partners project director, now advising on complex heritage projects across Yorkshire.
Oliver Leonard
Director
Director with expertise in challenging site solutions, combining modern design with environmental sensitivity. Leads projects requiring innovative approaches to planning constraints and technical detailing.
Issa Bensalem
Director
Director focusing on environmentally responsible architecture, with experience in both historic and contemporary projects. Emphasises collaborative client relationships to achieve bespoke, lasting solutions.
Josh Lockwood
Project Architect
Project architect specialising in heritage projects, with technical expertise in working with existing structures. Applies BIMx technology to ensure precise delivery of complex conservation schemes.
Tom Brunyard
Project Architect
Architect with particular interest in bespoke residential design and listed building restoration. Combines modern functionality with traditional craftsmanship to create contextually sensitive solutions.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in contemporary residential design, country house architecture, private estate planning, and heritage conservation projects.
Do you work outside North Yorkshire?
While based in North Yorkshire, we undertake projects across the UK, particularly in heritage and conservation areas.
How do you handle planning challenges?
We have a 95% success rate in conservation area planning, using our deep understanding of local policies and technical expertise.
Can you work with listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience in listed building conservation and adaptive reuse projects across Yorkshire.
What technology do you use?
We employ BIMx for 3D visualisation alongside traditional architectural techniques to ensure comprehensive project understanding.
