Business Details
27 Years
experience
Chartered Architects in Canterbury
Established in 1999, DRW Architects is a RIBA Chartered Practice with extensive expertise in residential and commercial architectural design. Our team delivers innovative solutions for luxury homes, housing schemes, and commercial developments across demanding locations. We specialise in listed building conversions, masterplanning, and technical design, adhering to ISO 9001 quality standards. Our portfolio includes projects for major developers like Bellway and Lloyds Banking Group, alongside bespoke domestic commissions. We provide end-to-end services from feasibility studies to contract administration, utilising 3-D visualisation and modern construction methods.Our masterplanning expertise unlocks site potential up to 35-acre developments, balancing sustainability with regulatory compliance. With experience in all procurement methods, we offer client representation, site management consultancy, and NHBC-approved technical specifications. Our team's market knowledge ensures optimal design solutions aligned with local and national planning policies. DRW Architects combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary materials, including thin bed joint blockwork detailing, to meet diverse client needs. Our ISO 9001-certified processes guarantee rigorous quality control across all project phases.
Services
Architectural Design
Masterplanning
Technical Design
Interior Design
3-D Visualisation
Project Management
Contract Administration
Development Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in architectural design and masterplanning
- Our team holds RIBA Chartered Practice accreditation
- We specialise in complex listed building conversions
- We offer ISO 9001-certified quality management systems
- Our portfolio includes projects for major developers like Bellway and Persimmon
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- ISO 9001
Services
Architectural Design
We create tailored architectural solutions for residential and commercial projects, from luxury homes to office developments. Our designs balance aesthetic appeal with functional requirements, adhering to planning regulations. Clients benefit from our 25+ years of experience in traditional and contemporary construction methods.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning service maximises development potential through feasibility studies and viability layouts. We analyse site constraints and opportunities, delivering sustainable solutions for developments up to 35 acres. This includes retail, housing, and commercial zoning aligned with local planning policies.
Technical Design
We produce detailed technical drawings and specifications for all construction types, including Code for Sustainable Housing Level 4 compliance. Our NBS specifications and Building Control submissions ensure precise execution of projects using materials like thin bed joint blockwork.
Project Management
We offer Prince2 methodology-based project management from initial programming to contract administration. Our services include client representation, statutory compliance advice, and coordination of consultants, ensuring projects meet quality and budget requirements through ISO 9001 processes.
3-D Visualisation
Using Sketch-up and AutoCAD, we create photorealistic 3-D images and walk-through animations. This helps clients visualise final outcomes before construction begins, covering architectural details, material selections, and spatial planning for residential and commercial schemes.
Questions
What architectural services do DRW Architects offer?
We provide architectural design, masterplanning, technical design, 3-D visualisation, project management, and contract administration for residential and commercial developments.
Do you handle listed building conversions?
Yes, we specialise in converting listed buildings into modern residential and commercial spaces while preserving historical integrity.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide with particular expertise in London, Canterbury, and Kent, handling projects from small sites to 35-acre developments.
Are you RIBA Chartered?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice with ISO 9001 certification for quality management systems.
Can you manage large-scale housing schemes?
We have extensive experience in housing schemes for developers like Bellway and Persimmon, including luxury homes and studio apartments in constrained locations.
Do you offer technical design services?
Yes, we produce technical drawings, NBS specifications, and Building Control submissions, including Code for Sustainable Housing Level 4 compliance.
