DECORATOR’S ADDRESS BOOK
In most cases, the foundation of a successful building project is finding the right architect – here is a list of practices to get you started
FEATURE AMY MOOREA WONG
ADAM ARCHITECTURE
Winchester/London Founded in 1986, Adam Architecture’s mission is to create the listed buildings of the future. Restoring, renovating or extending historic and protected properties, as well as designing new homes for the town and country, the practice combines the latest technology with a classical aesthetic, proving sustainability and the traditional aesthetic can complement each other. adamarchitecture.com
London 2014-founded Beasley Dickinson Architects takes a poetic approach to material, tactility, light and space, responding to individual contexts rather than owning a specific aesthetic. From contemporary builds to Grade II-listed updates and seaside holiday homes, each project is long lasting and sustainable. beasleydickson.com
Suffolk, East Anglia From sustainable homes to sensitive conversions, extensions to works on heritage buildings, 2008-established Beech Architects works on houses of every kind, focusing on playful, low-energy, contemporary designs that carefully relate to their environments. beecharchitects.com
BRADLEY VAN DER STRAETEN
London Known for ‘designing the unexpected’ since 2010, architecture and interior design studio Bradley Van Der Straeten specialises in homes that are intriguing and colourful. From extensions and historic and listed properties to new builds and interior design upgrades, every project is full of distinct character. b-vds.co.uk
COPPIN DOCKRAY
London Expert at designing new homes on sensitive sites and reimagining significant heritage buildings, 2012-founded Coppin Dockray works on houses created by the 20th century’s great architects. Bringing their pioneering structures back to life, the practice produces homes that are relevant, joyful and protected for the future. coppindockray.co.uk →
Hexham, Northumberland Working in rural and sensitive contexts including national parks, areas of outstanding natural beauty, the greenbelt, the open countryside and conservation areas, 2014-founded Elliott Architects is adept at creating meaningful designs that honour their bucolic backdrops, introducing a highly contemporary aesthetic to sensitive historic and pastoral settings. elliottarchitects.co.uk
