Bench Architects

Our understanding of historic buildings and their context is paramount. We work with a network of craftsmen and contractors, whose traditional building skills are integral to the fine repair and conservation of historic structures. We use our expertise to assess the significance and value of each historic building element. It is this comprehensive research and attention to detail that accounts for our growing reputation for securing Planning and Listed Building Consents and completing complex projects, often where others have failed.
The practice designs contemporary structures within the historic environment, including Visitor Centres, subterranean swimming pools and ‘exceptional quality’ new and reconstructed National Planning Policy Framework Paragraph 55 Country Houses.
Established in 1997, the members of our practice offer consultancy and full project management from parish churches, country houses to industrial archaeology and commercial properties. We draw on a professional team of Planners, Archaeologists, Historians, Conservators, Heritage and Tourism Consultants, Quantity and Land Surveyors, Structural and Environmental Engineers to suit the economic and architectural requirements of our clients.