Career & Experience

1990–1998 | Roy A Geden RIBA – Chartered Architects

I began my career with Roy A Geden RIBA, initially joining as a junior and progressing through in-house training and day-release college study to become a fully qualified architectural technician and job runner.

I was fortunate to spend eight years with an excellent team, gaining experience across a diverse range of sectors, including residential projects, commercial buildings, listed buildings, conversions, housing association developments, developer housing, educational buildings and religious buildings.

1998–2000 | Alan Johnson Associates

Working as a job runner on commercial projects, I was involved in large-scale, high-value schemes, including projects at Birmingham University, Birmingham Airport and HMRC offices.

2000–2001 | Piper Developments

Appointed Group Architectural Lead, I was responsible for taking planning-approved developments through the technical design and approval process towards construction.

This role was particularly influential in developing my understanding of the relationship between design, technical delivery, commercial considerations and the practical requirements of property developers.

2001–2003 | ADS Architectural Design Solutions Ltd

I established and ran my own architectural practice, undertaking a range of residential development and conversion projects.

Projects included the conversion of 48 apartments within listed buildings at Gloucester Docks, together with substantial residential conversion and new-build developments in central Birmingham, Shrewsbury and Nottingham.

I provided a complete service, from measured surveys and planning applications through to Building Regulations, working drawings and construction information.

2003–Present | Hampton Architecture Ltd

I established Hampton Architecture in 2003 and have spent more than 23 years running the practice as a CIAT Chartered Architectural Practice.

The practice has primarily undertaken residential projects, including alterations, extensions, conversions and one-off new-build houses, with project values ranging from approximately £50,000 to £3 million.

My role has covered every aspect of running and delivering projects: client liaison, fee proposals, surveys, design development, planning applications, Building Regulations, technical and working drawings, tender information and, where appointed, contract administration under JCT and RIBA building contracts.

I have personally delivered every project on behalf of the practice, providing direct involvement from the earliest design stages through to construction and completion.

Additional Experience | Consultancy & Property Development

Alongside my architectural practice work, I have undertaken project-based technical commissions for other architectural practices throughout the UK and Channel Islands, providing planning, Building Regulations and tender drawing packages.

I have also undertaken a design team lead role on behalf of another practice to deliver an 80-apartment development in central Birmingham.

Between 2001 and 2020, I was actively involved in my own small scale property development and construction projects, gaining first-hand experience of site establishment, procurement, subcontractor management and the practical realities of building work.

This combination of architectural, technical, commercial and construction experience continues to inform my approach to every project.

Services

I provide flexible architectural and technical services to architectural practices and property professionals. Individual work packages can be tailored to suit the project, the existing design team and the level of support required.

Measured Building Surveys

Site visits and measured surveys to establish existing building information, providing accurate survey drawings as a basis for design development and subsequent project stages.

Feasibility & Concept Design

Initial design studies, sketch schemes and feasibility drawings to explore development potential, establish design options and assist with early project decisions.

Planning Drawing Packages

Preparation of planning drawings and supporting architectural information for householder, residential development and other appropriate planning applications.

Building Regulations Drawings & Specifications

Detailed technical drawing packages developed from planning-approved schemes or existing design information, including plans, sections, elevations, construction details and supporting specification notes.

Technical & Tender Packages

More comprehensive working drawing and technical information packages to assist with tendering, contractor pricing and construction. This can include detailed junctions, construction details, schedules and coordination of available technical information.

Working With Me

I understand the demands placed on architectural practices and the importance of providing reliable technical support that fits into existing project teams.

My approach is straightforward:

• Experienced involvement: More than 35 years working across architectural design, technical development and construction.

• Flexible support: Individual project packages or ongoing assistance, depending on your requirements.

• Confidentiality: Working discreetly behind the scenes, with your practice retaining the client relationship.

• Direct involvement: You deal with me personally throughout the commission.

• Clear fees and scope: Agreed work packages, deliverables and fees before work commences.

• Reliable delivery: A practical approach to programming, communication and meeting agreed deadlines.

I have more than 25 years' experience using AutoCAD, together with extensive experience of SketchUp Pro and hand-drawn architectural drawings and sketches.

I bring a combination of technical experience, practical understanding and communication skills, allowing me to add value quickly to a design team or project. I am accustomed to integrating with practices and teams of different sizes, adapting to their working methods and helping move projects forward..

Examples of my work are available elsewhere on this website. I am also happy to provide further relevant examples and discuss previous project experience in confidence.