Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted RIBA Chartered Architects in Hertfordshire
Wakelin Associates Architects is a firm of RIBA Chartered Architects and Planners established in 1986. We specialise in providing architectural design, planning advice, and project management services across residential, commercial, educational, and conservation sectors. Our approach integrates planning and design from the outset to deliver imaginative, cost-effective solutions within regulatory constraints. With offices in Hertfordshire, we serve both public and private clients, including house builders, property companies, and private individuals. Our collaborative network includes professionals in acoustics, ecology, engineering, and heritage to ensure comprehensive project delivery.We focus on streamlining processes through early-stage planning, offering master planning, construction design, and full project management. Our expertise extends to Green Belt developments, Listed Buildings, and Conservation Areas. Clients benefit from our 40-year track record of combining creativity with technical precision. We prioritise personally directed service and maintain a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Our portfolio includes projects ranging from single dwellings to large estates and mixed-use schemes.
Services
Architectural Design
Planning Applications
Project Management
Conservation Works
Master Planning
Construction Design
Heritage Consultation
3D Visualisations
Development Appraisals
Public Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in architectural and planning services.
- Our integrated approach combines planning and design from project inception.
- We specialise in complex projects within Green Belt and Conservation Areas.
- Our network includes experts in heritage, ecology, and structural engineering.
- We provide personally directed service with a focus on client needs.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Architectural Design
We create tailored architectural solutions for residential and commercial projects. Our designs balance aesthetics, functionality, and regulatory compliance. Clients benefit from our expertise in new builds and refurbishments.
Planning Applications
Our team manages full planning submissions and consultations. We specialise in securing approvals for complex sites including Green Belt and Conservation Areas. Early-stage strategy ensures streamlined processes.
Conservation Works
We deliver sensitive renovations for Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas. Our approach preserves historical integrity while meeting modern requirements. Specialist partnerships ensure technical excellence.
Project Management
We oversee projects from concept to completion. Our services include budget control, contractor coordination, and quality assurance. Clients receive regular progress updates and transparent communication.
Master Planning
We create strategic plans for large-scale residential and mixed-use developments. Our masterplans consider infrastructure, sustainability, and community needs. We handle schemes up to 300-unit estates.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in?
We focus on Hertfordshire, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, and surrounding regions including Warwickshire and Kings Langley.
Do you handle conservation projects?
Yes, we specialise in works for Listed Buildings and within Conservation Areas with sensitive, compliant solutions.
What project sizes do you manage?
We handle projects from single dwellings to estates of up to 300 units and large commercial schemes.
How do you approach planning challenges?
We integrate planning and design early to address constraints, particularly in Green Belt and protected areas.
What additional services do you offer?
We provide 3D visualisations, public consultations, and coordinate specialists in ecology, engineering, and heritage.
