Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in London
Established in 1984, Smith Brooke Architects is a respected architectural practice with over four decades of experience in residential, heritage, and commercial projects. Our team of 12 skilled architects works across the UK and internationally, delivering tailored design solutions for private clients, developers, and institutional partners. With a focus on practicality, contemporary aesthetics, and environmental harmony, we handle projects ranging from small extensions to large-scale commercial developments. Our practice is chartered by the Royal Institute of British Architects and registered with the Architects Registration Board, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards. We pride ourselves on maintaining long-term client relationships, supported by a hands-on approach where both founding partners remain directly involved in all projects.The practice has completed over 2,500 schemes, including notable work on historic buildings, new residential developments, and regeneration projects in Scotland and Wales. Our family-run ethos extends to training the next generation of architects, with four family members now working alongside the founding partners. We offer comprehensive services encompassing architectural design, interior planning, landscaping, and furniture design. Our London-based team brings deep local knowledge to projects across the citys boroughs while maintaining a strong national and international presence. This combination of heritage expertise, modern design sensibility, and client-focused service has established us as a trusted name in the architectural profession.
Services
Residential Architecture
Heritage Projects
Commercial Architecture
Interior Design
Landscaping Services
Furniture Design
Regeneration Projects
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years' experience in residential, heritage and commercial architecture
- Our practice is chartered by the Royal Institute of British Architects
- We maintain direct involvement from founding partners in all projects
- Our comprehensive service covers architecture, interiors, landscaping and furniture design
- We have completed over 2,500 projects across the UK and internationally
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects
- Architects Registration Board
Services
Residential Architecture
Our residential architecture service specialises in creating bespoke living spaces that combine contemporary aesthetics with practical functionality. From complete new builds to sensitive renovations, we work with private clients and developers across London and the UK. Our approach considers both individual needs and environmental context, delivering homes that stand the test of time.
Heritage Projects
We specialise in preserving architectural heritage through expert restoration and adaptive reuse of listed buildings. Our team has extensive experience navigating complex planning processes for historic structures across the UK. This includes conservation work on landmark properties and integrating modern requirements with traditional craftsmanship in sensitive environments.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture service creates functional, visually striking work environments for modern businesses. This includes office developments, retail spaces, and mixed-use schemes across London and the UK. We focus on balancing commercial viability with design excellence, ensuring spaces that enhance productivity and brand identity while meeting planning requirements.
Interior Design
We offer comprehensive interior design solutions that complement our architectural projects. Specialising in residential and commercial interiors, our service covers everything from spatial layout to bespoke joinery and lighting design. Our approach ensures seamless integration between interior spaces and the overall architectural vision, creating cohesive, functional environments.
Regeneration Projects
Our regeneration work focuses on revitalising communities through strategic architectural interventions. This includes transforming historic sites like the Llechwedd slate quarry into tourism destinations and developing mixed-use schemes that create employment opportunities. We balance economic viability with social benefit, delivering projects that breathe new life into underutilised areas while respecting their heritage.
People
Simon Smith
Founding Partner
London-based architect with extensive experience in residential projects and local authority engagement. Co-founder of Smith Brooke Architects since 1983, he maintains direct involvement in key projects and client relationships.
Michael Brooke
Founding Partner
Specialist in listed buildings and complex planning schemes with over 2,000 completed projects. Co-founder of the practice and key figure in international regeneration projects including the Luss Estate in Scotland.
Lucy Brooke
Director
Qualified architect with specialist expertise in internal layouts and joinery design. Joined the family practice in 2015 and became a Director in 2020, bringing experience from Grimshaw Architects and NAEF charity projects.
Will Smith
Director
Director specialising in complex residential extensions and large-scale projects. Qualified in 2015 with prior experience at Assael Architecture, now focusing on innovative solutions for challenging planning requirements in London.
Alex Yazdi
Director
Director with expertise in high-end residential design, covering refurbishment to new builds. Combines architectural practice with creative arts background to deliver detailed, context-sensitive solutions that prioritise client needs and site-specific characteristics.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services including residential design, heritage building conservation, commercial projects, interior design, landscaping, and regeneration schemes.
Where do you operate?
Based in London, we work across the UK and internationally with completed projects in Scotland, Wales, and Ethiopia.
How long have you been in practice?
Established in 1984, Smith Brooke Architects has over 40 years' experience in architectural design and planning.
Are you qualified professionals?
All our architects are registered with the Architects Registration Board and we are a Royal Institute of British Architects chartered practice.
Do you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we specialise in listed buildings with significant expertise in navigating complex planning processes for heritage structures.
Can you manage large-scale developments?
Our team has extensive experience managing large residential and commercial projects, including complex regeneration schemes.
