Matt Hamlett BSc, BArch

I have over 30 years experience in architecture, working both as a designer and a senior technical specialist.

In this time I have worked on a variety of projects ranging from shopping malls, atrium office developments, flatted residential developments, mansion house conversions, listed buildings, steading conversions, attic conversions, to private houses and extensions.

For the last few years I have run my own business, and have been able to pursue my work in a far more rewarding manner, dealing directly with clients, building relationships, offering a bespoke design service, tailor made to each individual client. In my experience, successful design is a matter of collaboration. It involves the client, the builder and the architect all working together, and begins with listening to the client’s needs.

Meeting people to discuss their aspirations, developing a design, and working as part of a team to deliver a building, can be exceptionally rewarding. Domestic buildings are where we spend the most time. Whether designing a house, refurbishing an old one, or converting one, you are affecting people’s lives.

In addition to my architectural work, I am a qualified tester of dwellings for air tightness, and have worked with Building Services Research and Information Association (BSRIA) gaining experience in commercial testing of buildings. I am also a member of AECB (The Association for Environment Conscious Building).