Architects in Cheltenham, the Cotswolds & Gloucestershire

Contemporary Residential Architecture | New Homes | Extensions & Renovations

Lewis Critchley Architects is a RIBA Chartered architectural practice specialising in contemporary residential architecture across Cheltenham, the Cotswolds and Gloucestershire.

We design distinctive new homes, extensions and renovations that combine creative design, natural light and carefully considered spaces. From initial concepts and planning permission through to construction, we create individual homes tailored to their owners and surroundings.

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Contemporary Residential Architecture

Great architecture begins with understanding how you want to live.

Our personal, design-led approach combines creativity, technical expertise and attention to detail to create contemporary homes that are beautiful, practical and thoughtfully connected to their surroundings.

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New-Build House Architects

We design bespoke contemporary homes, replacement dwellings and residential developments, creating individual architecture that responds to each site and landscape.

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House Extensions & Renovations

From contemporary extensions to complete home transformations, we create beautiful, functional living spaces that maximise natural light and connect indoors with outdoors.

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Contemporary Cotswold Architecture

We design modern homes that respond sensitively to the Cotswolds landscape, combining contemporary architecture with local character and natural materials.

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Featured Architectural Projects

Explore our portfolio of contemporary new-build homes, house extensions and residential renovations across Cheltenham, the Cotswolds and Gloucestershire.

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Why Choose Lewis Critchley Architects?

Led by Lewis Critchley, with over 20 years of architectural experience, our RIBA Chartered practice offers a personal and considered approach to residential design.

We guide clients through concept design, planning applications, technical design and construction, creating distinctive homes designed around the way you live.

Architects Serving Cheltenham, the Cotswolds & Gloucestershire

We work with homeowners, landowners and developers throughout Cheltenham, the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.

Our expertise includes bespoke new homes, replacement dwellings, house extensions, renovations and residential planning applications.

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Planning a new home, extension or renovation in Cheltenham, the Cotswolds or Gloucestershire?

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Consultation
Cleeve Hill Near Cheltenham Views - Lewis Critchley Architects
This is also the beginning of a working relationship with the practice, so an opportunity for you to ask any questions or raise any concerns about the process ahead. Most importantly, it is to discuss the brief or help you to formulate one that addresses your needs.
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Concept
Black & White Architecture - Lewis Critchley Architects
Initial concept designs are developed, and once signed off by you, are formulated into a comprehensive planning application. Lewis Critchley Architects will then submit this to the relevant local council on your behalf and monitor the application with the relevant case officer.
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Planning
Architecture Plans - Lewis Critchley Architects
​Planning application decisions take a minimum of eight weeks to process once validated by the council. There is an external council fee for planning submissions, which ranges from £206 for an extension to £462 for a new build. This is an independent, unbiased process undertaken by either the local planning department or, if necessary, the local planning committee.
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Construction
Architectural Work In Progress - Lewis Critchley Architects
Starting work on site is a really exciting milestone for any project, whether it’s a renovation or a new build. We enjoy working closely with contractors to ensure the design concept is executed with precision and any snagging issues on site are ironed out quickly.
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Inspirational and innovative design-led architecture

Lewis is at the top of his game. Very creative with his ideas and a great project manager too.

Michael Charnley-Heaton

We have found Lewis very approachable and always there on the end of an email/phone when needed . Some of Lewis designs / ideas which we weren’t going to go with , we are so glad we followed his lead definitely has an eye for design. Would definitely use again on another project.

Julie Wheeler

They truly have a gift for transforming spaces into something extraordinary. I highly recommend this architect for anyone looking to bring their architectural dreams to life.

Huw Thomas

We listen to our clients in order to truly understand