We see architecture as more than just creating buildings. It’s a careful balance of creativity, technical knowledge, and an understanding of how people use space.
As a RIBA Chartered Practice, we provide architectural design services that respond to the needs of contemporary construction while respecting the character of the places we work on.
Our team combines the experience of senior professionals with the fresh perspective of emerging designers. Together, they take projects from early feasibility and concept design through detailed drawings, planning and on-site delivery. This mix of experience and fresh thinking keeps ideas sharp while maintaining the rigour that successful projects demand.
Collaboration is central to our approach. As an integrated property consultancy, our architects work alongside structural and civil engineers, project managers, cost consultants, and other specialists to deliver efficient design solutions.
We are committed to shaping places that last, from high-rise architecture and new commercial developments to sensitive conservation work and education projects. Our vested interest in sustainable architecture runs through everything we do, helping clients make informed choices about performance, energy use, and long-term value.
We develop your needs into a brief, apply creative solutions and subject them to a rigorous design process. A feasibility study tests these options against the constraints of time, budget, regulations, and practicalities to establish the best way forward.
The process of conceptual design requires keen coordination between multiple departments. We converge inputs from our designers, engineers, cost managers and stakeholders to ensure the project captures your vision.
This critical phase transforms the design intent into a package ready for construction. Our designers, technicians and engineers work collaboratively to produce a comprehensive tender package. Our cost managers feed into the process to ensure budgets are maintained and appropriate procurement strategies are considered to help you achieve best value.
We combine our knowledge of the planning system with innovative design solutions to unravel complex planning issues and provide you with the best possible outcome. Working across all sectors and from individual buildings to large-scale regeneration our team has an outstanding track record of success.
We deliver our clients’ vision whilst honouring project constraints, such as scope, time and budget. We diligently plan, organise and manage each and every project from conception to completion. This is achieved by fully understanding your expectations, key requirements and the drivers of the project. We use the RIBA Plan of Work as the basis for developing a clear management framework and Project Execution Plans (PEPs) to formalise deliverables, milestones, roles and responsibilities.
Partner
Associate Partner Architect
Associate Conservation Architect
Partner
Richard is a Partner at Barker and leads the Architecture Department. He is dual-qualified as a chartered architect and professionally certified project manager with over twenty-five years’ experience in the public and private sectors.
A diverse portfolio of completed projects includes new school buildings, visitor centres, courthouses, commercial offices, and a variety of residential and mixed-use projects both in the UK and overseas. Richard led the development and managed Staffordshire County Council’s first strategic construction partnership after several years of leading an architectural team and has a broad knowledge of construction procurement.
Email: rpaynter@barker-associates.co.uk
Tel: 01279 648086
Associate Partner Architect
Sebastian has over 16 years of experience delivering high-end architectural design and managing complex development projects across the residential, high-rise, and large-scale sectors.
As an Associate Partner Architect at Barker, Sebastian brings extensive expertise in leading ambitious schemes. His portfolio features super-prime residential developments, large mixed-use towers, and luxury housing projects.
Sebastian’s key focus is to strengthen Barker’s architectural capability and support clients with a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary service that integrates design with our engineering and BIM expertise. He is also working towards being listed on the RIBA Principal Designer Register (General and High-Risk Buildings), underlining his commitment to excellence in managing complex, high-profile developments.
Email: sebastianpitman@barker-associates.co.uk
Tel: 01279 648 053
Associate Conservation Architect
Juan is a registered RIBA Conservation Architect who, through the years, has developed a particular interest in conservation projects. He has extensive experience working on residential, conservation, urban design, and community projects through all RIBA stages.
He is involved in all aspects of design, technical detailing and presentation. His technical knowledge and detailing skills are valuable assets to the team.
Our experience and vision have shaped hundreds of projects across sectors, from energy and funding to architecture and design, helping bring ideas to life.
