At Barker we provide a complete range of architectural services to the region of Essex. These services cover the outset of a project right up to post-completion assessments. Our team covers a vast range of professional skills and areas of expertise including sustainability, conservation, surveying and project management. This wide knowledge set allows a comprehensive and smooth project delivery.
As well as covering various professional skills, our team has extensive experience working in all of the major sectors of education, residential, ecclesiastical, conservation and commercial. Our team has mastered blending the creative minds of young designers with the tried and tested experience of more established professionals, producing innovative yet practical solutions.
We understand that getting the right balance between quality, design, and cost is essential for every project. We use the RIBA 2013 Plan of Work to help develop a strong management framework with clear project landmarks and goals.
Whether a project is contemporary or traditional, our team always aims to bring the highest standards of bespoke design. We maintain a high level of professional care across all types and sizes of projects from small extensions to large commercial developments.
Working together with our clients means that we can explore project options and test out ideas. We find that collaboration results in the most successful projects.
Our range of architectural services include:
Value: £1.1m
Location: Elmstead Market
Value: £350k
Location: Bocking, Essex
Value: 6.9million
Location: Highlands Boulevard, Leigh -On-Sea
Value: £750,000
Location: Corelli Road, London
Value: £2.2m
Location: Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Value: Circa £2.6 million
Location: Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Value: £2.7m
Location: Loughton, Essex
Richard Paynter
Partner | Architect
rpaynter@barker-associates.co.uk
01279 648086
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 leading an architectural team and has a broad knowledge of construction procurement.
Edwin has over 15 years extensive experience in delivering built environment and sustainability services across the planning, development and building occupation lifecycles of major public sector education and commercial estates.
As an Energy & Sustainability specialist with extensive knowledge of the public and education sectors, Edwin brings a wealth of experience to the Practice including Energy Policy & Strategy, Carbon Reduction & Energy Efficiency Measures, Project and Programme Management, BREEAM Accredited Professional, Sustainable Design Advisor and Energy Efficiency Project Funding Advice.
Colin joined Barker in 2017 as Senior Architectural Technologist. With over twenty years of experience, Colin assists with design development and close client consultation across a range of educational and residential projects. He specialises in BIM, Project Management, Contract Administration, Detailed Design, AutoCAD and Revit.
Craig is an enthusiastic and talented architectural designer with a strong track record of successfully completed projects in the education and residential sectors. In-depth exploration of design options and attention to detail are brought to all projects in close consultation with clients and design teams.
Harry is currently undertaking a part time BA(Hons) Architecture at London Metropolitan University. His strong skill in building physical and virtual models assists in the early conceptual design and visualisation of projects.
Juan is a registered 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.
Patrycja has a degree in Interior Architecture and Design, and a Masters Degree in Architecture. She specialises in creating bespoke solutions to achieve the right atmosphere and branding for each project, using a range of 2D and 3D software to produce creative drawings and visualisations and clearly communicate design proposals.
Rick is a very experienced architect with an extensive portfolio of work covering a broad range of public and private sector commissions, including schools, libraries, residential development, business units, hotels, heritage projects, master planning and even a climbing barn. His education portfolio includes a number of successful PFI secondary school projects, his design for The Lammas School in Leyton being featured in Building Bulletin 95 Schools for the Future.
Head Office
Majesty House, Avenue West, Skyline 120, Braintree, Essex CM77 7AA
Cambridge Office:
Unit 6, Stow Court, Stow Road, Stow-Cum-Quy, Cambridge, CB25 9AS
Tel: 01223 297251
London Office:
Office 111, 63 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8AA
Tel: 0203 912 7817
Birmingham Office:
4 The Cloisters,
12 George Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 1NP
Tel: 0121 450 9079
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