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Tholos Architects is an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice championing sustainable, high-quality architecture.
With extensive experience in commercial, residential, and publicly accessible spaces, our expertise is now expanding to include small and medium-sized public sector projects. We specialize in creating functional, efficient, and wellness-focused environments, integrating sustainability and regenerative design principles into every project.
Our team has successfully navigated complex planning approvals, liaising with local authorities, planning departments, building control bodies, landlords, and agents, making us well-equipped to meet the demands of public sector projects.
What We Do
We provide comprehensive architectural services that align with public sector priorities, including:
Publicly Accessible & Commercial Spaces
Reception lobbies, hotels, restaurants, and offices designed for efficiency and user experience.
Residential & Mixed-Use Developments
Affordable housing, multi-flat conversions, and new builds that balance sustainability, cost, and design quality.
Urban & Regenerative Design
Improving public spaces with a focus on long-term environmental and community benefits.
Sustainability & Wellness-Focused Architecture
Fabric-first design, energy-efficient systems, and biophilic principles to enhance indoor quality.
Planning & Regulatory Expertise
Proven success in securing approvals for complex projects through negotiation and strategic design.
Proven Expertise & Planning Success
While Tholos Architects is expanding into public sector work, our team brings a track record of securing planning approvals for challenging projects:
Lewisham Council (2024) – Conversion of two houses into 6 flats, overcoming local planning challenges.
Nottingham City Council (2023) – Doubling the size of a detached house on a city fringe site, navigating urban density constraints.
Bromley Council (2021) – Replacement of a detached house with a block of 6 flats, balancing community concerns and housing needs.
Compliance & Procurement Readiness
Tholos Architects is fully committed to meeting public sector compliance and procurement standards:
RIBA Chartered Practice
Adhering to RIBA guidelines and UK Building Regulations.
BIM Level 2 & ISO9001 Training
Ensuring industry best practices for efficient project delivery.
CCS Registration - Upcoming
Streamlining procurement processes for public sector clients.
Sustainability Standards
Fabric-first approach, energy-efficient designs, and responsible material sourcing.
Why Choose Tholos Architects?
- Expertise in sustainable and wellness-focused design, ensuring public sector projects promote user well-being.
- Strong track record in planning approvals, demonstrating our ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
- A highly adaptable team of Chartered Architects, supported by specialist consultants in planning, energy efficiency, carbon footprint & sustainability, heating & ventilation, quantity surveying, and structural & civil engineering.
- Recognized design excellence, including the Green Apple Award for Beautiful Buildings (2022).
Tholos Architects is ready to apply its expertise to a broad range of public sector projects, ensuring high-quality, sustainable, and cost-effective outcomes. Our team is adaptable, and we are committed to growing in this space by delivering projects that meet both public needs and long-term environmental goals.
Contact us at hello@tholos-architects.com.
Learn more about our works and approach at www.tholos-architects.com.
