Hi, I’m Martin.
Based in Thirsk, North Yorkshire.
I am a proud husband and father and live with a small dog who sometimes allows me to sit on the comfy corner of the sofa. When not enjoying family time or watching films (sci-fi/action), I can be found out about appreciating beautiful rural scenery on my motorbike.
I’ve been an architect for over twenty years, working on unique projects with inspiring clients, planners and other talented architects and builders. In 2023, I finally bit the bullet and moved away from working as part of a larger organisation to embrace my ambition of running my own company. This is an exciting chapter for me and my family. It enables me to bring my previous experience to work with Yorkshire and North East clients who prefer a personal yet still professional approach to planning and designing.
Areas Covered
I'm based in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, and work with clients and contractors all over Yorkshire and the Northeast.
If you are outside of this area, feel free to message me. I may still be able to help or could refer you to someone closer to home who can.
About You (the Client)
Whether you're dreaming of a Grand Design-style build or planning a cosy renovation, I'm here to bring your ideas to life. My approach keeps you at the heart of every project, ensuring your vision, preferences, and practical needs drive the planning process. As an architect, I’m passionate about solving design challenges and helping clients realise their property dreams. I blend creativity with a practical approach to make every project a success.
I frequently work on:
Unique, custom-designed rural and urban properties
Barn and Byre conversions
Extensions
Renovations
Conservation-sensitive projects, both small and large
Get in touch
Whether you’re enhancing your existing space, adding an annexe, or building a bespoke home from the ground up, I’d love to help. These projects bring real value to everyday life, and seeing that impact is why I love what I do. Get in touch for an informal chat about your project!
‘We came to Martin for advice when we were looking to add a side extension to our home which we didn't want to look like a box added to the side of our house. From the initial consultation Martin has been professional and supportive with an enthusiastic energy. He understood what we wanted from our project and was able to create this with a keen eye, supportively challenging our ideas to ensure we were able to get down on paper the ideas bouncing around our heads. Martin steered us through the planning process very professionally and was always there to provide a personal touch when concerns/uncertainty arose. He gives you time, not only his but also he never makes you feel rushed into making any decisions. The stand out quality that Martin brings to the project is his "can do" attitude which instils a confidence that you can get your project out of the ground and it will be what you envisage it to be. Martin cannot be recommended highly enough and he is a great asset to have on our project.’.
Leeds Client