Architects in Bath
16 practices covering Bath. Listings are business information researched by Renovome; contact details and matching happen inside Workspace.
Appointing an architect in Bath
Bath architect appointments are mostly sensitive alterations and extensions to listed and conservation-area property. The heritage case usually determines what is possible, so appoint a practice with proven Bath consents.
Property you'll be working with in Bath
Georgian terraces and townhouses in Bath stone, Victorian villas on the hillsides, and steeply sloping plots where retaining structures are a significant cost.
Planning in Bath
Bath is a World Heritage city: listed building consent, conservation area controls and strict material matching apply across much of it. Rooflights, windows and rear extensions are all closely assessed.
What architects charge in Bath
Above average because heritage work is drawing-heavy: £2,200 to £5,000 for planning and listed building applications, and 9% to 15% of build cost for a full service.
Indicative 2026 ranges and local context, not quotations or planning advice. Last reviewed: September 2026.
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Somerset architecture practice serving Frome and Bath with house extensions, listed-building work, interiors and new homes.
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Bath practice specialising in retrofit, refurbishment, period properties and new homes with a low-impact design approach.
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UK architecture or architectural design practice serving residential and related building projects in Bath.
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Bath architecture practice specialising in retrofit, refurbishment, conservation and low-energy design for existing buildings.
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Practice represented on the RIBA Principal Designer Register by James Bastable (General).
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UK architecture or architectural design practice providing residential, renovation, extension, new-build or related architectural services in Bath / South West.
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UK architecture or architectural design practice providing residential design, extensions, renovations, new homes or related services in Bath.
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RIBA-chartered Bath practice working on residential extensions, refurbishments, conversions, listed buildings and new homes.
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UK architecture or architectural design practice providing residential, renovation, extension, new-build or related architectural services in Bath.
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UK architecture or architectural design practice providing residential, renovation, extension, new-build or related architectural services in Bath.
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UK architecture or architectural design practice providing residential, renovation, extension, new-build or related architectural services in Bath.
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Bath architecture studio working with private clients on residential, extension and renovation projects across the South West.
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UK architecture or architectural design practice providing residential, renovation, extension, new-build or related architectural services in Bath / Wiltshire.
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Bath architecture practice delivering residential extensions, renovations, retrofit and new-build projects.
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Bath residential architecture practice specialising in improving and extending homes across Bath and North East Somerset.
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UK architectural design practice supporting residential extensions, renovations, planning or technical design in Bath.
How to choose an architect in Bath
Bring an architect or architectural designer in first, before you commit to a layout or a budget. They test what is possible on your house, produce the drawings a builder can price, and handle the planning application.
- Check whether they are ARB registered, and whether the practice is RIBA chartered.
- Ask to see two projects the same size and type as yours, in the same kind of property.
- Ask which stages the fee covers, and what is charged separately.
- Ask who does the building regulations drawings and who answers the builder's questions on site.
- Ask about their planning approval record with your local council.
What architects in Bath typically work on
- Rear, side return and wrap-around extensions
- Loft conversions and roof alterations
- Whole-house renovations and reconfigurations
- Planning applications, appeals and permitted development checks
- Building regulations packages and tender drawings
Typical 2026 fees for architects
| Item | Typical 2026 cost |
|---|---|
| Feasibility and concept design | £1,200 - £3,500 |
| Planning drawings and application | £1,800 - £5,000 |
| Building regulations package | £1,500 - £4,500 |
| Full service, percentage of build cost | 7% - 14% |
| Hourly rate for advice | £75 - £160 |
Indicative 2026 UK ranges, not quotations. London and the South East usually sit at the top of each range. Last reviewed: September 2026.
Common questions
- Do I need an architect for an extension?
- Not legally, but you do need drawings good enough for building control and for builders to price the same job. An architect or architectural designer produces those and usually saves more than their fee in avoided rework.
- What does an architect cost in 2026?
- Between £1,800 and £5,000 for planning drawings on a typical domestic extension, or 7 to 14 per cent of build cost for a full service.
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