Thinking Buildings

At Thinking Buildings, we are a creative, design-led architecture practice that brings together experts from our Oxfordshire and Derbyshire studios to deliver high-quality projects across the UK. We take pride in combining beauty and function to create buildings that our clients adore. Our team of talented designers excels in providing architecture, master-planning, interior design, and project management services.

What We Do

Our key strengths lie in listening, thinking, and problem-solving to convert our clients' visions into beautifully designed realities. We specialise in residential projects, boasting extensive expertise in delivering a wide range of new build, renovation, conversion, and extension projects. Our portfolio includes projects for country houses, farm estates, small to medium-sized residential developers, and those involving historic environments and listed buildings.

Sector Expertise

Throughout the years, we have developed a reputation for securing ambitious planning consents often in sensitive locations. Our designers are professional problem-solvers and provide imaginative design solutions that address the physical context and clients' aspirations. We believe that each design should be tailored to the specific project, rather than adopting a particular architectural style or default building solution.

Approach

Our philosophy is that design should be a response to the physical context and the client's requirements. We understand that quality and client service are paramount in building successful projects. We operate with the highest professional standards, regulated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and ISO 9001 Quality Management and ISO 14001 Environmental Management systems.

Meet Our Team

Our team is comprised of experienced professionals, including Director Darren Aspinall, who has been designing exciting and interesting buildings throughout his career. Director James Hutton has always been fascinated by design and entrepreneurship, and together, they founded Thinking Buildings in 2011. Our Associate Architects Bethan Axford, Gareth Williams, and Rachel Aspinall bring their skills and passions to the team, sharing their expertise in collaborative design projects.

Collaboration

At Thinking Buildings, we believe that it is the quality of thinking that is the truly fundamental ingredient to delivering a successful project. We work closely with our clients, other professionals, and the supply chain to ensure seamless project delivery. We provide clear thinking, innovative design solutions, and project management services to bring our clients' visions to life.

Innovative Approach

We invest in the latest 3D BIM software, providing realistic images, visualisations, and interactive 3D models to clearly communicate our design throughout the process. Our focus on sustainability is evident in our low-energy design and timber framed buildings, ensuring that our projects are environmentally conscious.

Meet the Team

To learn more about the individuals behind the scenes at Thinking Buildings, we encourage you to explore our team page and discover what drives our people and their passions in the world of architecture.