Ian Palmer Architects

Silverdale, Cumbria

We appreciate and value the individuality of all our clients, both large and small, and enjoy the variety this mix brings. Our success is founded on creating good designs that connect with our clients and their sense of place, and on making things happen. Every client is unique, and for many embarking upon an architectural project for the first time, the experience will be filled with excitement and anticipation. At IPA we believe that the journey is as important as the destination, and we will engage fully with you to make the process a successful and memorable experience. ‘Improving your life today…leaving a legacy for tomorrow’

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Accessible Design, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Basement Conversion, Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Boot Room Design, Building Conservation, Building Design, Custom Build Homes, Decking Design, Drafting, Eco Homes, Floor Plans, Garage Design, Garden Plans, Green Building, Home Renovation, House Extensions, House Plans, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Renovation, New Home Construction, Pantry Design, Prefab Home Extensions, Project Management, Roof Decking Installation, Site Preparation, Space Planning, Staircase Design, Sustainable Design, Tiny House Building, Utility Room Design

Areas Served

Silverdale, Cumbria, Cheshire, Lancashire

Awards

- Awards: IP @ BDP RIBA Award MSA Design Award Housing Design Award Commendation RICS Award Residential Category Roses Gold Design Award - Books/publications Insitu Concrete, David Bennett, RIBA RIBA Interiors, Dec 2002 abito, New Forms of Housing in Europe

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7 Reviews for Ian Palmer Architects

Neil Windett

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We are delighted with the design that Ian has produced for our new garden room, which shows imagination and flair. We were particularly impressed by how he paid attention to our request that environmental sustainability be integrated into the building. The design makes good use of solar gain, has sheep wool insulation and a green roof. He also had some great ideas regarding the overall design, which we might not otherwise have considered. The garden room will be located in a National Park and there are rightly strict planning conditions surrounding new developments. Ian was able to address in a positive way any concerns that the planners might have had and secure planning permission for the development.

12 February, 2019

Gemma Wren

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Ian has a very pro-active approach and is great to work with. He came up with some innovative solutions to our brief for a new visitor welcome space at Sandscale Haws. He really considered the context of the site and its history, providing us with a functional, quirky space in which to engage with our visitors.

29 May, 2018

Neil Bohanna

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Ian has been the lead architect on all projects undertaken by the Royal Northern College of Music since 2010. The service Ian has provided has ranged from verbal advice on minor improvements to the building fabric, to the full and comprehensive design of the £7.1M refurbishment of the College’s Concert Hall and backstage environs. Ian always makes strenuous effort to fully understand the needs of the client by engaging in meaningful consultation (and sometimes challenging certain client assumptions!) before considering and presenting any proposals. This approach has led to the delivered schemes being comprehensively successful and truly fulfilling the key needs of client. Ian’s designs are always incredibly well thought through and, as one would expect, come with a high level of attention to detail. Ian blends beautiful design with excellent practicality, and this often brings additional benefits to building occupants. Ian is creative, enthusiastic, imaginative, knowledgeable and fun to work with! He uses his considerable experience to competently drive and guide projects forward, communicating smoothly between other design team members (acoustics, mechanical, electrical, structural) together with building control, contractors, local authority planning etc. Over the past two years Ian has progressed to delivering designs in 3D (Revit). To have such capability is incredibly valuable in communicating with stakeholders, allowing people to easily visualise proposed developments, rather than relying on artist impressions or 2D plans and sections.

11 April, 2018

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Ian provided advice on interior building layout and design for our house redesign and refurbishment of a 1970’s house in the Lake District. Ian carefully identified a range of options based on our requirements, explained the pro and and cons to produced an excellent set of drawings based on the chosen option which enabled us to visualise how the finished design would work in practice. We found Ian to be very approachable with good customer people skills and impressive architectural design experience and would heartily recommend him to others seeking advice and guidance for their building projects.

6 April, 2018

Diane Lewis

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Client

Fantastic results. The visual designs provided showing how our home would look greatly helped get the feel for the end result and enabled changes to be made before work began which save time and money. Extremely happy. Would recommend and use again.

31 March, 2018

Gail Staton

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Ian approached our project at Coniston Boating Centre with enthusiasm and energy. His designs are vibrant, practical and fun. He has good knowledge and worked well within the design team.

23 March, 2018

info739383

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My Company recently instructed Ian Palmer Architects to design and submit a planning application for a bespoke Home Office. I have to say Ian's attention to detail along with his vision and passion, has resulted in our expectations being far exceeded. Here's to a long and lasting business relationship. Great work Ian.

23 March, 2018

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Commented: Room too bland??I suppose its down to money and effort, and indeed what other opportunities are available. If superficially the room activities aren't broken than I'd focus lavish fabrics.

3 April, 2018 in Design Dilemma

Commented: worktop and backsplach suggestionsSure, as attached!

2 April, 2018 in Design Dilemma

Commented: should I paint coffee table and cabinet??I was once told that you shouldn’t have more than 2 types of wood in only one space. The floor looks lovely and I’d be tempted to paint all the wooden furniture so that they read as a matching set. Ra...

31 March, 2018 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Do I need an architect or a builder with design skills?I would like to think that architects can add huge value to any project, but equally not all projects merit that degree of consideration. Ultimately it depends upon your appetite from good design and ...

25 March, 2018 in Design Dilemma

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