Business Details
Award-Winning Chartered Architects in Surrey
Established in the 1970s through the merger of post-war practices, Nye Saunders is an award-winning chartered architectural firm based in Godalming, Surrey. Our approach prioritises client needs, combining creative design with practical solutions to deliver buildings that harmonise aesthetics and functionality. With expertise in residential, educational, ecclesiastical, and conservation projects, we specialise in navigating complex planning challenges and historic building adaptations. Our team maintains day-to-day director involvement, ensuring rigorous budget control and programme management throughout every project phase.We pride ourselves on accessibility, tailoring services from feasibility studies to full project delivery while integrating sustainable materials and technologies. Our proven track record in securing planning consents for challenging sites demonstrates our technical proficiency and deep local knowledge. As specialists in modern interventions within historic contexts, we balance innovation with heritage preservation across diverse sectors including bespoke developer housing and masterplanning.
Services
Residential Architecture
Historic Conservation
Commercial Design
Masterplanning
Feasibility Studies
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Party Wall Surveying
Contract Administration
3D Visualisation
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined director experience in architectural design
- Proven success securing planning consents for challenging historic sites
- Directors maintain hands-on involvement in every project from start to finish
- Specialists in modern interventions within historic building contexts
- Committed to sustainable design principles and innovative material applications
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects
What people say
Design skills
Professionalism
Collaborative approach
Bespoke design
Exceeded expectations
Services
Residential Architecture
We create innovative residential solutions that balance modern living requirements with architectural heritage. Our expertise includes extensions, renovations, and new builds that respect contextual character while delivering contemporary functionality. Directors personally oversee projects to ensure meticulous attention to detail and compliance with planning regulations.
Historic Conservation
Specialists in listed buildings and historic structures, we combine technical knowledge with sensitive design approaches. Our conservation work preserves architectural integrity while implementing modern upgrades through careful material selection and traditional craftsmanship techniques that meet heritage guidelines.
Commercial Design
We deliver commercial architecture that optimises functionality and aesthetic appeal for ecclesiastical, educational, and business environments. Our designs enhance operational efficiency while maintaining visual harmony with surrounding architecture, particularly in sensitive historic settings.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning services integrate urban design principles with practical development strategies. We create cohesive spatial frameworks that address site constraints, regulatory requirements, and long-term usability through collaborative consultation and detailed feasibility analysis.
Planning Applications
We navigate complex planning processes with local authorities, specialising in challenging sites and heritage contexts. Our approach combines technical expertise with strategic communication to achieve successful outcomes for extensions, conversions, and new developments.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential architecture, historic conservation, commercial design, and masterplanning with particular expertise in modern interventions within historic contexts.
Do you handle listed building projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with listed buildings including sensitive extensions, conservation, and adaptive reuse projects across Surrey and surrounding counties.
How do you approach planning applications?
Our proven track record in planning approvals combines technical expertise with strategic consultation to secure consents for challenging sites.
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily in Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, and Oxfordshire with our main office in Godalming and satellite office in Oxford Science Park.
Can you manage full project delivery?
Yes, we offer comprehensive services from initial feasibility studies through to contract administration and final project handover.
How do you incorporate sustainability?
We integrate sustainable materials and technologies while maintaining design integrity, creating environmentally conscious solutions for modern living.
Reviews (3)
Mark Eshelby
Oct 11, 2020
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We have worked with Richard and his team on numerous projects all over Surrey and never fail to be impressed. Richard has a knack of always finding a way to navigate through the pitfalls of gaining consent and then creating a bespoke design for each opportunity.
Dave Hanson
Nov 12, 2019
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Nye Saunders oversaw the design and build scheme from start to finish of our Grade 2 listed building. - From liaison with the local boroughs heritage department, through to the tendering process & contractor management, we could not recommend them highly enough. - The team made a complicated process feel very straight forward and the outcome exceeded our expectations. - Dave Hanson. Proprietor The Rose & Crown, Godalming.
Mark Chapman
Nov 10, 2019
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We had worked with Mark before and loved the work he did for us on our former home. When we bought a new home that we wanted to extend and fundamentally re configure we didn't think twice about getting in touch with Mark at Nye Saunders. He worked closely with us in developing our ideas and presented a design that reflected exactly what we wanted. He then set about refining the detail, obtaining Planning Permission, a straight forward process.
Mark is very easy to work with, constructive and attentive. The project has taken 11 months but he has kept us completely up to speed. A long time for us to have been out but a great experience. The build exceeds our expectation, can't wait to live in it!
Mark is very easy to work with, constructive and attentive. The project has taken 11 months but he has kept us completely up to speed. A long time for us to have been out but a great experience. The build exceeds our expectation, can't wait to live in it!
