Architects in Brindle | Residential & Commercial Architects Brindle

Name: Latch Architects Ltd
Address: 43 Dumers Chase, Bury, Manchester, M26 2TH, GB
Telephone: +44 161 543 6500
Price range: ££

Looking for an architect in Brindle, Chorley to help with your next residential or commercial build?

Latch Architects is an RIBA Chartered architectural practice providing tailored architectural design, planning guidance, and construction documentation across Brindle and the wider Chorley region.

Phone: +44 161 543 6500 Email: Hello@LatchArchitects.com

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Architect designed farm house conversion and extension

We specialise in:

- House extensions & remodels
- Custom new build homes
- Barn conversions & rural properties
- Planning permission & pre-apps
- Architect drawings & detailed house plans
- Building regulations approval
- Heritage, green belt & rural planning consultancy

Minimal house extension in the greenbelt with dining space and bifold doors

One of our house extension projects located in the greenbelt. Designed with close communication with the client.

Residential Architects in Brindle – Extensions, Barn Conversions & New Homes

Brindle is one of the most desirable rural locations in Chorley, and its planning landscape requires a thoughtful, detail-led approach. Whether you’re planning a large house extension, a loft conversion, or exploring building a new house in Brindle, we provide a full service from feasibility through to construction.

Our Residential Specialisms in Brindle & Chorley

1. House Extensions in Brindle

We design extensions that add space, comfort and long-term value — while respecting local character and meeting strict planning requirements associated with rural and green belt areas.

2. Barn Conversions & Rural Dwellings

Brindle’s agricultural history means barn conversions are a common aspiration. We help manage the complexities of:

Class Q prior approval routes

Structural implications

Heritage-sensitive design

Working within conservation principles

3. Custom Home Design in Brindle, Chorley

If you're planning a new house design in Brindle, we help you navigate site constraints, green belt policies, drainage, and heritage considerations.
Our process includes feasibility studies, 3D site modelling, and high-quality design concepts so you can make confident decisions early.

House kitchen extension with kitchen island pendant lighting above island UK interior architect design

One of our Lancashire farmhouse extensions with exposed timber truss roof and open plan kitchen dining area.

Commercial Architects in Brindle & Chorley

Beyond residential, we support local commercial and small development clients across Chorley district, including:

- HMO conversions
- Small residential developments
- Restaurant & café refurbishments
- Change-of-use applications
- Extensions to farm buildings or outbuildings

We provide everything from architectural drawings and planning consultancy to building regulations compliance.

Explore our full services

Architect Designed farm house conversion and extension with stone wall and timber framing

Our services are invaluable for commercial developer led projects, restaurants, office conversions and more.

Planning Permission Expertise in Brindle & the Chorley Borough

Brindle’s planning environment often involves green belt policy, heritage context, and rural design sensitivity. Our experience working in rural Lancashire means we understand how to build strong planning submissions that stand up to scrutiny.

We regularly prepare and submit:

- Design & Access Statements
- Biodiversity Net Gain assessments
- Heritage & Conservation statements
- Landscape & visual impact considerations
- Flood Risk Assessments (where required)
- Dealing With Chorley Council Planning Department

Whether your project is in Brindle, Clayton-le-Woods, Whittle-le-Woods or Hoghton, we manage communication with Chorley Borough Council throughout the process, including negotiating amendments and presenting relevant planning precedents.

If you’ve already had an application refused, we also offer:

- Planning appeal representation
- Statements of Case
- Inspectorate liaison

View our planning consultancy services

Architect Lancashire Designed Farm House Extension with stone walls, timber frame and slate roof

There's no planning application too difficult for us, having tackled complex biodiversity and listed building consents in the past.

Energy Efficient & PassivHaus-Informed Design in Brindle

As specialists in energy-efficient construction and PassivHaus principles, we help homeowners achieve exceptionally high performance and comfort.

Our expertise includes:
- PassivHaus-informed detailing
- Thermal bridge analysis
- Airtightness strategies
- Low-energy retrofits
- Off-grid feasibility
- Strategies for sustainable rural housing

This often aligns well with planning needs for rural development, especially where sustainability strengthens your case.

Net zero eco cabin passivhaus timber cladding and solar panel roof

We have a strong proven track record with prefabricated and in-situ built Passivhaus buildings.

What Our Clients Say

Interior of a UK lean to glass house extension with dark grey aluminium framing

"Sean was instrumental in helping us achieve our dream home. He helped us with the design, planning permission and many of the headaches through the construction stage.

From the other architects we spoke to Sean was able to provide us with great advice which made us confident he' was the right choice."

Sarah Gayton & Nancy Chan

open plan kitchen design with high breakfast bar seating

"Sean is simply awesome. Sean is a highly competent architect and the standard of his work and quality of presentations really is 5 stars. Before engaging Sean my partner and I undertook a review of all local architects and interviewed 3.

Sean was competitively priced and seemed very knowledgeable and his fee/work proposal was the best by far. Throughout all stages of the project Sean has been contactable for advice and I would have no problem recommending him. we would certainly use his services again."

David Miller

UK house extension interior with gloss finish kitchen cabinets and marble flooring, grey aluminium framed bifold doors

"Sean and Maverick were fantastic from start to finish in helping us achieve our house extension and refurbishment project to our house.

Everything from the planning permission, building regulations and construction were streamlined and managed with ease, if you're looking for an architect I'd have to recommend them."

Sam English

Architect 3D diagram of a new villa house design

"Of all the bids Sean was the only one that understood exactly what I needed and offered a fixed fee. Working with him was a pleasure, took the time to explain things and the turnaround was very impressive. I am a very pleased client and would highly recommend."

M.M.J

Why Homeowners in Brindle Choose Latch Architects

Clients in Brindle and Chorley choose us because we offer:

- Fixed architectural fees
- Highly detailed drawings & 3D modelling
- Clear communication throughout
- Green belt and rural planning expertise
- Fast turnaround times without sacrificing quality
- RIBA Chartered professionalism

Our goal is to make your project feel exciting, manageable and fully understood from day one.

Eco house architect design in the countryside

Our focus is on producing the best quality architecture with a solid plan and no unpleasant surprises.

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If you're planning a house extension, barn conversion, new build home or commercial project in Brindle or the wider Chorley area, we’re here to help.

Speak directly with an RIBA Chartered Architect and get a clear, actionable roadmap for your project.

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Sean Payne

Director & Architect

RIBA, ARB, DipArch, MArch, BA, PassivHaus Cert

Having worked in the construction industry and within architecture for the last 15 years, I've seen everything from the very best to the very questionable.

My focus over the last 6 years has been on bringing the very best in energy efficient architecture and high design to the small scale.