Patrick Redmond, director at Leek based ctd architects was sworn in as Chair of the RIBA North Staffs Society of Architects (NSSA) at their AGM at The University of Staffordshire’s School of Architecture. Patrick said: “This is a very dynamic and active association, and I am looking forward to my time as Chair especially as…

ctd architects have played an integrative role in the extensive redevelopment of the 71 acre, Consall Hall Estate site in North Staffordshire to develop the existing buildings into a bespoke, high-quality hospitality venue and ‘deconstructive’ hotel. The client, Consall Hall Estates, have extensively redeveloped the site which now includes ‘Foxtail Barns’ Wedding Venue and ‘The…

ctd architects were involved as building conservation consultants working closely with specialist crafts people on the repair and conservation of the Grade 1 Listed Buxton Crescent. The iconic Buxton landmark, arguably the most striking building in the Derbyshire spa town, opened to the public in October 2020, however Covid restrictions delayed the full opening until…

First prize in the Restoration category in the 2020 Derby Civic Society George Larkin Brighter City Award has been awarded to ctd architects for their work on the restoration of the Grade I listed Long Mill at Darley Abbey Mills World Heritage Site, Derby. In giving this award the judges recognised how much careful planning…

Edward Daniels started at ctd architects on his RIBA Stage 1 practical experience/year out in July 2018 as a fresh graduate straight from the University of Sheffield. Ed said “During my time at ctd architects I have gained a plethora of experience from the wide range of projects that are worked on. I have gained…

ctd architects have been shortlisted in the 2019 RIBA West Midlands Awards for the Grand Garden Conservatory at Alton Towers Resort. We are proud to be one of the 15 finalists shortlisted in the 2019 Awards. The annual ceremony recognises buildings across the region of exceptional architectural merit with winners taking the first step towards…

When Andrew McPhee joined the practice in 2015, he was studying for his MArch RIBA Part 2 at Sheffield Hallam University having already completed his BArch (Hons) RIBA Part 1 at Nottingham Trent University. Andrew has developed extensive experience in a variety of sectors including commercial, education, energy, healthcare and residential sectors. With a keen…

Roof and fabric repairs  are underway on the c.1790’s Grade I Listed Long Mill at Darley Abbey Mills World Heritage Site, Derby. The 228 year old roof timbers and lath & plaster ceiling soffit is in fantastic condition for their age! A temporary roof and internal propping ensuring proper protection during the works being carried out has been constructed by Nottingham-based Bonsers Building Restoration and Conservation Ltd.

A new swimming pool at Sandon Primary Academy in Stoke on Trent, designed by ctd architects and constructed in partnership with Sneyd Building Contractors, was recently opened by Olympic and World Champion swimming star, Adam Peaty.

Congratulations to Mr & Mrs John who said ‘I Do’ on the 30th June. Wishing Sarah & fellow architect Adam a lifetime of love and happiness from everyone at ctd.