Rich Tyers Studios
BA1, Bath
(3)
BA1, Bath
(3)
I am an architect and specialist is low energy construction including new build, extensions and alterations for both domestic and non-domestic properties.
Please note: If you would like to ask me a question (such as ballpark fees), please send me an email.
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3 customer reviews
Ray Wood
Planning Consultancy
Rich has been very fast to respond, informative and knowledgeable about my required processes
Iain Burns
Planning Consultancy
It is early days yet but they are very quick to respond and are very professional. I look forward to getting their support for our planning application
Colin Dunkerley
Architectural Services
Rich responded very quickly, despite being on holiday at the time!. He was keen, interested in my project, listened to my draft brief and provided helpful information and suggestions. I got on well with him. We agreed an acceptable fee structure and he's got the job! I look forawrd to working with him. More...
What do you love most about your job?
Having clients who love the spaces I create for them! I also love talking about the possibilities of what clients could have for the same price as something 'standard'; design is an incredibly satisfying and enjoyable process.
What inspired you to start your own business?
It was time! I had worked in the industry for many years and, having seen how a number of different practices worked, had formulated my own views on how I would want to run my own.
Why should our clients choose you?
I have taken the below from my 'about' page:
- I am a specialist in low energy construction. This means that I aim to design buildings that use as little energy as possible to heat and cool. My approach is to look at the form, shape and orientation of your home and design something that will maximise the natural benefits of the site to create a warm space in winter and cool space in summer. We can also look at passive technologies (eg: insulation) and active technologies (eg: solar panels, heat pumps and the like) to suit your budget.
- I am a Certified Passivhaus Designer. Passivhaus is the absolute best in environmentally performing buildings and would be happy to talk about this with you if you are interested. Passivhaus can be applied to existing homes (through something called 'Enerphit') as well as new builds.
- I aim to be a neutral advisor. I can offer you options (say, for heating or rooflights) and we can talk through the pros and cons of the different systems available. However, I won't 'push' a technology (such as heat pumps) unless we agree, having balanced the pros and cons, that it's the right solution for you.
- I am a commercial minded guy; I believe that fantastic design should be affordable and built by quality people for the right price.
- I have a lot of experience with modern methods of construction (MMC for short). Generally speaking, this means designing as much of the building/extension as possible to be factory made. This means less time on site, less disruption for you and your family and higher quality.
- I love my job. I will very happily talk about design, architecture, low energy construction and Passivhaus all day!
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Of course:
- Zoom/Teams/Google Meet to suit you for meetings
- As an example, I have done a commercial fit-out project for a client recently over 200miles away from where I am based. I visited the site to do the measured survey and have done the rest of the project, including coordinating the design team and manging the project, remotely.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Before visit, I will check with you how comfortable you are with me being in your home and what measures you would like me to take. I always have a facemask with me and will wear it whenever it is requested. I always carry hand sanitiser and use it at every opportunity.
Architect
Measured surveys
Feasibility studies and initial cost advice
New build low energy homes
Extensions
Loft Conversions
Low energy retrofits and renovations
Full architectural services from RIBA 0-7 stages
Planning applications including change of use and listed building consents
Building regulations applications
Tender documents
Contract administration
CDM 2015 Principal Designer Role
Passivhaus Designer services
