Residential architects in Richmond, designing homes you love

Your home is at the centre of your world. It should enhance the life you lead and fill you with joy.

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Elmcroft Drive: a dark timber-framed garden extension, its glass walls open onto the lawn
Elmcroft Drive, near KingstonRIBA chartered practice · since 2006
Sketch visualisation for the Vine Road project
Vine Road as built: a new house with a tall gabled glass front
Who we are

From first sketch to the home you live in

We’re a RIBA chartered practice by Kew Gardens in Richmond, designing homes since 2006. Whether it’s a new build, an extensive remodel or an extension, attractive design complements your lifestyle.

We work with you to create living spaces which bring your vision to life. If you have a project in mind, come and see us for a free consultation at our studio.

“As we travel south so the sun’s influence grows stronger and at 50°North, a radical transformation begins...”

Where our name comes from: David Attenborough, Planet Earth (From Pole to Pole), 2006

What we design

Four kinds of project, plus the services around them.

Wraparound and side return extensions

The L-shaped extension that turns a Victorian terrace into a light, open family kitchen.

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Loft conversions

Crisp lofts with feature glazing, master suites and roof gardens, never the big ugly box.

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Whole-house renovations

Remodels for a new stage of life, every floor replanned, often with an eco upgrade.

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Planning permission

Householder, permitted development, conservation area and listed building applications, handled for you.

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Interiors

Walk-in wardrobes, boot rooms, focal points and joinery, designed with the architecture.

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New builds and specialist spaces

A blank canvas: new houses like Vine Road, plus home offices, gyms, cinemas and basements.

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All services and our five stages

Eight homes we’re proud of

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  • Arnison Road: Extend off the rear of a detached home and make better use of the rooms as existing….
  • The Avenue: Make better use of a series of voluminous spaces and create a warm, defined family space.
  • Arlington Road: L shaped rear ground floor extension with a loft conversion and internal alterations throughout
  • Hampton Road: Convert a shop into a dynamic flat
  • Campbell Road: A ground floor wrap around extension and L shaped loft conversion with a full, back-to-brick renovation throug
  • Beach House: A mid-century bungalow turned into a five-bedroom seaside retreat with a separate annex. Add a side and rear e
  • Vine Road: A new build house on the site of a tired bungalow.
  • Sidney Road: Loft addition, ground floor extension and remodelling.
Arnison RoadRear extension · Detached
Why choose us

Seven reasons to choose us

Nearly 60% of our clients come to us through a recommendation.

Denton Road: timber-beamed garden room with a long dining table

  1. Experienced residential architects

    Between us we have decades of experience in residential architecture.

  2. We look for answers, not problems

    Our experience means we know what questions to ask; if something isn’t feasible, we’ll tell you honestly and suggest alternatives.

  3. A robust process refined over years of practice

    We’re specialists in residential architecture and have streamlined the process to make it simple and enjoyable for you.

  4. An extensive network of reliable professionals

    We work with consultants, specialists and builders we know and trust to deliver your vision.

  5. A tailored, flexible approach to design

    We won’t try and force you into a box. The vision you have in mind is the reality we help create.

  6. Friendly service from a local architect

    There’s always someone to answer the phone, and we’d love to welcome you in person, for an initial meeting or to discuss progress.

  7. Communication

    Throughout the journey, we explain what we do, what you need to do, and what happens next.

What our clients say

In their words, from across West London, St Margarets and Twickenham.

The finished result is better than we ever expected - the small details make the difference and we’re seeing our house from new angles, in a new light, every day.

ABClient, St Margarets

They were brilliant at listening to our ideas and drawing up plans in line with that vision. They were at all times professional, always approachable and very good at working with our builders.

PCClient, West London

They brought to the table a wealth of knowledge from the start to the end of the project and made our house a home we absolutely love.

GPClient, Twickenham
RIBA Chartered PracticeArchitects Registration BoardBest of Houzz 2020, Design
  • RIBA chartered practiceA code of ethics, strict insurance and quality control
  • Best of HouzzVoted Best Of 2017 on Houzz
  • Build It AwardsShortlisted 2017, Best Architect for a Renovation or Extension
  • NLA Don’t Move, Improve!Sidney Road longlisted, shown at The Building Centre
  • In the pressIdeal Home, Build It, RIBA Journal and Houzz
  • On televisionSt Peters Road on Channel 4 with Charlie Luxton
Richmond and Teddington

Local roots, local projects

We have delivered hundreds of projects throughout the Borough of Richmond upon Thames. One of our directors was born and raised in Teddington.

Our studio sits next door to Kew Gardens in the Old Deer Park, overlooking the tennis courts with views of the Great Pagoda.

Arlington Road, TeddingtonCromwell Road, TeddingtonYork Road, Teddington
The Great Pagoda at Kew Gardens among trees
The Great Pagoda at Kew, the view from our studio

Prefer to talk face to face? Visit us at the studio, we’ll brew the coffee

Your first meeting is free. Bring your ideas, your plans and your questions.

Book a free meetingHow to find us
Studio
The Hut, Old Deer Park, Kew Road, Richmond TW9 2AZ
Phone
020 8744 2337
Email
info@50degrees.co.uk
Hours
Mon to Fri, 9:00 to 17:30