Oak-frame architect profile Louise Crossman Architects

Louise Crossman Architects has won wide recognition for the design and execution of buildings that show a high degree of care and consideration bringing sustainable, imaginative solutions and contemporary design to buildings old and new.

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Louise Crossman Architects, an award-winning practice, is on the edge of Exmoor and in Exeter.

The practice’s aim is to meet and exceed the client’s expectations, turning their vision into reality.

Whether the client wants to extend or improve an existing dwelling, build from new, develop a community or business venture, is looking for an environmentally friendly approach, or renovations to historical buildings, Louise Crossman Architects has a reputation for providing its clients with imaginative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions. The practice pays particular attention to the context of the development and to local building traditions, techniques and materials.

As well as works to new buildings, the practice also has a proven reputation in connection with historic buildings. These buildings form a unique and valuable part of our heritage and the practice’s philosophy is that the fabric of these buildings should be valued and cared for in such a way that they continue to delight whether as private dwellings or public buildings. The work may include repairs to the fabric of the building or alterations and extensions to extend its useful life.

Louise Crossman Architects believes that clarity, communication and a good working relationship between client, architect and the rest of the team are crucial to the success of a project. Clients will find LCA friendly, enthusiastic, well organised, communicative and pro-active at every stage. LCA listens – How do you live? What do you need? What are your concerns? Increasingly, the practice finds that its clients are interested in energy saving and security and in the use of sustainable materials such as timber.

“We will find extra light and space that may not have been apparent, suggest materials that you may not have thought of and give attention to detail to lift your project out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary.”

Customers’ comments

“At the design stage, (our) meetings were lively, stimulating, hugely enjoyable events in which we threw ideas around and decided on broad principles. We had some planning difficulties: LCA’s help and expertise was invaluable. ”(PU)

“Louise was a breath of fresh air, there was no pretence of her being a ‘prima donna’. She was the architect that was interested in what we wanted, how we live and how we envisaged the project developing. She had a excellent team….”(M&KK)

“Everyone who sees (our project) praises the design and construction. (The LCA team) were all excellent. They also made an effort to reduce our costs where it was possible to do so.”(PB)

“Thanks to their thorough understanding of the local planning environment, LCA was able to achieve our brief, whilst satisfying Exmoor National Park Authority’s sensitive planning demands.”(CS)

“An excellent, intelligent restoration and conservative repair of a 17th century or earlier threshing barn and, later, water mill.”Somerset Building Preservation Trust Award 2004

“Louise is a remarkably consultive architect. Unlike other architects she will bring in other experts when appropriate. Her general approach had everyone working cooperatively.”(JP)

contact information

Louise Crossman Architects

The Potato Store
Court Place
Withycombe
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 6QB

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  • Awards
    • 2004 - 'Somerset Building Awards' - Full Award for the restoration of Croydon Mill, Timberscombe.
    • 2004 - 'Somerset Building Awards' - Highly Commended for the renovation and conservation of the Simonsbath Sawmill formerly part of the Fortesque Estate.
    • 2000 - The 'William Stansell Building Preservation Trust Award 2000' for the renovation and conversion of former Potato Store to architect's office.
    • 1997 - RIBA Wessex Region 'Design in the Countryside Award' for the design of the conversion of a pair of Grade II listed farm buildings into self-catering holiday accommodation.