The latest issue of Listed Heritage Magazine features our scheme for a series of outbuildings works at a rural farm retreat in West Sussex. This project is featured in the…
Contemporary architecture inspiration James – of modern contemporary architects James Wells Architects - went to stay in the Life House with some friends in October 2024. Life House is one…
This is the most commonly posed question to James when talking about new project enquiries “When do you need planning permission?”. There are a range of planning permission types which…
A trio of successful planning applications to Listed Houses Achieving planning permission for listed buildings is a complicated process which needs careful consideration over and above the design process. It…
Two new build houses in St James's Central London are now complete JWA had the challenge of designing two new build houses in London. These properties fit snugly between three…
Planning permission has been granted for our scheme for a new build house in the grounds of an existing home located in the Shripney conservation area in West Sussex. Our…
Our scheme for two new build bijou mews houses tucked away in St James’s is progressing well on site. Located just North of Pall Mall and West of St James’s…
This week James Wells Architects won an award at the 2021 Sussex Heritage Trust Awards Presentation. This year's winner is a stunning West Sussex retreat with three buildings created by…
Planning Permission has been granted for a new countryside house. The scheme gives approval for the demolition of a class Q barn. A new barn-style dwelling will replace the existing…
Recommended Architects - one of the best ways to find an architect is undoubtedly 'on recommendation'. Here you can find out what our clients say about us.
Our client purchased a beautiful Grade 2 listed cottage in the Surrey Hills. The original cottage is small, but the site also featured a Grade 2 listed barn. We were…
Planning and Listed Building Consent has been granted for remodelling to a cottage located in the South Downs National Park James and his team have worked closely with Haig Dalton…
Introductory spread in Gardens Illustrated Gardens Illustrated recently featured eight pages on the South Downs House designed by James Wells for his own family home. Whilst designing the new house…
Planning Approval Granted for extension to Listed Manor House, West Sussex Planning Approval has been granted to replace a 1990s extension with a new two storey extension housing Kitchen, Snug…
We are delighted to announce our first collaboration with Chichester Festival Theatre. James Wells Architects is the sole sponsor of the current play on at the Festival Theatre, Prism. Robert…
.Our recent listed property refurbishment project of the main section of a Grade II Listed Property won a Commendation at the 2019 Sussex Heritage Trust Awards The original building is…
Planning permission for a wheelchair accessible home has been granted; replacing the existing rear garden extension and garage with a new single storey extension in Barnham. The scheme also incorporates…
Planning approval granted for the restoration of listed house. An important piece of 1930s architectural history in the South Downs National Park We have secured planning approval for the restoration…
Part 2 Architectural Assistant required for Chichester's leading RIBA Chartered architectural practice. James Wells Architects is looking for a highly motivated, talented young Architectural Assistant to join our practice based…
4 New Homes in Church Norton The Coach House at Norton Priory in Church Norton has recently been given planning approval to be converted into four homes. Norton Priory Norton…
Planning permission granted in West Sussex for two new build houses on a green field site in College Road, Ardingly. The site is an 'edge of settlement' location with the…
Planning Permission Granted for an Office Refurbishment in Chichester Our sister practice James Wells Commercial has recently achieved planning permission for a major office refurbishment to Sussex House in Crane…
Refurbishing Outbuildings To Build Pool House, Home Health Spa & Home Office This week, James Wells Architects was given the client go-ahead on their preliminary designs for a new build…
We are delighted that Duncan Hall has written about our Pagham Beach House in Sussex Life magazine in their June issue. Designed and built as a weekend retreat by James…
History Of Chichester Architecture Chichester is a city steeped in history from the Roman, Mediaeval, Georgian and Modern periods. Our Chichester architects have a wealth of experience working with listed…
Mock Interviews At The Portsmouth School Of Architecture We believe it is vital to support young architectural talent. Last month James Wells attended a series of Mock Interview sessions with some…
Here in our first Q&A our Marketing Director, Jo Scott asks James Wells Architects Director, James Wells about how to value good architecture? How can a client judge how much to…
Make your home, a home! While the main drive of an architectural scheme often focuses on the key issues of planning consent, building control issues, and the 'bricks and mortar'…
Project In Mayfair Approved This week planning permission has been granted for our award winning residential architects to create two new mews terrace houses in Rose & Crown Yard, Mayfair,…
Planning and Development in Sensitive Locations There are a number of considerations to be borne in mind if you are planning works of any significance in a sensitive location. 1.…
This is a question that many clients will ask their friends after deciding to do building work. Quite possibly the best advice will be to go on recommendation – if…
Contemporary Barn Conversion in the South Downs A contemporary barn conversion in the South Downs National Park with breathtaking long-distance views across the downs. The existing buildings under consideration for…
Award-winning architects in Sussex On Thursday, 7 July 2016, our architects team won their first award! This award was received at the Sussex Heritage Trust Awards. The award was given…
Looking for a beach house to rent in Sussex? This beautiful example of one was built in 2002 and is now available for holiday lets. Situated in Pagham, West Sussex,…
