Bowman Riley Architects

Bowman Riley Architects is a team of architects, conservation architects, building consultants, and interior designers with offices located in Leeds, London, and Skipton. The firm was established in 1968 by three architects, initially setting up in Skipton, a market town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Ted Bowman founded the company in 1968, with Howard Riley joining in 1975 and Geoff Thorpe in 1977. For nearly 60 years, the company has been involved in transforming existing spaces and creating new environments. This long-standing presence in the industry reflects a continuous adaptation to social, cultural, environmental, and technological changes.

The company has expanded its geographical reach over the decades, establishing an office in Leeds city centre in the early 2000s, followed by a central London office in 2012. Bowman Riley Architects now comprises a team of more than 70 professionals. This team has successfully delivered over 10,000 projects across a diverse range of sectors. These sectors include commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, leisure, industrial, residential, and retail. The firm's extensive project portfolio demonstrates its capacity to undertake varied commissions and deliver property consultancy services.

Bowman Riley Architects holds several industry accreditations, affirming its commitment to professional standards. The firm is a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Chartered Practice, a registered practice with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and a registered practice with the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID). The company also maintains Cyber Essentials Plus and BIM Level II certifications. Furthermore, it operates under the ISO9001 Quality Management System and the ISO14001 Environmental Management System. The firm has signed up to the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge and is proficient in the Building Safety Act.

Within its broad service offering, Bowman Riley Architects possesses experience in the residential sector, which encompasses purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA). The firm's work in this area includes masterplanning, concept design, and detailed architectural solutions for living spaces. The company's portfolio features residential developments such as the Greenholme Mills residential development and the Higher Raikes residential development, both of which have received recognition. This experience extends to creating high-quality designs for residential environments that are both commercially viable and socially responsible. The company's approach to residential projects focuses on bringing client visions to life with customized solutions.

The firm's comprehensive service offering extends beyond architectural design to include a full range of building surveying services. These services encompass project management, dilapidations, party wall advice, and health and safety consultation. Additionally, Bowman Riley Architects provides energy, environmental, and retrofit assessments, including expertise in Passive House design. The company's dedication to a client-focused approach has resulted in enduring relationships, with some clients maintaining partnerships since the firm's inception in 1968. The company aims to deliver quality, inclusion, carbon reduction, and social value in its projects.