Native Architects, York

Native was appointed during the pre-application process by the client HRH Group in 2022 to obtain Planning and Listed Building Consent for works to 23 High Petergate, a Grade 1 listed building and important heritage asset in the heart of the city centre of York opposite the west end of York Minster. The primary objective…

Native was contracted to convert a disused historic stable and C20 garage, both ancillary buildings within the curtilage of a C19 Grade II listed dwelling, and associated landscape works at the rear garden. The clients wished to sensitively update both structures, allowing for the stable to be retrofitted into a studio (with shower and kitchenette),…

This May, members of the team attended Countryside Days alongside North Yorkshire Society of Architects and DOMA Architects, helping introduce school groups to sustainable architecture and natural building materials. Using a hands-on display of materials including hempcrete, straw, timber and natural insulation products, we spoke to students about how buildings can reduce their environmental impact…

We will be closed from the 23rd of December 2025 until the 5th of January 2026. Warm wishes for a fabulous Christmas! Ho! Ho! Ho! 🎄

As we leap into 2026 we’ve reflected on a largely wonderful year of work, presentations, and celebrations in 2025! We are appreciative that our work is widely regarded, worthwhile and kind to the planet due to the commitment of our clients and organisations we support, including the new school of Architecture at York University, to minimise the…

You may have spotted Owais’ face join the rest of the Natives on our Team page. Owais has joined us as Part 2 Architectural Assistant and has quickly become a key member of the team. His Masters from the Sheffield University and 2 years of prior experience at a passivhaus certified practice have put him…

In recent months Michael Patrick, a qualified architect in the state of California, has been undergoing the final stages of the UK Adaptation Assessment (UKAA) process which, through mutual recognition between the US and UK, allows for internally qualified architects to join each countries respective Register. We are pleased to announce that Michael received word…

Cygnet House is a Grade II listed building along Church Lane in the conservation area of Selby Town. Originally an early C19 house, attached to a mid-C18 rear range, the building received multiple alterations in the C19 and C20 and currently serves as housing. The building’s windows and entry door (along with its surround) were…

Located in York’s historic core, 5 St Andrew Place built in 1980s has undergone a whole house re-design and refurbishment that included a new extension. Every element from the roof to the ground floor was improved together with the layout of the rooms to transform a dark and cramped interior into open, light-filled spaces with…

We are delighted to welcome Tracey Hayes to our team at Native Architects! After 15 years of fantastic loyal service Louise takes her leave from Native and is looking forward to her retirement. Louise has seen the practice grow and move from one award winning studio at Crockey Hill to another award-winning conversion at Lingcroft…