Native Architects, York

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…

Native Architects has been committed to using natural, locally sourced building materials and contractors for over 25 years and our office building, The Granary, is testament to what we advocate. The conversion of the 19th century traditionally constructed clamp brick granary farm building was conducted as a self-build project by the Native team who completed all the work, apart from the electrical…

“On International Women’s Day 2023 it is important to celebrate women’s achievements and the increasing visibility of women in our profession while calling out inequality. At Native Architects we have built a workplace where women thrive alongside the valued men in the practice and embrace equity in the profession.  Our current gender ratio is 70%…

Native Architects are pleased to announce that we have applied for planning permission on behalf of Selby Town Council to erect a fitting memorial to the all the miners who worked in the Selby Coalfield from the mid to late 20th Century. The memorial, which will be proudly situated in the Selby Community Woodland will…

Over the last few years, the harm that the construction industry is causing to our environment from harmful emissions has impacted the public conscience. Global, national and local initiatives are being put in place to reduce damage caused to our planet, major initiatives such as the production of clean energy i.e. Wind turbines and solar…

Our book choice this quarter has been chosen by Cam Shepphard.  Cam who recently graduated from the University of Sheffield with a BA(Hons) in Architecture has a particular interest in historic buildings and their conservation and his book choice is England A Guide to Post-War Listed Buildings by Elain Harwood. Cam said “Since 1987 more…

Metal roofs are becoming more and more popular not just for commercial buildings but also for residential properties. Zinc has many benefits over other materials.  Zinc in its raw form has a low melting point, meaning that it uses less energy to convert into roofing material. Zinc is incredibly durable meaning it is not affected…

We are delighted that Sean Bartlem has joined Native Architects as Architectural Assistant. Sean completed his BA(Hons) Architecture degree at Newcastle University in 2019 before undertaking a placement in Perth, Western Australia.  During this period, he worked to strengthen community relationships and enjoyed the challenge in approaching the rural context.  Sean enjoys working with both…