about us
We love challenges
Specialising in bespoke residential projects with a strong emphasis on design and sustainability. At Severn Architects we believe that developing an excellent working relationship with the client is essential. In order to understand the very personal nature of a residential project, we must first listen and understand the needs of the client. It is only then can we sucessfully interpret thoses needs into ideas which in turn are translated into a physical form. Communication is key to this process and we use a range of digital media and platforms to do so,
Our approach is to LISTEN, TRANSLATE and COMMUNICATE
Our Studio
Located near the Severn Valley, on the Shropshire/Worcestershire/Herefordshire border, the practice heavily influenced by its surroundings and the theme of nature, sustainability and Climate Change is at it's very core.
As influences of the build environment, our aim is to design high quality buildings that are innovative and inspirational, whilst still being practical, robust and cost effective. As well as contemporary new build projects, we get involved in the adaptation of existing residential buildings and are always looking for new ways to inspire clients and regenerate the built environment.
Julie is a Chartered Architect with nearly 30 years of experience. Having worked in both the public and private sector, Julie has a diverse and unique perspective into several different design sectors. Throughout her career she has maintained a keen interest in Sustainable design, green technologies and energy efficiency which continues to be at the centre of her design philosophy and the importance she places on the value of good architectural design.
Julie is also involved in the Birmingham School of Architecture where she originally studied in the mid 1980s. Here she shares her passion for design and detail with tomorrows generation of designers and believes that being part of this dynamic and creative environment helps to inspire and enrich the work she does.
Outside of the office, Julie is a keen mountaineer, having climbed in Africa and the Himalayas, she can now be found mostly wandering the hills of Scotland ticking Munros. A runner and cyclist, she still enters challenging trail runs for fun and to keep fit.
