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Utilising instinct to enable sensory architecture that questions expectation

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Research-led designs with instinct, impact and intelligence

About Chetwoods

We champion architecture that prioritises people, creating spaces that foster wellbeing and enrich experiences within our built environment.

Research is always at the forefront of our design decisions.

Whether it's scientifically measuring emotional response to design, or considering viable alternatives to steel in construction, we collaborate with leading research departments across the world including the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge.

An approach driven by three defining principles

our Approach

Our expertise, intuition, and intelligence are enhanced by an awareness and understanding of shifting industry dynamics and emerging sectors.

Our unique philosophy of Studio, Thrive and Works ensures creativity, sustainability and technology are embedded throughout our practice.

Together these three principles are utilised to push boundaries, develop pioneering schemes, redefine norms and deliver ground-breaking world firsts.

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We have over 35 years experience of operating within the market.

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10 Pioneering schemes over the last 35 years

Striving for impact across every sector

2025
2025
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Currently delivering the first UK architectural project which inhabits a Circular Lifestyle
2024
2024
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One of the first cases of timber being used in the build of a large-scale structure within an industrial and logistics setting in the UK
2023
2023
Innovative infrastructure design that won one of the most prestigious awards for interior design in China
2021
2021
The world’s first Net Zero Carbon for Construction verified building in line with the UKGBC framework
2018
2018
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Utilising hidden space with an award-winning dark hotel in central London
2013
2013
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Forward-thinking design in the life sciences sector with Microsoft's Research headquarters in Cambridge
2012
2012
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The UK’s first deep-sea container port for over 25 years is the most technically advanced container port in the world
2009
2009
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Refurbishing a Victorian building on a tight, urban sight which won the European Hotel Design Awards
2003
2003
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The award-winning retofit of a 1930s house, developed as an architectural study in zoomorphic design
2000
2000
RIBA Stirling Prize shortlisted and the first store to be awarded a ‘excellent’ BREEAM rating

Impact

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We prioritise Environmental, Social and Governance principles throughout our value chain; in our studios, in our policies and in our architecture.

Recognition

Awards

Our pioneering schemes push boundaries, redefine norms and deliver ground-breaking world firsts. We have been recognised by the industry over 75 times.

chetwoods' clients

We work collaboratively with our clients to ensure their schemes are pushing innovation in every sector

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