Woodward Smith Chartered Architects Ltd

What Woodward Smith Chartered Architects Ltd does

Woodward Smith Chartered Architects Ltd is a RIBA Chartered architectural practice headquartered at 6 Tuly Street, Barnstaple, North Devon, operating as a private limited company with sole ownership held by Director Matt Steart since 2024. The firm serves three client segments: residential developer clients (projects ranging from 2-5 house schemes to 200+ unit developments including Taw Wharf, Mount Sandford Green, and Chil Park), private residential clients (one-off houses, extensions, conversions, and barn conversions), and community/leisure clients (educational, sports, tourism, and public facilities such as the Saunton Sands Spa extension and Petroc's COTIE 2 facility). Service delivery follows RIBA Plan of Work stages 0-6, from inception and planning applications through to contract administration and completion.

The practice employs approximately 12 team members including Chartered Architects, MCIAT Architectural Technologists, two SAP assessors, an apprentice studying at UWE Bristol, and administrative/accounts staff. Technical capability centres on Revit-based BIM modelling, in-house SAP and EPC assessments, Elmhurst-certified Dynamic Thermal Modelling for Part O overheating compliance, and Psi Value thermal junction calculations. Specialist domain expertise covers Class Q permitted development barn conversions, fallback planning strategy, and navigation of North Devon rural planning policies (DM27, DM25, DM18), underpinned by multi-year relationships with the local planning authorities of North Devon, Torridge, Mid Devon, and Exmoor National Park.

The business model is fee-based professional services: architectural fees are project-specific, determined through consultation, and structured around RIBA contract work stages. Revenue is generated through three horizontal service lines (Developer Clients, Private Clients, Community & Leisure) plus ancillary planning and regulatory services (Heritage Statements, Design & Access Statements, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, building regulations compliance). Marketing relies on the firm website, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and seasonal newsletters, with project sourcing weighted toward referrals, repeat developer business, and inbound enquiry. No external investment, parent company, or public listing is disclosed.

Name

Woodward Smith Chartered Architects Ltd

Legal name

Woodward Smith Chartered Architects Ltd

Website

https://woodward-smith.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Woodward Smith Chartered Architects is a RIBA Chartered architectural practice in Barnstaple, North Devon, delivering RIBA stages 0-6 design, planning, and regulatory services to residential developers, private homeowners, and community/leisure clients across Northern and Mid Devon.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Services

NAICS

Architectural Services (541310), Residential Remodelers (236118), Interior Design Services (54141)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Renovation, Remodeling & Tenant Improvements (General Contracting) (IMAFAAAE)

Keywords

• Architectural design services
• Residential architecture
• Urban design masterplanning
• Building regulations compliance
• Sustainable building design

Headquarters

HQ city

Barnstaple

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Architectural Design Services - Developer Clients: Professional architectural services for residential developments ranging from small scale (2-5 houses) to large housing schemes of 200+ units. Services span from initial concept through to completion under RIBA stages 0-6.
2. Architectural Design Services - Private Clients: Architectural services for private residential clients including one-off houses, extensions, conversions, and refurbishments. Services range from small-scale domestic extensions to multi-million pound bespoke homes.
3. Community and Leisure Projects: Architectural services for educational buildings, public and sports facilities, leisure, and tourism projects. Includes new build facilities and extensions.
4. Planning and Regulatory Services: Services include planning applications, pre-application consultations with local authorities, Heritage Statements, Design & Access Statements, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, and building regulations compliance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Woodward Smith Chartered Architects Ltd is a RIBA Chartered Practice providing architectural design services across North and Mid Devon. The practice delivers residential developments for property developers (2-5 unit to 200+ unit schemes), bespoke residential projects for private clients (one-off houses, extensions, conversions, refurbishments), and community and leisure projects for educational, sports, and tourism clients. Services follow the RIBA Plan of Work stages 0-6, supported by in-house SAP assessments, Elmhurst-certified thermal modelling, Class Q barn conversion expertise, and Building Information Modelling using Revit.

Product overview

Woodward Smith Chartered Architects Ltd is a RIBA Chartered Practice providing architectural design services. The firm operates as a unified service offering organized into three main client-facing service areas: Residential Developer Clients (covering developments, urban design, and masterplanning for projects ranging from small to 200+ housing developments), Residential Private Clients (one-off houses, extensions, and conversions), and Community & Leisure (educational, leisure, and tourism facilities). The practice also offers specialized services including SAP assessments, Part O Overheating calculations, CDM/Building Safety Act compliance, and RIBA contract management through stages 0-6.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential - Developer Clients Services Comprehensive architectural services for residential property developers including development design, urban design, and masterplanning. Portfolio spans small-scale developments of 2-5 houses up to large schemes of 200+ units, including waterfront, courtyard, and affordable housing developments.
• Residential - Private Clients Services Architectural design services for individual homeowners covering one-off houses, extensions, conversions, refurbishments, coastal homes, and barn conversions (Class Q permitted development). Services help clients realize aspirations for extending or altering existing homes or designing new properties from scratch.
• Community & Leisure Services Architectural design services for educational institutions, public facilities, sports and leisure operators, and tourism clients. Services cover extensions and new build facilities from initial concept through to completion.

Quantifiable outcome

• Market Gardens development awarded 'Outstanding Residential Development' at the Construction Awards of Excellence 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

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Feature7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Pearce HomescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProviding high quality buildings and workmanship throughout Devon and Cornwall. Renowned for building some of the finest quality new homes within the South West Peninsula. Multiple collaborative projects including Taw Wharf, Chil Park, and Market Gardens.
• Mazzard HomescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA family-owned property development and construction company based in North Devon, providing unique developments of new and converted homes with high quality finish and exceptional level of detailing. Collaborated on Woolmers Farm and Filleigh projects.
• Loosemore BuilderscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA family-owned company with traditional family values and one of the only chartered building companies in the South West. Passionate about building modern, environmentally friendly homes. Worked on Mount Sandford Green (240 homes).
• North Devon HomescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA registered charity providing affordable homes in the North Devon district. Responsible for over 3,300 homes providing accommodation to over 10,000 customers. Joint client with Pearce Homes on Taw Wharf development.
• Chichester DevelopmentscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBuilding high quality homes and creating stunning developments in North Devon for over 25 years. Properties designed to create stylish and practical homes. Worked on Anchorwood View and Pebble Ridge projects.
• Brend CollectioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPortfolio of hotels across the West Country offering luxury bars, restaurants, and hotel and spa experiences. Worked on Saunton Sands Spa extension and Taw Garages renovation.
• UWE BristolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe University of the West of England, based in Bristol, is the largest provider of higher education in the South West. Currently hosting an Architectural Degree Apprentice studying for their apprenticeship in Architecture at UWE.
• North Devon CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHome to a wide range of courses and qualifications from A Levels and T Levels to apprenticeships. Hosting industry placement students for T-level courses. Awarded T Level Employer of the Year Highly Commended in 2026.
• WebbersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEstate agents located in Barnstaple town centre, North Devon's trusted property specialists helping people buy, sell and let homes across North Devon.
• Taw Motor CentreminorOthersIndependent family-owned car dealer and Main Premium Used Dealer for North Devon with years of experience and innovative fresh approach to the motor trade.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cullinan Studio: UK RIBA architectural practice with strong residential, masterplanning and conservation credentials. Comparable in developer-led residential design and specialism in sustainable, sensitive-context projects.
• Levitt Bernstein: UK RIBA architectural practice renowned for residential, housing association and masterplanning work, including sustainable design. Directly comparable in residential-led developer work and emphasis on sustainable urban and rural building design.
• Karakusevic Carson Architects: London-based architectural practice focused on council housing, residential masterplanning and large-scale developer-led schemes. Comparable in residential developer client work and masterplanning competencies.
• Feilden+Mawson: UK regional RIBA practice with studios delivering residential, education and community projects. Comparable as a similarly sized UK architectural practice serving developer and community clients across mixed typologies.
• PRP Architects: UK RIBA architectural practice with a long-standing housing and residential-led portfolio serving housebuilder and developer clients. Comparable in offering full architectural services across feasibility, planning, technical design and site delivery for residential schemes of varying scales.
• ADP Architects: Multi-studio UK architectural firm delivering housing, education, leisure and community projects. Comparable as a full-service architectural practice working with developers and public-sector clients through the full RIBA work stages.
• AWW Architects: Mid-sized UK architectural practice covering residential, education, healthcare and commercial sectors with a regional studio model. Comparable in size, sector mix and developer/residential client base.
• Stride Treglown: UK regional RIBA architectural practice with offices across the country offering residential, education, leisure and community design. Comparable in combining regional developer-client work with education and community building sectors.
• Haworth Tompkins: Award-winning UK RIBA practice with deep specialism in housing, residential and education projects. Comparable in delivering RIBA stages 0-6 architectural services for residential developer clients and community/education schemes.
• Pollard Thomas Edwards: London- and East Anglia-based RIBA practice focused on housing, residential masterplanning and neighbourhood regeneration. Directly comparable as a residential-led architectural firm working with developers and housing associations on schemes from small infill to large multi-phase developments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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