A RIBA Chartered Practice
We specialise in Imaginative bespoke designs
Dandelion Seeds Architects is a RIBA chartered practice, offering high quality design across a wide range of sectors and enjoy a close working relationship with all our clientele, whether private clients, charities, main contractors or property developers. We specialise in building designs that are healthy – both for the environment and for the people who live in them.
Interior of improved dwelling, Churchstanton
Sheeps wool, wood fibre insulated barn
New Dwelling
New dwelling
New Dwelling, Class Q (Fallback), Somerset
5 bedroom Barn Conversion
New Dwelling, Somerset
Conversion of traditional Farmstead, Devon
Replacement Dwelling, Uplyme, East Devon
Replacement Dwelling, Uplyme, East Devon
Improved Dwelling, Churchstanton, Somerset
Paragraph 80 House, Somerset
Courtyard of new Dwelling, Somerset
Retrofit and enhancements to 1960;s bungalow, Somerset
New Dwelling
New Dwelling, Somerset
Interior of new extension, Somerset
Annex to Barn Conversion
New Dwelling, Somerset
Grade 2 Listed Building Extension, Taunton
Net Zero Dwelling
Natural Pool, Somerset
Master Bedroom, overlooking AONB, Somerset
Interior of extension, Churchstanton
Interior, Lyme Regis
Alterations to existing bungalow, Uplyme, Dorset
Grade 2 Listed Conversion
Replacement Dwelling, Uplyme, East Devon
New Dwelling, Brompton Ralph, Somerset
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Our Services
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We provide town planning advice to clients throughout the planning process, undertaking feasibility assessments on a range of development proposals. Our expertise and understanding of the planning system in practice enables us to provide effective project management from initial concept to approval.
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We recognize that most people spend 95% of their time indoors and aim to address the crucial need for psychological well-being by crafting environments that harmonize with nature, enriching our wellbeing.
“ Having studied as a practitioner in wellbeing, scientific studies have proven that that toxins in homes, environmental pollution, emissions from the production and processing of building materials, electromagnetic fields from radio masts together with the pollution they cause can be harmful and affect our cellular health.” - Phillip Bristow (ARB RIBA, BA Hons, Dip Arch)
Our design process for healthy living is holistic and we can discuss your preferred options at every stage of the design process to cultivate environments that positively influence our body and mind.
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Dandelion Seeds has specialist staff who have extensive experience providing conservation and development advice for owners of listed buildings. Our professional and experienced team can advise you on each aspect of your construction project, from inception through to completion.
Click here to learn more about our specialist conservation area and listed building advice
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We undertake measured surveys and can prepare the necessary drawings for obtaining Building Regulation Approvals, as required for new build and the conversion, alteration and extension of all types of residential and commercial property.
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Dandelion Seeds Architects consists of a team of architects, construction professionals and expert 3D visualisers. With several decades’ experience in wellness, project management, building technology and sustainability, we bring an industry understanding which provides additional support in achieving our client’s aims.
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Since our inception in 2020, our team has worked on a wide range of projects throughout the South and South West of England. The bulk of our workload has focussed on the design of: Bespoke one-off houses, barn conversions (class Q), netzero affordable modular housing, luxury apartments and grade 2 listed buildings as well as a community centre, paragraph 80 houses and the Master plan for a wellbeing retreat. We also offer planning consultancy services via Constructionline.
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As part of our research and development, we realised there is a shortfall of essential housing in village settings, critical to enable the village infrastructure to thrive. Generally, individuals and families must move away from their existing community networks when either moving to a larger family home or downsizing. Our design provides a solution to a national problem to develop in a highly constrained and challenging open landscape
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We can advise on whether or not to adopt Passive or Active House principles and how to provide high levels of thermal comfort, low energy consumption and a reduced carbon footprint. We work with your design and building teams to influence performance outcomes; thermal comfort, clean fresh air and reduced energy bills.
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Our net profits support our fledging charity Dandelion Seeds Foundation who are delivering projects to support health and wellbeing in Somerset.
Click here to learn more about our sister charity Dandelion Seeds Foundation
Our Current Projects 2024
Passivhaus
Biophilic Design
Biomimetic Design
Class Q Barn Conversion
Passivhaus
Bespoke Homes
Paragraph 84 Houses
Barn Conversion
Retirement Homes
Class MA Change of Use
Community Centre
Wellbeing Retreat
Grade 2 listed Buildings
Passivhaus Biophilic Design Biomimetic Design Class Q Barn Conversion Passivhaus Bespoke Homes Paragraph 84 Houses Barn Conversion Retirement Homes Class MA Change of Use Community Centre Wellbeing Retreat Grade 2 listed Buildings
Our team is working on a wide range of projects throughout the South and South West of England. The bulk of our current workload focusses on the design of: Bespoke one-off houses, Passivhaus, paragraph 84 houses, grade 2 listed buildings, barn conversions (class Q), Class MA change of use, retrofit domestic conversions, a community centre and retirement homes as well as luxury apartments and a Master plan for a wellbeing retreat. We also offer planning consultancy services via Constructionline.
Barn Conversion, Somerset
Grade 2* change of use, Hammet Street, Taunton
Lyme Regis retrofit well underway on site
Class Q replacement dwelling, Taunton
Replacement Dwelling, Uplyme
Alterations and extension - Taunton
New Dwelling, Lyme Regis, Dorset
New Dwelling, Taunton
Wellbeing & Biophilic Design
“We aim to put wellbeing at the heart of our development process, broadening the boundaries of design, both artistically and ecologically. As creative and skilled architects, we create naturally designed spaces that are consciously crafted to invite health, happiness, and calm into your most valued environments” - Phillip Bristow
DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
One of our aims at Dandelion Seeds is to deliver Blue Zones which promote longevity and wellbeing for the residents of these communities. We aim to create wellness spaces with biophilic design principles, where individuals, business’s and communities can flourish.
OUR SERVICES
PLANNING SUBMISSIONS
LABC APPROVALS
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
TENDER DOCUMENTS
LISTED BUILDING
SITE INSPECTIONS
PLANNING SUBMISSIONS LABC APPROVALS CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION TENDER DOCUMENTS LISTED BUILDING SITE INSPECTIONS
We provide the full spectrum of architectural services from planning to completion or anything in between, including - the creation and development of the architectural design; all statutory building applications (i.e Planning Permission and Building Regulations); preparation of project specifications and tender documents; overseeing the whole tender process (cost estimates) and undertaking site inspections throughout, until project completion.
Our professional service can be tailored to suit your individual project requirements.
ABOUT US
Phillip heads up our architectural team and brings 25 years’ experience to the role. He has worked on large-scale, complex residential schemes, Grade II-listed buildings, wellbeing retreats, high-end retail, London schools, developments within areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONB), refurbishments, community buildings and mixed-use masterplanning. He has an impressive track record of delivering inspiring designs, securing planning permission for tricky sites and guiding projects successfully through the construction process.
Using Our Animation Service
Our animations deliver a photo-realistic insight into how your project can look, providing a ringside view and total creative input throughout the entire design process, which our clients find incredibly helpful.
