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Urbanist Architecture
Planning history
93 public planning applications
Credentials & registries
RIBA
Awards & recognition
2 independent awards
Evidence summary
Urbanist Architecture is an RIBA-chartered multidisciplinary architecture firm based in London with offices in Greenwich and Belgravia. They support homeowners, landlords, and developers with projects ranging from residential extensions and renovations to new-build developments.
Established in 2013, the firm is registered with the Architects Registration Board and holds chartered membership with the Royal Town Planning Institute.
From public sources, July 2026
Trust Score
59out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 25 reviews
- 1 credential shown
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume25
Independent sources2 independent public sources
Credentials1 credential shown
How this score is made up
What customers say34.5 of 60
Independent checks18.6 of 30
Track record6.3 of 10
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- Reviewed on more than one site2.6 of 5.1
- Registered company details5.1 of 5.1
- Photos of their work4.3 of 4.3
- Industry recognition1.7 of 1.7
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Urbanist Architecture’s real planning history from public planning applications, showing where they’ve worked and how often schemes were approved. · Active 2014–2026
approval rate65%
planning applications93
approved schemes39
councils worked in15
What they work on
The kinds of project Urbanist Architecture has filed planning applications for.
- Loft conversion13
- Rear extension25
- Side extension4
- Two-storey extension4
- Extension36
- Basement7
- Annexe1
- Change of use10
- Conservatory / orangery3
- Balcony / roof terrace4
- Porch2
- Driveway / dropped kerb1
- Boundary wall / fence / gates2
- Listed building / conservation1
- Shopfront / commercial2
- Demolition11
- Windows & doors6
- Roof / fenestration13
- Advertisement / signage1
- Solar / renewables4
Where they’ve worked
Each pin is a planning application, coloured by the council decision we found.
Council experience
- Lewisham · 14 applications since 2016See planning experience in Lewisham
- Greenwich · 13 applications since 2015See planning experience in Greenwich
- Enfield · 12 applications since 2015See planning experience in Enfield
- Newham · 9 applications since 2014See planning experience in Newham
- Lambeth · 8 applications since 2024See planning experience in Lambeth
- Barnet · 7 applications since 2015See planning experience in Barnet
- Bromley · 6 applications since 2017See planning experience in Bromley
- Tower Hamlets · 6 applications since 2015See planning experience in Tower Hamlets
- Hackney · 5 applications since 2021See planning experience in Hackney
- Brent · 4 applications since 2023See planning experience in Brent
- Chichester · 2 applications since 2025
- Ealing · 2 applications since 2019See planning experience in Ealing
- Southwark · 2 applications since 2026See planning experience in Southwark
- Westminster · 2 applications since 2025See planning experience in Westminster
- Sutton · 1 application since 2023See planning experience in Sutton
Recent planning applications
- PendingGround Floor Flat 44 Marlborough Place London NW8 0PLDetails of the materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the extension; pursuant to condition 3 of planning permission dated 5th June 2026 (RN 26/00450/FULL)
- Pending4 CLAYTON MEWS, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8HZSubmission of details pursuant to discharge condition 4 (Demolition and Construction Management Plan) of planning permission reference 25/3970/HD dated 02/02/2026.
- Pending1-1A DAVENPORT ROAD, LONDON, SE6 2AYDetails submitted pursuant to Condition 4-External Facing Materials of planning permission DC/24/136123 dated 17th October 2024 at 1-1A Davenport Road SE6.
- Pending4 CLAYTON MEWS, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 8HZSubmission of details pursuant to the discharge of Condition 5 (Hard and Soft Landscaping) of planning permission dated 02/02/2026, (Ref: 25/3970/HD).
- PendingKingfisher Cottage Westlands Lane Birdham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7HHApplication seeks to confirm the lawfulness of established residential use of Owl Cottage, located within the curtilage of Kingfisher Cottage as an independent, self-contained residential dwelling, under Section 191 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended).
- Pending244 Willesden Lane, Willesden, London, NW2 5REDemolition of conservatory and shed and erection of single-storey rear extension and installation of door to side elevation of dwellinghouse.
- Pending1 Chilton Road Edgware HA8 7NJUse as 7no. self-contained flats
- Pending31 GILLIAN STREET, LONDON, SE13 7AJDetails submitted pursuant to Condition 6 (Architectural Detailing), Condition 7 (Materials), Condition 10 (Hard Landscaping), Condition 11 (Soft Landscaping), Condition 12 (Boundary Treatment) and Condition 14 (Living Roof) of planning permission DC/25/139782 dated 13 February 2026 at 31 Gillian Street SE13.
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- Pending31 GILLIAN STREET, LONDON, SE13 7AJDetails submitted pursuant to Condition 13 (Bird/Bat Boxes) of planning permission DC/25/139782 dated 13 February 2026 at 31 Gillian Street SE13.
- No decision31 GILLIAN STREET, LONDON, SE13 7AJDetails submitted pursuant to Condition 24 (Sustainable Drainage Strategy) of planning permission DC/25/139782 dated 13 February 2026 at 31 Gillian Street SE13.
- Pending15 Colnbrook Street London Southwark SE1 6EZFirst-floor rear extension to existing outrigger; lowering & reinstatement of front parapet entablature; repair and re-glazing of existing windows; replacement of rear basement window with French doors; new front lightwell staircase; installation of Air Source Heat Pump/Air Conditioning and building services upgrades; associated internal alterations, repairs, and landscaping.
- Pending15 Colnbrook Street London Southwark SE1 6EZListed building consent for the first-floor rear extension to existing outrigger; lowering & reinstatement of front parapet entablature; repair and re-glazing of existing windows; replacement of rear basement window with French doors; new front lightwell staircase; installation of Air Source Heat Pump/Air Conditioning and building services upgrades; associated internal alterations, repairs, and landscaping.
- No decision89 Lichfield Grove London N3 2JLSingle storey rear extension with 1no. rooflight. Addition of 1no. front and 1no. rear facing rooflights to existing roof
- Approved22 Amesbury Avenue London Lambeth SW2 3AAErection of a single storey side and rear extension to the existing dormer.
- PendingKingfisher Cottage Westlands Lane Birdham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7HHExisting lawful development certificate for the continued use of building (known as Oak Cottage) as a residential self-contained dwelling.
- No decision14 Buckingham Place London SW1E 6HXDetailed drawings of the dormers and windows pursuant to condition 4 of planning permssion dated 6th February 2025 (RN: 24/08828/FULL).
- Approved108A Landor Road London SW9 9NTApproval of details pursuant to condition 11(f) (details of rainwater goods), and 11(h) (details of vents, extracts, flues, etc) of planning permission 19/01898/FUL (Refurbishment and change of use of the existing buildings (rear building - Use Class C2 and front building - Use Class B1) to provide 12 residential units (Use Class C3), including the erection of a 3-storey side extension to the front building, plus the erection of 2 new 2-storey single dwelling houses, together with provision of cycle/refuse stores, amenity spaces and landscaping. (Re-submission)), granted on 18/11/2021.
- Approved108A Landor Road London SW9 9NTApproval of details pursuant to Condition 31(ii) (Sustainable Drainage System Strategy), Condition 37 (Photovoltaic Panels) and Condition 40 (Delivery and Servicing Management Strategy) for planning permission 19/01898/FUL (Refurbishment and change of use of the existing buildings (rear building - Use Class C2 and front building - Use Class B1) to provide 12 residential units (Use Class C3), including the erection of a 3-storey side extension to the front building, plus the erection of 2 new 2-storey single dwelling houses, together with provision of cycle/refuse stores, amenity spaces and landscaping.) dated 9.03.2023
- Approved193A TRAFALGAR ROAD, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 9EQChange of use from Estate Agency (Class E) to Thai massage and spa treatments salon (Sui Generis Class), with internal partition alterations and no external changes to the building.
- Approved108A Landor Road London Lambeth SW9 9NTApproval of details pursuant to condition 13 (Boundary Treatments) of planning permission 19/01898/FUL (Refurbishment and change of use of the existing buildings (rear building - Use Class C2 and front building - Use Class B1) to provide 12 residential units (Use Class C3), including the erection of a 3-storey side extension to the front building, plus the erection of 2 new 2-storey single dwelling houses, together with provision of cycle/refuse stores, amenity spaces and landscaping) granted on 18.11.2021.
- Approved108A Landor Road London SW9 9NTApproval of details pursuant to conditions 19 (Secured by Design Standards) and 20 (Secured by Design certificate) of Planning Permission Ref: 19/01898/FUL (Refurbishment and change of use of the existing buildings (rear building - Use Class C2 and front building - Use Class B1) to provide 12 residential units (Use Class C3), including the erection of a 3-storey side extension to the front building, plus the erection of 2 new 2-storey single dwelling houses, together with provision of cycle/refuse stores, amenity spaces and landscaping. (Re-submission).) granted on 18.11.2021
- No decision108A Landor Road London Lambeth SW9 9NTVariation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) of planning permission 19/01898/FUL (Refurbishment and change of use of the existing buildings (rear building - Use Class C2 and front building - Use Class B1) to provide 12 residential units (Use Class C3), including the erection of a 3-storey side extension to the front building, plus the erection of 2 new 2-storey single dwelling houses, together with provision of cycle/refuse stores, amenity spaces and landscaping) granted on 09.03.2023. Variation sought: Alteration to cycle storage facilities to provide horizontal cycle racks in substitution of the semi-vertical tacks; Addition of sprinkler pumps and corresponding fire booster tank; Rectification of the duplicated conditions 11(g); removal of condition 36; and minor associated alterations to the façade and landscaping.
- Approved108A Landor Road London SW9 9NTApproval of details pursuant to condition 16 (Materials specification) of planning permission ref: 19/01898/FUL (Refurbishment and change of use of the existing buildings (rear building - Use Class C2 and front building - Use Class B1) to provide 12 residential units (Use Class C3), including the erection of a 3-storey side extension to the front building, plus the erection of 2 new 2-storey single dwelling houses, together with provision of cycle/refuse stores, amenity spaces and landscaping) granted on 18.11.2021. The description amended under non-material amendment application ref: 22/03411/NMC granted on 09.03.2023.
- Approved90-92 TRAFALGAR ROAD, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 9UWSubmission of details pursuant to Condition 3 (Material Details) of planning permission 23/1399/F dated 19/01/2024.
- Refused108A Landor Road London SW9 9NTApproval of details pursuant to condition 16 (materials) of planning permission ref: 19/01898/FUL for the refurbishment and change of use of the existing buildings (rear building - Use Class C2 and front building - Use Class B1) to provide 11 residential units (Use Class C3), including the erection of a 3-storey side extension to the front building, plus the erection of 2 new 2-storey single dwelling houses, together with provision of cycle/refuse stores, amenity spaces and landscaping) granted on 18.11.2021, description of development as amended under Non-material amendment application ref: 22/03411/NMC granted on 09.03.2023.
- Pending246 Queensbridge Road, Hackney, London, E8 3NBErection of a rear dormer extension with skylight, raising the ridge of the roof and installation of one rooflight to the side elevation.
- Refused40 Teignmouth Road, London, NW2 4HNVariation of condition 2 (Approved Drawings) to allow the following changes: - Correction of Existing Ground Levels - Amendment to the Roof Type from original Mono pitch Roof to Proposed Pitch to Flat Roof - Increase in Flank Wall Height - Amendment of Patio Door - Removal of Fixed Arched Window of Householder application reference 23/3349 dated 16 February 2024 for Demolition of conservatory and erection of a mono-pitched single storey rear extension, side infill extension and restoration of upper level rear bricks to dwellinghouse (amended)
- Approved47 HURSTBOURNE ROAD, LONDON, SE23 2AAApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate (Existing) submitted under Section (191) of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for the use of Hurstbourne Road, SE23 as three seperate self-contained dwellings for a period of more than four years.
- Approved40 Teignmouth Road, London, NW2 4HNDemolition of conservatory and erection of a mono-pitched single storey rear extension, side infill extension and restoration of upper level rear bricks to dwellinghouse (amended)
- Pending246 Queensbridge Road, Hackney, London, E8 3NBSubmission of details pursuant to Condition 6 (Flood Construction Details) attached to planning permission reference 2021/2292
- Pending246 Queensbridge Road, Hackney, London, E8 3NBSubmission of details pursuant to Conditions 5 (SUDS) attached to planning permission ref 2021/2292
- Approved90-92 TRAFALGAR ROAD, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 9UWErection of an additional storey, first-floor rear extension and refurbishment of the building to create 10 short-term accommodation rooms (Use Class C1) above a pub, including the upgrade of the pub frontage and other associated works. [Reconsultation revised site plan]
- Approved43 Haddon Road Sutton SM1 1RNErection of a two storey attached dwellinghouse involving the erection of a part one, part two storey front, side and rear extension to 43 Haddon Road and provision of refuse and cycle stores.
- Approved21 Wolsey Avenue East Ham London Newham E6 6HGErection of Ground Floor side infill extension, partial first floor extension and an erection of an L-Shape dormer extension with internal and exteral alteration.
- Approved85 Royston Road Penge London SE20 7QWMinor material amendment under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to allow variation of condition 2 of planning application ref: 21/01705/FULL1 (granted on the 8th March 2022 for Demolition of two storey annexe and single storey outbuilding and construction of a three storey building (consisting of six flats of 2 no 2 bedroom flats and 4 no 1 bedroom 1 person flats). Installation of four dormer windows and four rooflights. New front garden to Flat 1, New Rear Gardens for flats 2 & 3 and new communal garden for flats 4, 5 & 6. Six car parking spaces to allow the following revisions to the approved plans; 2 x 1 bedroom flats, 4 x studio flats, amends to stairwell, enlargement of front and rear dormer windows to single larger dormer window at roof level, six rooflights, increase to ridge height of building, new communal garden area for flats 3, 4, 5, & 6. Reconfiguration of car parking spaces, fenestration and external alterations, changes to refuse provision
- ApprovedThe Elms And Land Adjacent Mottingham Lane Mottingham LondonErection of a 3 storey five bedroom dwelling with integral double garage, rear balconies, green roof and solar panels. Construction of new boundary fence, vehicular access and hardstanding, landscaping, refuse storage and cycle storage.
- Approved14 Station Approach Hayes Bromley BR2 7EHChange of use from Kitchen Showroom (Class E) to Thai Massage and Spa Treatment Facility (Sui Generis Class)
- Approved8 Dollis Hill Avenue, London, NW2 6ETProposed part demolition of detached garage and the erection of single storey rear extension to dwellinghouse
- Pending246 Queensbridge Road, Hackney, London, E8 3NBReplacement of existing single glazed timber windows, French doors and entrance door with like-for-like double glazed timber windows and doors
- Pending246 Queensbridge Road, Hackney, London, E8 3NBDemolition of the existing conservatory; erection of two storey rear extension over ground and basement floors; alterations to the forecourt; installation of roof lights to the rear and side roof slopes; PV panels on the rear roof slope and a ground source heat pump in the rear garden.
- Approved21A Florence Road Plaistow London E13 0DWErection of rear terrace on first floor, relocation and replacement of front door to give access to the site from Rudolph Road, addition of 2x new windows to Rudolph Road facade, addition of 3x sun tunnels, replacement of all existing dilapidated windows and replacement of external render.
- No decision22 Esmond Road Chiswick London W4 1JQExcavation to provide extended basement level with associated front lightwell
- No decision21 Abbey Road Enfield EN1 2QPVariation of condition 2 of approval granted under reference 16/03061/HOU to allow alterations to rear garden and BBQ area.
- No decision5 Limeharbour, London, E14 9RHMinor Material Amendment to Planning Permission Ref: PA/18/01521 for the change of use of the ground, first and second floors from office use (B1a) to a place of worship (D1), Dated 17/12/2019Amendment sought to extend the opening hours of the premises:Condition 8 - Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 22:00; Friday - Saturday: 08:00 - 00:00; Sunday: 08:00 - 21:00; and 24 hours three times a year (One weekend in March, in September and on New Year's Eve).
- RefusedSchool House Avebury Road Orpington BR6 9SADemolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings and construction of two no. 2 storey 3 bedroom dwellings with associated access, parking and landscaping.
- No decision22A, 22B & 22C Esmond Road Chiswick London W4 1JQChange of use of property from three self-contained residential units to a single family dwellinghouse with associated single storey side/rear wraparound extension (following demolition of existing rear addition); replacement of single glazed timber framed windows to front/rear and side elevations with double glazed timber framed windows; replacement of entrance door on side return with timber framed window; alterations to front porch design and to front dormer window design to combine a parapet feature; installation of a rooflight to side roofslope; recladding to the second floor existing rear and front boundary palisade fencing and gate
- Approved33 EARLSWOOD STREET, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10 9ETConstruction of a single storey rear infill extension including lowering of ground level in rear garden, a first floor rear extension and the relocation of an outbuilding.
- Approved32 Vicarage Lane Stratford London E15 4ESChange of use from retail unit (Use Class A1) to tattoo studio (Sui Generis).
- RefusedUnit 1, Red Brick Court, 459 Roman Road, London, E3 5LXChange of use from retail (Use Class A1) to Beauty Salon and Nail Bar (Sui Generis)
- Approved33 VAUGHAN WILLIAMS CLOSE, LONDON, SE8 4AWThe construction of a single-storey front porch extension to 33 Vaughan Williams Close, SE8.
- RefusedGARDEN FLAT 26 CLARENDON RISE, LONDON, SE13 5EYCertificate of Lawfulness (Existing) in respect to the use of Garden Flat, 26 Clarendon Rise, SE13 as a single self-contained residential dwelling (C3)
- Approved24 East India Dock Road, LondonConversion of Flat A maisonette into 2 x 1 bed flats with the erection of a two-storey rear infill extension.
- Approved23 Princes Avenue London N3 2DARoof extension involving rear dormer window, 3no front facing rooflights and new side gable window
- Refused124, 126 and 128 Charlton Road, Charlton, SE7 7EYDemolition of existing roof at 124 and construction of a new hip-to-gable roof extension at No.124, No.126, and No.128 with the installation of two rear dormer windows and eight rooflights above No.126 and No.128 with the construction of a part one/part two storey rear extension at No.126 and No.128 and the creation of one x studio flat at roof level.(re-consultation - revised description and revised site address).
- Approved14 St Michael's Close Bickley Bromley BR1 2DXRetrospective application for the conversion of a garage into a habitable room and the erection of a small rear extension.
- No decision49 West Heath Drive London NW11 7QGNew hardstanding to provide off street parking
- Approved104 Hollybush Street Plaistow London E13 9EBPrior notification application for the construction of a single storey rear extension. The details submitted are as follows: The proposed extension will extend beyond the rear wall by 6m The maximum height of the proposed extension from the natural ground level is 3.062m The height at eaves level of the proposed extension measured from the natural ground level is 2.957m
- Refused120 Herbert Road, Woolwich, London, SE18 3PUConversion of the property into 3 self-contained flats (1 x 3-bed and 2 x 1-bed ) incorporating demolition of existing lean-to for the construction of a single storey rear extension, single storey side infill extension and a loft conversion comprising rear dormer window (including outrigger). (Reconsultation - Revised Description).
- ApprovedFIRST FLOOR FLAT, 25 COLLINGTREE ROAD, LONDON, SE26 4QGThe installation of 3 rooflights to the rear roof slope at first floor flat, 25 Collingtree Road, SE26 in relation to the conversion of loft to provide habitable space.
- Refused104 Southwood Road, Eltham, London, SE9 3QSErection of a lower ground floor extension to provide 1 x self-contained studio unit.
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- Houzz25 reviews · 5.0 avg
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Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for architects in London
Across 325 architects in London, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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About
Urbanist Architecture is an RIBA-chartered multidisciplinary architecture firm in London with offices in Greenwich and Belgravia. Our unrivalled experience covers both new and existing buildings and ranges from extensions and renovations to new-build developments in urban and rural settings. We pride ourselves on our ability to consistently offer outstanding creative design and effectively manage projects from concept to completion. Whether you are a homeowner, landlord or developer, we are here to help you build what you want. From residential extensions to flat conversions, listed building renovations to new-build homes, we will work with you to create places that are cost-efficient and enjoyable, practical and stylish.
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3D RenderingAccessible DesignArchitectural DesignArchitectural DrawingsBasement ConversionBasement DesignBathroom DesignBuilding ConservationBuilding DesignCustom Build HomesDesign ConsultationEco Homes
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How long they've really been tradingIndependent sources agree they've been operating since at least 2013. That's 13 years, confirmed across 3 separate sources.
Company registered2013Website online since2013Planning approvals since2014Award-winning since2017
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Is Urbanist Architecture a legitimate business?
Urbanist Architecture has 25 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
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Urbanist Architecture has 25 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
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Is Urbanist Architecture qualified and accredited?
We hold 1 independently sourced credential for Urbanist Architecture, including RIBA. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, RIBA is the Royal Institute of British Architects, the chartered professional body for architects.
Has Urbanist Architecture won any awards?
Urbanist Architecture holds 2 independent awards, including 7× Best of Houzz winner (2025, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017); Rated one of the 3 best architects in London. These are third-party awards from 2 separate bodies: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
Is Urbanist Architecture a registered business?
Urbanist Architecture is a registered business on Companies House (company number 08567312), incorporated 12 Jun 2013, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
Has Urbanist Architecture had planning applications approved?
Public council decisions show 39 approved applications for Urbanist Architecture across 15 councils, the most recent in 2026. That's a 65% approval rate across 60 decided applications, not a self-declared claim.
What does Urbanist Architecture specialise in?
Urbanist Architecture lists specialist services including 3D Rendering, Accessible Design, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Basement Conversion, Basement Design. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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