LATEST NEWS

News

Leading international interior design practice appoints Payte Architects London for Embassy Court HRB refurbishment
Byadmin April 20, 2026October 7, 2026

A leading international interior design practice has appointed Payte to provide specialist higher-risk building and regulatory services for the refurbishment of a substantial apartment at Embassy Court, St John’s Wood. The building Embassy Court, designed by CZWG, is an eight-storey private residential building on Wellington Road overlooking Lord’s Cricket Ground. Clad in Portland stone, it…

Read More Leading international interior design practice appoints Payte Architects London for Embassy Court HRB refurbishment
News

Complex listed building consent secured in Bryanston Square
Byadmin March 2, 2026October 7, 2026

Payte has taken a complex apartment scheme in Bryanston Square, Marylebone, through planning and listed building consent. The Grade II listed property had seen earlier proposals run into difficulties. The challenge The client wanted substantial changes at the rear of their apartment. In a Grade II listed building, that is never straightforward. Any alteration that…

Read More Complex listed building consent secured in Bryanston Square
Building Safety Regulations | Higher risk buildings

The Role of the Principal Designer in a BSR Application
Byadmin September 29, 2025May 14, 2026

At Payte Architects London, we guide clients through the demanding process of the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). If you are planning works in a High-Risk Building (HRB), appointing a Principal Designer is not just best practice — it is a legal requirement. And it’s not paperwork. As Principal Designer, I put my name to the compliance pack — which means…

Read More The Role of the Principal Designer in a BSR Application
Building Safety Regulations | Case Studies | Higher risk buildings | License to alter

Case Study: Navigating a Complex Licence to Alter for a Ground-Floor Retail Fit-Out in a Higher-Risk Building
Byadmin August 26, 2025May 14, 2026

Project at a Glance Client: Private investor · Property: Unit 5.02, Riverside Place, London SE10 · Building: Newly completed mixed-use development, registered Higher-Risk Building (HRB) · Use Class / Scope: Licence to Alter (LTA) for a convenience store / off-licence fit-out · Status: With landlord’s solicitors for final LTA execution; works due to start immediately…

Read More Case Study: Navigating a Complex Licence to Alter for a Ground-Floor Retail Fit-Out in a Higher-Risk Building
Building Safety Regulations | Higher risk buildings

The Case For Using Structural Engineers for British Safety Regulation Applications
Byadmin August 14, 2025May 14, 2026

Leading High-Risk Building Projects with Confidence At Payte Architects London, we take our role as Principal Designer on high-risk building (HRB) projects extremely seriously. Under the Building Safety Act, we are responsible not only for the architectural design but also for ensuring that every supporting discipline — particularly structural engineering — is carried out to…

Read More The Case For Using Structural Engineers for British Safety Regulation Applications
Luxury estates

Architectural Expertise for Crown Estate Properties
Byadmin March 1, 2025May 14, 2026

Specialist architects for prime central London Residences Owning property in these areas offers special benefits, but it also involves strict rules. These regulations help protect their heritage and architectural style. If you want to renovate, reconfigure, or restore your home, we can help. We focus on securing the needed permissions, licences to alter (LTAs), and…

Read More Architectural Expertise for Crown Estate Properties
Luxury estates

Expert Architects for Grosvenor Estate Properties
Byadmin March 1, 2025May 14, 2026

Bespoke Architectural and Interior Design Services in Mayfair & Belgravia The Grosvenor Estate belongs to the Duke of Westminster. It stands for luxury, heritage, and great architecture. The estate covers some of London’s top addresses, like Mayfair and Belgravia. It has always maintained strict planning and design standards. This helps keep the character and prestige…

Read More Expert Architects for Grosvenor Estate Properties
Luxury estates

Architectural & Design Expertise For Howard de Walden Estate Properties
Byadmin February 28, 2025May 14, 2026

Specialist Architects in Marylebone’s Most Prestigious Properties The Howard de Walden Estate sits in the centre of Marylebone. This area is known for its stylish period homes, lively high street, and a good mix of homes, shops, and businesses. The estate has been vital in reviving Marylebone High Street. It keeps the area’s charm and…

Read More Architectural & Design Expertise For Howard de Walden Estate Properties
Interior architecture

Seamless Interior Architecture
Byadmin February 24, 2025May 14, 2026

Innovative Design Integrated Within a Timeless Framework We think great London interior architecture blends smart design with your property’s unique charm. Badrieh, our Interior Design Director, teams up closely with Teddy, our Senior Architect. Together, they form an excellent partnership. This teamwork makes the design process easy and very effective for our clients. A Collaborative Approach…

Read More Seamless Interior Architecture
Luxury estates

Navigating London’s Great Estates
Byadmin February 21, 2025May 14, 2026

Expert Architectural Guidance for Restoration and Renovation London’s Great Estates are synonymous with heritage, luxury, and timeless elegance. Mayfair, Marylebone, Regent Street, and Chelsea have been influenced by famous families and institutions over the years. These include the Grosvenor, Howard de Walden, Crown, and Cadogan Estates. At Payte Architects, we know these prestigious locations well….

Read More Navigating London’s Great Estates