Our Practice

Nest Architecture - Residential Architects in Sussex, Surrey, Kent & Hampshire

nest architecture is an Architectural practice based in Cuckfield near Haywards Heath in West Sussex, UK.

We specialise in creating bespoke residential architecture of any size for homeowners and property developers. Whether you’re in Brighton, Horsham, Crawley, Guildford or Winchester, we create thoughtful, bespoke homes tailored to your needs.

Our services cover:

  • New build homes - individually tailored designs that reflect your lifestyle and location. Balancing function, beauty and sustainability

  • House Extensions - maximising your living space, light and value with seamless, elegant additions that blend with your existing property

  • Refurbishments & Renovations - breathing new life and character into tired, underused existing properties

  • Masterplans - strategic, creative solutions for larger developments

We are passionate about designing thoughtful, beautiful homes that reflect you: your lifestyle, your routines, your style and inspired by your natural surroundings. From concept to completion nest architecture delivers innovative, practical, and timeless architectural solutions.

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We combine vision, expertise, and practical insight to help every client achieve their perfect nest.

Our founder

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About James – An Architect in London & the South of England

James is a fully qualified Architect with 20 years of experience designing, leading, and delivering residential and hospitality projects across London, Sussex, Surrey, Kent, and the South of England.

He takes a people-focused and collaborative approach, working closely with clients, consultants, planners, and contractors to ensure every project runs smoothly from initial concept through to completion.

James creates functional, high-quality homes and hospitality spaces that reflect each client’s unique vision, aspirations and site. His portfolio ranges from bespoke house extensions to large-scale developments in central London and everything in-between, all delivered with precision and creativity.

Spruce up your perch, let’s create a space worth chirping about

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