Interdisciplinary building design consultancy
Creating
beautiful buildings
We design and transform buildings across their whole lifecycle — architecture, engineering, management and surveying, under one roof.
01 — Who we are
At dhp we are an interdisciplinary building design consultancy. We deliver integrated architecture, MEP engineering, project management, facilities management and building surveying — a cohesive, efficient solution for every kind of building, across every stage of its life.
We are committed to solutions that are innovative, sustainable and durable. One team, one brief, the full building lifecycle.
- 1980
- Established
- 8
- In-house disciplines
- 90%
- Funding success rate
- 4
- Specialist sectors
Accredited & members of
02 — What we do
Everything your building needs, in one team.
Eight disciplines working as one — so your project is coordinated, not contracted out piece by piece.
01Architecture→
We use space, light and form to create inspirational buildings — simple, robust detailing for elegance and longevity.
02MEP Engineering→
Sustainable, low-carbon mechanical, electrical and public-health engineering, woven into every built-environment design.
03Project Management→
Highly skilled, client-focused problem-solvers who drive projects forward from inception through to delivery.
04Building Surveying→
RICS chartered surveyors focused on maximising value and managing risk across the full building lifecycle.
05Professional Services→
Chartered surveyors providing specialist consultancy — party wall, dilapidations, disputes and expert witness.
06Facilities Management→
Ongoing support and impartial advice that relieves the everyday stresses and risks of building maintenance.
07Interior Design→
Innovative interior solutions that enhance a building's environment, complementing its character and architecture.
08Educational Funding Support→
A free bid-writing service with a 90% success rate, securing essential funds for educational projects.
03 — Where we work
Specialist sectors, deep experience.
Decades of focused work in the sectors where good design matters most.
Education
Educational specialists since 1980 — expert in the design, funding and management of schools, colleges and universities.
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Commercial
A comprehensive portfolio of professional services for the commercial sector, from condition surveys to Principal Designer roles.
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Heritage
Highly experienced in the careful refurbishment, repair and maintenance of listed and historic buildings.
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Residential
Professional consultancy across the private housing sector — surveys, upgrades and refurbishments for homeowners, landlords and developers.
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A clear path from brief to handover.
Listen
We start with your brief, your building and your budget — and the constraints that shape them.
Concept
Design proposals that balance ambition with buildability, sustainability and cost.
Coordinate
One interdisciplinary team, one point of contact, fully coordinated across every discipline.
Deliver
From consents to construction to handover — and the maintenance that follows.
05 — Selected work
Buildings we're proud of.
A small selection of recent projects across education, commercial, heritage and residential sectors.
06 — News & insight
From the team.
Is Your School at Risk of Collapse?
In September 2023, more than 100 schools in England closed over RAAC concrete fears. Here's what the hidden danger in school roofs means for your estate — and how to act before there's a visible warning.
5 Steps to Sustainable Construction Success
Sustainable construction isn't the future — it's the now. Five practical shifts, from low-impact materials to green design, that make any build greener without a complete overhaul.
Why In-House Architects Are the Secret Sauce
Why keeping architects in-house — rather than outsourcing — unlocks better collaboration, faster responsiveness and stronger design integrity across every stage of a project.
Have a building in mind?
Tell us what you're planning. From first sketch to final handover, our interdisciplinary team will take care of it.