Architecture

What makes good architecture? We believe that it starts with understanding a place: the people who use it, its context, and its purpose. Only by fully understanding places can we create sustainable communities which thrive.

We create buildings which inspire people, enriching their quality of life. Whether designing a new building on a sensitive site or reinvigorating one which already exists, we make a point of getting to know the people who will use the finished product – the people for whom the building matters most.

It’s an approach which celebrates difference. The buildings we design aren’t recognisably “ADP’s”: they belong to the people who use them, and it’s those communities which ultimately shape each and every one of our projects. By designing buildings in this way, we create architecture which is more sustainable, more creative, and brings more joy to the people it serves.

Our accreditations and specialist experience include:

  • RIBA Chartered Practice
  • RIBA Architecture Ambassador
  • RIBA Client Adviser
  • RIAS Accredited Sustainability Architect
  • Incorporated member of the CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building)
  • Civic Trust Award Assessors
  • CHAS
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 9001
  • BREEAM Assessors
  • One planet design criteria
  • Carbon development
  • Passivhaus accredited
  • Well Standard Silver
  • LEED

Our Architecture projects

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Insights | 29th January 2026

Inclusion in Mainstream Schools

Will Allen is a project director within our schools team. As policy increasingly positions SEND provision as an integral part of mainstream education, Will highlights the crucial role of design and spatial planning in creating SEND ready schools that are genuinely inclusive. He believes that if inclusion is to move beyond policy ambition, design must be part of the conversation.  Government data shows that the number of pupils in England identified with special educational […]

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News | 25th July 2025

The Portico shortlisted for AJ Retrofit & Reuse Award 2025

The Portico has been shortlisted in the Adaptive Reuse into Other (over £5m) category of the AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards 2025. These awards celebrate architectural excellence in the renewal and repurposing of existing buildings. While retaining and adapting heritage assets is inherently sustainable, it must also ensure modern functional and operational needs are met, […]

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News | 17th July 2025

ADP Shortlisted at the OxProp Awards 2025

The OxProp Awards celebrate the people, places, and projects shaping Oxfordshire, one of the UK and Europe’s most dynamic regions. We’re proud to share that ADP has been shortlisted for Architect of the Year. With a presence in Oxfordshire for 60 years, this recognition reflects our commitment and connection to the region. In addition, three […]

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