Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Architects in Solihull
Established in 1981, Cross & Craig Associates has built a reputation as a trusted architectural practice serving Solihull and surrounding areas. Our Chartered Architects prioritise client needs, combining creative design with technical expertise to deliver bespoke residential and commercial projects. With over four decades of experience, we specialise in navigating complex planning requirements for listed buildings, conservation areas, and green belt developments.Our team offers end-to-end support from initial concept to project completion, maintaining RIBA-accredited standards throughout. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, flexible service models, and a commitment to transforming client visions into functional, award-winning spaces. Our local knowledge extends across Warwickshire, Stratford, and Bromsgrove, with a portfolio showcasing thousands of successfully completed projects.
Services
Bespoke New Homes
Home Extensions
Planning Permission
Building Regulations
Commercial Design
Conservation Projects
Feasibility Studies
Contract Administration
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of architectural expertise in Solihull and surrounding areas
- Personalised service with Chartered Architects directly managing projects
- Specialist knowledge of local planning regulations and conservation requirements
- Award-winning design team (LABC Best Residential Design 2023)
- Proven track record with thousands of successfully completed projects
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Extremely professional
Delight to work with
Successful planning consent
Patient throughout
Transformed our ideas
Services
Bespoke New Homes
We design unique residential properties tailored to client specifications and site conditions. Our architects create energy-efficient, aesthetically pleasing homes that maximise land potential while complying with local planning regulations. From concept sketches to final construction, we ensure seamless project delivery for private clients and developers.
Home Extensions
Specialists in creating functional additional spaces that enhance property value and family living. We handle all aspects from permitted development assessments to detailed construction drawings, ensuring compliance with building regulations while maintaining architectural harmony with existing structures.
Planning Permission
Expert navigation of local authority requirements for complex projects in conservation areas and green belt locations. Our team prepares comprehensive applications including 2D/3D plans, supporting statements, and ecological surveys to maximise approval chances while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
Commercial Design
We deliver tailored architectural solutions for commercial developments including retail spaces, community halls, and hotel projects. Our services cover feasibility studies, planning applications, and construction management to ensure business requirements are met within regulatory frameworks.
Conservation Projects
Specialist team with extensive experience in listed building renovations and conservation area developments. We balance historical preservation requirements with modern functionality needs, maintaining architectural integrity while ensuring structural compliance and longevity.
People
Vicki Potter
Director
Chartered Architect with expertise in historic buildings and conservation projects. Leads all design initiatives while maintaining RIBA standards. Specialises in green belt developments and listed building renovations with over 20 years' experience at Cross + Craig.
Andrew Simpson
Associate Architect
15-year architectural veteran specialising in bespoke residential design. Focuses on creating tailored solutions for unique client requirements including special needs adaptations. Manages projects from concept to completion with emphasis on client collaboration.
Jeyani James
Chartered Architect
Residential design specialist with post-2021 professional qualifications. Combines modern design principles with practical construction knowledge. Handles both private home projects and developer schemes across the West Midlands region.
Lizzi Wilson
Architectural Designer
Experienced in commercial developments and one-off homes. Oversees technical detailing and planning submissions. Brings expertise from previous roles with major house builders to ensure practical, buildable designs that meet client expectations.
Angela Gonzalez
Architectural Technologist
Chartered Technologist responsible for detailed construction drawings and site inspections. Applies international experience to complex technical challenges. Ensures design concepts translate effectively into practical building solutions during construction phases.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We focus on bespoke residential design, property extensions, commercial developments, and conservation projects. Our expertise includes navigating planning requirements for listed buildings and green belt locations.
How do your fees work?
We offer free initial consultations followed by fixed-rate quotes for early stages. Later phases are charged as a percentage of build costs, with transparent pricing tailored to each project's complexity.
Can you help with planning permission?
Yes, we manage full planning applications including required surveys, 2D/3D plans, and council negotiations. Our local knowledge improves approval chances for complex sites in Solihull and Warwickshire.
Do you work with commercial clients?
Yes, we design commercial buildings including retail spaces, community facilities, and hotel projects. Our services cover feasibility studies, planning applications, and construction management tailored to business requirements.
What areas do you cover?
Primarily Solihull, Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Bromsgrove. We have extensive experience with local planning authorities across the West Midlands region.
How are building regulations handled?
We prepare detailed construction drawings meeting current regulations. Our team coordinates with specialist consultants and manages building control submissions to ensure compliance throughout the construction process.
