We are a long-established architectural practice offering a friendly, bespoke service with an emphasis on the practical delivery of imaginative designs
West Scott Architects is an architecture practice with clients including private homeowners, heritage and cultural institutions, and churches. Our specialism is managing conservation and change in historic buildings with sound judgement, skill and sensitivity. We also design new buildings and extensions in historic settings.
From small projects to major refurbishments, we will guide you through the complexities of the building process to deliver your vision with practical, elegant and carefully crafted design.
SELECTED Works
RESIDENTIAL
High-end refurbishment of spectacular rural propertyCountry House, Guildford
New oak staircase with bespoke detailingArts & Crafts House, Surrey
HERITAGE
Refurbishment and extension of listed Bedford Park landmarkVictorian Society Offices
Extensive roofing and chimney repairs to historic building complexChigwell School
Major project to conserve ruins at iconic siteHighgate Cemetery
CHURCHES
Comprehensive reordering with new flooring, lighting and bespoke furnitureSidmouth Parish Church
Major stonework repairs and new WCsSt Matthew’s, Surbiton
Craft repair of historic window tracerySpecialist Works
We work from studio premises in the historic Bedford Park Conservation Area and undertake projects across London, the south of England and beyond.
We have over 30 years’ experience in Bedford Park successfully handling hundreds of listed building consent applications.
We are exceptionally experienced in handling the planning and listed building consent process and can balance the needs of our clients with the planning criteria, with sensitive and well-informed design that can satisfy the demands of the planners.
We are happy to offer a consultancy service to potential purchasers, local estate agents and others who wish to understand the parameters for improving and renovating listed properties in the area.
RECENT CLIENTS
Highgate Cemetery Trust Chiswick House & Gardens Trust The Victorian Society Chigwell School Hopkins Architects The Greek Cathedral of St Sophia, Bayswater, London Churches in the dioceses of London, Southwark, Exeter, and Bath & Wells, including: St Gabriel’s Church, Pimlico St Matthew’s Church, Surbiton St Andrew’s Church, Kingsbury St Mary the Virgin, Holne St Swithun’s Church, Sandford
PEOPLE
The partnership of Oliver West and John Scott Architects was established in 1986, becoming a limited company in 2006. In 2019 we rebranded as West Scott Architects. Today, the practice is owned and managed by director, Nick Bethune, supported by founding partner and former director John Scott as consultant conservation architect.
ACCREDITATIONS
West Scott Architects is an RIBA Chartered Practice. Nick Bethune and John Scott are Architects Accredited in Building Conservation (AABC).