Brightman Clarke is a client-focused, award-winning, RIBA Chartered Architects Practice, working in and around Sheffield, Chesterfield and the Peak District National Park.
Bespoke Extensions
We can transform your current property to maximise its full potential: from contemporary single-storey extensions to complete multi-storey house renovations. We can rationalise and create more space. Space to live, entertain and relax.
We are also experienced in designing luxury spaces like swimming pools, home spars/gyms, home entertainment & games rooms, art/recording studios, home offices, libraries and studies, and pro kitchens.
New Build Homes
We offer a full concept-to-completion service. Specialising in contemporary designs, often in sensitive & challenging locations. We specify materials and construction methods that are site- and budget-appropriate and more sustainable.
We are a purposefully small, RIBA registered practice; this allows us to offer you a high-end, bespoke service. We bring a wealth of knowledge, professionalism, and a genuine desire to work collaboratively with you.
We don’t design houses.
Together, we create homes.
We believe in working closely with our clients; we offer you a bespoke, high-quality RIBA architectural design service tailored to your individual needs.
We get to really know you; actively listen to your needs, aspirations and dreams. We put you at the heart of our collaborative design process.
In 2016 Chris Brightman and Jonathan Clarke formed Brightman Clarke Architects. A vibrant architectural practice specialising in bespoke Domestic and Residential schemes.
Initially based in Chesterfield, in 2018, we relocated to our current office in Dore, Sheffield. We are now a team of eight highly skilled, creative professionals with many years of combined architectural experience, having worked on schemes ranging from award-winning houses to multi-million-pound commercial developments.
As you would expect from architects, being passionate about design is a given. But, the real key to our success is focusing on serving our clients' individual needs.
We will intently listen and enthusiastically engage with you at all stages of the project. We will collaboratively develop a bespoke design solution tailor-made to you; your unique needs and aspirations.
With proven technical knowledge and site experience: we can also project manage your build. We will achieve the vision, taking the design for your new house extension or new build home from an inspiring concept to a stunning reality. Every project starts with a chat or friendly ‘hello’ email.
From Concept to Completion
Kind Words from Google Reviews
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A sensitive extension in a tranquil location deep within a Green Belt.
“We are very happy with the service we received… came back with lots of great ideas, one of which was to add the extension to the side rather than the rear, meaning we didn't eat into our garden space… Highly recommended.”
Mark
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A contemporary extension to create an open-plan living space
“We’ve been delighted with the service through the whole process, from early design, planning, through to support during the build. We’ve found them a professional team who are helpful and friendly. We would absolutely recommend Brightman Clarke.”
Jenny
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Sensitive Extension | Broomhill Conservation Area
“ We chose Brightman Clarke after meeting with Chris Brightman… They were the most interested in our ideas and wishes of all the architects we saw, but also came up with solutions we would not have thought of… No hesitation in recommending them and in fact we have done so several times already. “
Ruth
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Contemporary New Home | Fulwood, Sheffield
“…Their designs are both stunning and practical, and from a builder point of view they are achievable, which translates to a successful build in terms of timings, cost and end product… We have no hesitation recommending Brightman Clarke to anybody seeking an architect.”
Whitshaw Builders
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Extension & Total House Refurbishment | Dore, Sheffield
“A tired 60's house with lots of potential that the team at Brightman Clarke helped us realise. Couldn't have asked for more. Highly recommended!”
John
We want to stay small
to stay personal
We are a purposefully small RIBA Chartered Practice, so we can still offer you a truly bespoke personal design service. Yet, as a multi-staffed team, we are resourced and large enough to deliver your project.
Why appoint an RIBA-accredited Chartered Practice?
Peace of mind we comply with strict criteria covering:
