Our 35th Anniversary: The Early 2010s July 22, 2022

Our anniversary celebrations continue with our favourite projects from the early 2010s. We completed, New Barn School, a specialist School working with Sussex Healthcare. When designing a special school our starting point will be to spend time in the school to really understand the particular needs of the pupils and how the architecture can make…

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David Gradden joins as Architectural Technologist July 20, 2022

We are delighted to welcome David Gradden as Architectural Technologist. Originally from South Africa, David qualified with his N.H Dip (Arch) in Johannesburg and developed professionally as an Architectural Technologist in a broad range of sectors from Schools, Hospitals, Police stations, University campus buildings and High-end residential projects. After moving to the U.K in 2015…

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Our 35th Anniversary: The Late 2000s July 15, 2022

Our favourite projects from the late noughties! We were successful in winning an architectural competition for a new sixth form centre at St Peter’s School. The design of the project delivers on the brief to reflect the students’ forward thinking and the world in which they aspire to live through a contemporary design which would…

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New drama and performance studio for Guildford County School July 12, 2022

Work started on site last week at Guildford County School to transform the school’s old gym into a specialised drama and performance studio, while extending and modernising their existing SEN centre. MCS are the main contractor for this fast-track project, with work scheduled to run during the summer holiday period, ready for the start of…

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Our 35th Anniversary: The Early 2000s July 8, 2022

Our favourite projects this week come from the early Noughties. Including the major refurbishment and extension of the House of Fraser, Guildford which provided an additional 30,000 sq.ft. of trading space at the heart of the Town Centre conservation area. The scheme was carefully designed to be sensitive to its historic High Street context while…

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Planning Permission for private house in Guildford July 5, 2022

We have successfully obtained planning consent for the design of a contemporary, first floor rear extension and internal re-configuration of an existing two-storey house in Guildford. The client’s brief was to reconfigure their living space so that it catered for additional living and home working requirements. The design seeks to generate a more open-plan living…

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Our 35th Anniversary: The Late 1990s June 29, 2022

Our favourite and most notable projects from the late 90s. Including St. John Ambulance in Guildford and Riverside, a residential development of 10 apartments with penthouse offering panoramic views of the River Wey. The development marks the Southern Entrance into Guildford with Arts and Crafts and Wharf architecture design references.    

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Work Experience from Salesian School, Chertsey June 27, 2022

It was great to welcome Freya and Kwame from Salesian School, Chertsey for a week’s work experience in our Office continuing our close links with the School following the completion of a new 6th Form classroom block and Sports Hall, currently on site. In their time with us both undertook the ‘Pavilion in the Park’…

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Our 35th Anniversary: The Early 1990s June 21, 2022

Continuing looking back on some of our favourite and most notable projects for our 35th anniversary, this time from the early 90s!

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Our 35th Anniversary: The 1980s June 15, 2022

Kicking off our 35th anniversary celebrations, with a selection of our projects from the 1980s! How many of them do you recognise?

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Our 35th Anniversary June 13, 2022

Over the next few weeks, we will be celebrating our 35th anniversary! We will be sharing our personal favourite projects and highlights over the last 4 decades, a decade a week starting back in the 1980s.

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Completion photos of new build residential development – Epsom June 8, 2022

Completion photographs of the second phase of new build residential development in Epsom, adding another 13 apartments for a total of 23 across the site. Located adjacent to a park, it was a priority to create large openings to provide views across the public open space and naturally lit internal spaces. Primary living spaces are…

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Platinum Jubilee 2022 June 1, 2022

Looking ahead to the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend. Here is an image from the archives of one of our founders Gerry Lytle, meeting Her Majesty on the opening of the Satellite Centre at the University of Surrey. Lytle Associates Architects wish you a happy Jubilee weekend and enjoy the celebrations.

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Details – House of Fraser, Guildford May 31, 2022

7 storey high atrium space at House of Fraser, Guildford. Next time you’re there, look up!

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Henry Jezeph appointed Associate Director May 27, 2022

We are pleased to announce that Henry Jezeph has been appointed as Associate Director, working as a team leader in the office to run some of the larger and more complex projects. Henry’s management skills are currently spread between a large residential working drawing package, a new build sports centre and a sensitive refurbishment of…

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Construction on extensions project in Guildford May 26, 2022

Construction continues on our two storey wrap around extension with a rear single storey extension, following the demolition of an existing side garage for a property in Guildford. The extensions will provide much needed additional living space for the family with additional bedroom and bathroom facilities. The traditional design and choice of materials is intended…

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Completion of Gym extension, Guildford May 6, 2022

Gym extension to an existing garage for our clients in Guildford. With large, glazed openings and bi-fold doors, the architectural detailing reflects that of the main building, providing sprocket eaves, matching brickwork with juxtaposing brick quoins and clay roof tiles with a hipped roof design. Brilliant job from H&H Construction, we love the lighting!

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1st Anniversary of Employee Owned Trust April 12, 2022

This month marks this first year anniversary of our Employee Owned Trust status and we are delighted to be back in the office working collaboratively as a team. Becoming an EOT has provided a framework to revitalise and refocus our commitment to designing the best possible buildings for our clients. We have introduced a ‘Design…

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Opportunities – Junior/ Senior Architectural Technician April 4, 2022

We are looking to employ a Junior or Senior Architectural Technician to join our friendly office to work on a variety of interesting projects, including preparing Building Regulation submissions, tender and working drawing packages. Salary Band – Dependent on experience. Contract – Permanent The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience: BTEC level…

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Opportunities – Office Manager April 4, 2022

Lytle Associates Architects are seeking a new office manager. We are looking for someone to provide proactive, flexible support with running our office and business to assist directors.Roles will include normal office administration, answering the phone, welcoming clients, monitoring and filing emails, assisting directors with project leads, marketing, staff CPDs, office events and general business…

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Design Process for Guildford Lido April 1, 2022

Check out our design process for the recently approved Guildford Lido. Opening in 1932 and regarded as a popular venue to Guildford residents and its many visitors, the heart of the new Lido will be two sweeping timber canopies interspersed with a series of pitched tile clad cupolas. These raised sections of roof are designed…

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Planning Permission for Guildford Lido March 30, 2022

We are delighted to have recently secured planning consent for the replacement of the changing facilities and a new small café at Guildford Lido, working for Guildford Borough Council in consultation with Freedom Leisure and Friends of Guildford Lido. Guildford Lido is a popular local venue that was originally opened in 1932. The facilities include…

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Office visits to new contemporary dwelling in Guildford March 23, 2022

Over the last few weeks members of the Office have been taking visits to our site for a new two storey contemporary dwelling in Guildford. The project is currently in the final stages of construction and replaces an 1960s bungalow on an extremely sloped site. The ground floor of the new dwelling is partially built…

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