Design-Led Residential & Commercial Architecture.

Looking for a residential architect near me? DRA Works is led by Darren Riddle, an award winning Architect in Basingstoke.

Contemporary Residential Architecture

Architectural Services

  • Bespoke Residential Architecture
  • Commercial & Workplace Design
  • House Extensions & Alterations
  • New Build Homes & Local Developments

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  • —20+ years senior architect experience
  • —Hampshire, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey
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Architectural Services Across the South East

Based in Basingstoke, DRA Works is a design-led practice led by an experienced RIBA Architect. While we are deeply rooted in Hampshire, our portfolio extends significantly across the surrounding counties.

Wider Working Areas

• Hampshire • Berkshire • Oxfordshire • Surrey

We are currently undertaking projects and welcoming enquiries in Reading, Oxford, Winchester, Farnham, and Guildford.

Our approach remains consistent regardless of location: a commitment to material honesty, natural light, and architecture that responds uniquely to its specific context.

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Residential Architecture

Residential Design

We specialise in creating bespoke homes that balance clarity of design with everyday functionality. From individual new-build dwellings to complex multi-unit developments, our focus remains on quality craftsmanship and sustainable living.

Commercial Projects

Commercial Design

DRA Works provides comprehensive architectural services for the commercial sector, including workplace design, retail interiors, and mixed-use developments. We understand the importance of creating spaces that enhance productivity and reflect brand identity.

House Extensions & Alterations

House Extensions

Transforming your current home can be a sustainable and rewarding alternative to moving. We work closely with homeowners to design extensions and internal alterations that breathe new life into existing spaces.

Darren Riddle

About

Decades of design, personal in delivery.

DRA Works Limited was founded to bring a deeply personal, design-led approach to every project. Following twenty years as a senior architect with the award-winning Adrian James Architects, our founder combines the technical rigor of large-scale delivery with the agility of an independent studio.

Led by Darren Riddle, we take an empathetic approach to design, working closely to understand our clients' specific needs and budget constraints. We are driven by a passion for creating beautiful, unique architectural solutions that reflect the character of those who live and work within them.

Contact

info@DRAWorks.co.uk 07884 043203