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Here we share insights into our exciting projects, company developments, industry trends and the milestones that mark our journey in shaping the architectural landscape.


Keeping it local!
We're pleased to see our PBA sign in place alongside the scoreboard at Church Fenton Cricket Club. As a practice based in Tadcaster, we're always looking for opportunities to support local organisations while raising awareness of what we do. It's great to see our branding on display at such a well-supported community club. If you're planning a new build, extension, renovation, or commercial project, we'd be delighted to help. #Tadcaster #ChurchFenton #Architecture #Architectu
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Aug 17


New year, new home – Arts and Crafts House in Roundhay, Leeds
We’re delighted to share one of our recently completed residential projects: a brand-new, energy-efficient home in Roundhay, Leeds. Designed with an Arts and Crafts influence, the house sits comfortably among its neighbours, echoing the rhythm and character of the existing street while blending seamlessly into its surroundings. Inside, the home is flooded with natural light and showcases a high level of craftsmanship throughout, delivered by Brookes Construction & Shopfitting
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Mar 26


Honouring Phoebe Brigg's nomination
We are looking back proudly to 2024, when Phoebe Briggs, Architectural Assistant, was nominated for the prestigious RIBA President’s Dissertation Medal. Her dissertation, ‘Commoning as a Tool for Women’s Liberation in the Domestic Sphere’, explored the transformative potential of co-housing communities to redress the gendered imbalance of caregiving responsibilities — a powerful and timely piece of research. This nomination highlights the creativity, innovation, and academic
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Jan 16


Reordering completed at St Mary’s Church, Dunsforth
During Autumn of last year the works at St Mary’s Church, Lower Dunsforth, a part of Boroughbridge Churches, were progressing well. Our ecclesiastical team is now delighted to report that the interior of the church has been handed over for the use of the church. Internal reordering works included a new kitchenette at the West End, an accessible WC, an access ramp, and enhanced heating, lighting, and drainage systems, all helping to improve accessibility and overall usability
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Jan 16


Planning Permission Granted for St Paul’s Church, Ireland Wood.
We are delighted to share that planning permission has been approved for the redevelopment of St Paul’s Church, Ireland Wood, Leeds. Our ecclesiastical team’s design will revitalise this much-loved community space through sensitive front and rear extensions, a welcoming new foyer, and significant upgrades to energy performance and accessibility. These changes will enable St Paul’s to better serve the many groups that rely on it, from youth organisations and community activiti
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Nov 15, 2025


Alex Williams nominated for RIBA President’s Bronze Medal
We’re thrilled to announce that Alex Williams has been nominated for the RIBA President’s Bronze Medal 2025, one of the world’s most prestigious architecture awards celebrating outstanding student design. The prize honours creativity, originality, and architecture’s power to shape culture and community. Alex’s project, “To Mean // To Make: Sculpting a Dialogue on an Athenian Mountain,” reimagines Athens’ cultural identity. Rooted in the city’s democratic legacy, it responds t
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Nov 10, 2025


A successful Open Day at the practice.
A massive thank you to our valued clients, consultants and contractors who joined us for our recent Open Day. It was great to catch up, share ideas, showcase our projects and chat about what we’ve been working on. A special thank you to Alison Walker Garden Designer – one of our trusted local experts - for joining us and sharing her beautiful designs. Open Days are a valuable opportunity to connect, and we are grateful to everyone who came along and made the event such a posi
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Oct 23, 2025


Welcome to the Team, Scott!
We’re delighted to welcome Scott Doherty to PBA as a Project Architect! Scott is a Chartered Architect registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). He brings with him a wealth of experience across a variety of sectors, including ecclesiastical, educational, community, and residential projects. Specialising in conservation architecture, Scott has worked extensively with Listed buildings, heritage asse
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Oct 21, 2025


Team Away Day at Harewood House
The PBA team took a step out of the office and into the stunning grounds of Harewood House. The day started off with a presentation from Sally Beeden, our Partner, and Practice Secretary, before a fascinating tour of the house. We finished off with a “scavenger hunt” (aka a lovely walk through the grounds). Plenty of tea, coffee and excellent food kept us fuelled throughout the day. We would highly recommend Harewood for any Team Away Day! - a great mix of learning, history,
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Oct 21, 2025


New Facilities at St Mary’s Church, Dunsforth
Our ecclesiastical team are proud to be overseeing works at St Mary’s Church, Dunsforth, a part of Boroughbridge Churches. The font has been carefully relocated, pews have been moved, pew platforms repaired and lowered, the frame for the new kitchenette and accessible WC is now in place. These improvements are an important step towards creating a welcoming, flexible, and accessible space whilst respecting the character of this much-loved church. We are working with A J
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Oct 21, 2025


Sally and Alexanderthegreat – what a team!
Huge congratulations to Sally, our Partner and Practice Secretary who recently competed her horse Alexanderthegreat (Ali) at the RoR (Retraining of Racehorses) Championships at Aintree. Sally has only had him for a year, and it was a big ask – but what an achievement already! Outside of her busy role, Sally’s passion for horses shines through – proving that balance, dedication, and hard work can pay off in and out of the arena. We are so proud of her and wish Sally and
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Oct 21, 2025


Celebrating our Administrative Team
At the heart of our practice is a dedication to precision, coordination, and client care. Our administration team plays a vital role in...
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Aug 28, 2025


Summer brings the practice garden into full bloom.
Between meetings and drawings, it is a peaceful spot to pause and recharge. It’s not so different from the work we do with historic...
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Aug 28, 2025


Timeless Craft. Modern Vision
We are excited to share recent progress from our residential architecture team at this beautiful property in the village of Boston Spa...
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Jul 21, 2025


Jesus has left the Building
Restoration in Progress at St Margaret’s Church, Horsforth The reredos by renowned sculptor Nathaniel Hitch at St Margaret’s Church,...
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Jul 10, 2025


PBA Communiqué: The summer issue brings you up to date with our latest news
Designed to show you what we’ve been up to, share our achievements and completed projects, our skills and specialisms, as well as...
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Jul 3, 2025


Blending rural charm with modern functionality
We are pleased to share the successful refurbishment and conversion of a traditional Cart Shed into a high-quality office space. This...
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Jul 3, 2025


Roof repairs completed at All Saints Church Cawthorne
We are delighted that our Ecclesiastical Architecture team have completed the repair works at the historic All Saints Church in...
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Jul 3, 2025


Respecting the Setting: A Build That Fits
Work is progressing well on this new build in Roundhay, North Leeds. The property sits comfortably within the existing cul-de-sac and...
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Jun 5, 2025


Phoebe Briggs joins the PBA Team as Architectural Assistant
We are delighted to extend a very warm welcome to Phoebe Briggs who joined the Practice this Spring. As a Part 2 Architectural Assistant,...
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Jun 5, 2025
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