We specialise in all types of residential architecture.
Simply put; any building with a bed in it.

We are experts in shared living, residential and hospitality projects of all kinds. Whether adapting, reusing, extending or building from scratch, we have over a decade of experience in providing elegant design and delivery solutions across urban environments in London and the South East.

A spacious eating and resting area within an Offsite constructed New Built key worker accommodation, featuring a well-equipped kitchen, a large dining table, and expansive windows. People are depicted enjoying shared living, dining, and leisure activities, highlighting the communal essence of this modern and thoughtfully designed space for London's key workers.

We offer solutions for…

• Developers
• Commercial Property and Landowners
• Social Housing Providers
• Local Authorities
• Co-living, Hostel and Hotel Operators
• Offsite Housing Suppliers and Manufacturers
• Design & Build Contractors
• Charities and Not for Profit and Community Organisations

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Our Specialisms

Residential

Apartments, houses, mews houses, penthouses, built to sell or rent, private and social housing.

Shared Living

Co-living, hostels, hotels, apart hotels, large scale HMOs.

Airspace and Rooftop

Multistorey vertical extensions.

Adaptive Reuse

Urban regeneration, office to residential conversions and all other types of prior approvals.

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how we work

Our work covers every aspect of the design process, from the initial sketch through to the completed project on site.

We approach projects of all sizes with the MDLR ethos; working as a team, pulling together our unique skills to create tailored solutions.

We relish the challenge of finding creative design responses to complex urban sites. Sound understanding of the areas we work in results in reduced delays and more efficient project delivery.

We listen to our clients and collaborate with all project parties including designers, contractors, supply chains and the local community.

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Concrete Framed Building in Residential Development with a lush rooftop greenery and leisure area, showcasing how adaptive or change of use enhances nature integration for resident enjoyment.

what you get

We deliver commercial, creative thinking and realise the best possible value for our clients.

We consider the needs of every stakeholder in every project we undertake.

Our work is unique, individual, practical and elegant.

Feasibility and Capacity Appraisals

We accurately evaluate the development potential of buildings and sites enabling clients to make informed decisions about their projects.

We find the most valuable, market-appropriate responses to a site’s constraints and opportunities, using in-depth market and planning knowledge along with creative interrogation and methodological checklists.

New Built Residential building, characterized by warm brick tones and green segments. Its modern design, featuring large windows, adds a welcoming and contemporary touch to the neighbourhood.

Concept Design and Planning

We have a proven track record of achieving planning permission for proposals on difficult, sensitive and contentious sites.

We apply specialist knowledge effectively and creatively to create desirable buildings, homes and communities. We successfully navigate commercial constraints, opportunities and buildability issues with a comprehensive understanding of national and local residential and shared living planning policies and design codes.

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Technical Design and Delivery

We are experienced in technical design across a range of project types under both traditional and design-and-build procurement.

We have performed the roles of both retained and notated architect, as well as clerk-of-works on complex inner-city projects.

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MMC and Modular

We are regularly appointed to carry out architectural design audits, reviewing the suitability to utilise factory-made and modular construction. We realise the most practical solution to implement MMC with minimum design changes or abortive work.

We apply principles of DfMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) from the project outset and are experienced all key offsite systems.

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