Private Residential

Individual homes, thoughfully designed

Bespoke homes that reflect your aspirations and respond to their setting

We design distinctive private homes, from contemporary new builds and executive housing developments to the conversion and transformation of existing buildings. Working with private clients and property developers across the North of England, we bring more than 70 years of housing experience to projects where thoughtful design makes a lasting difference.

Led by Director Manuel Atkinson, our residential team works closely with clients to understand their ambitions, priorities and way of life. We consider how spaces will be used, how rooms connect and how natural light, materials and views can shape the experience of a home. Each design balances individual character with the practical demands of everyday living.

For private property developers we create high-quality housing that responds to its location and target market. We help unlock a site’s potential, balancing architectural quality with planning requirements, budgets, buildability and commercial objectives.

Our experience extends to substantial remodelling projects and the conversion of barns, churches and listed buildings into distinctive homes. Working with our in-house conservation specialists, we identify opportunities to adapt historic buildings sensitively, retaining the features that give them character while making them comfortable and practical for modern living.

Our architectural, interior design, landscape, sustainability and building safety expertise brings a coordinated approach to each project. We consider the building, its interiors and its surroundings together, embedding energy efficiency and environmental performance from the outset.

From initial ideas and planning applications through to detailed design and construction, we guide clients through each stage with clear advice and careful coordination. Whether appointed for a defined stage or a full architectural service, we make the process approachable and collaborative, creating enduring homes shaped around the people who live in them.

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    Director

    Manuel Atkinson

    BA (Hons), M.Arch, ARB, RIBA, Dip.DEA

    Director

    Manuel Atkinson

    BA (Hons), M.Arch, ARB, RIBA, Dip.DEA

    I joined BTP in 2008, qualified as an Architect in 2013, and progressed to Director in 2017. Over my career, I’ve built extensive expertise across the full range of design criteria for housing, later living, and care environments, including HQI, DQS, Lifetime Homes, HAPPI, NDSS, and Building Regulations accessibility standards.

    Sustainability is a core part of my professional focus. I am an accredited Energy Assessor for both new-build and existing homes (OCDEA / DEA) as well as a certified Home Quality Mark Assessor and PAS2035 Retrofit Designer / Assessor. Within BTP, I lead many of our sustainability initiatives; developing strategies to help clients realise their ambitions, meet zero-carbon targets, and align with the Future Homes Standard.

    Since 2013, I have also played a key role in enhancing BTP’s BIM (Building Information Modelling) capability. I have achieved multiple BRE qualifications, including ISO 19650 accreditation, enabling me to manage BIM processes and workflows effectively across our projects.

    In 2024, I joined the RIBA Principal Designer Register, gaining Principal Designer status with High‑Risk Building (HRB) expertise for both CDM and Building Regulations following rigorous training and examination. I now act as Building Regulations Principal Designer across a range of new‑build and refurbishment schemes, providing trusted guidance to clients and development teams.

    My advanced knowledge of BIM, sustainability, and the Building Safety Act also sees me deliver regular training, CPD sessions, and workshops for Registered Providers and contractors.

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    Architect

    Oli Martin

    BA(Hons), M.Arch, ARB

    Architect

    Oli Martin

    BA(Hons), M.Arch, ARB

    I am an ARB-registered Architect at BTP Architects, primarily working on new-build residential, social housing and extra-care projects. I hold a BA (Hons) and M.Arch from Liverpool John Moores University and joined BTP in 2022, qualifying as an architect in 2024.

    My approach is grounded in clarity, proportion and considered design. I am interested in housing that is composed and enduring, architecture that prioritises long-term value and resident wellbeing over fashion or novelty. For me, good residential design is measured, durable and carefully integrated within its wider community.

    I am developing in the role of Project Architect and have particular strength in drawing and technical coordination across all RIBA stages. I enjoy the analytical side of projects, testing layouts, refining detail and working through complex requirements to arrive at clear, buildable solutions that respond to both client and community needs. I have also begun contributing to projects involving Higher Risk Buildings, engaging with the evolving regulatory framework and its implications for residential design.

    Outside of practice, I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling and listening to podcasts focused on history, politics and wellbeing. I am also a lifelong supporter of Liverpool F.C.

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    Architect

    Pardis Naji

    BSc (Hons), M.Arch, ARB, RIBA

    Architect

    Pardis Naji

    BSc (Hons), M.Arch, ARB, RIBA

    I joined BTP in June 2024, qualifying as an architect in April 2026. I previously worked at a large Manchester practice bringing experience in commercial developments, multi-storey car parks and high-rise residential projects.

    My background includes designing homes to national space standards and accessibility requirements. At BTP, I enjoy combining technical detail with thoughtful design, with a particular interest in conservation, refurbishment and sustainability.

    Outside work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, travelling, hiking, playing badminton and horse riding.