Architects, Masterplanners, Heritage Consultants
We are architects, masterplanners and heritage consultants. Our designs evolve from a deep understanding of our shared heritage and respond to the qualities of each place. We work to improve the lives of those who use our buildings, and the long-term sustainability of each project.
News
6 May 2025
The National Gallery’s Sainsbury Wing reopens to the public
The National Gallery’s new main entrance has opened to the public as part of the NG200 Welcome programme. Designed by Selldorf Architects, in close collaboration with Purcell as executive architect and heritage consultant, the completed project is a subtle yet impactful upgrade that improves accessibility, visibility and welcome, while preserving the building’s architectural integrity.
7 April 2025
Elizabeth Tower wins Civic Trust's Michael Middleton Special Award
The restoration of the world-famous Elizabeth Tower has claimed both the Michael Middleton Special Award and the AABC Conservation Award at this year’s Civic Trust Awards.
13 February 2025
Elizabeth Tower shortlisted for RIBA London Award
The restoration of the iconic Elizabeth Tower has been shortlisted for a RIBA London Award
People
Founded in 1947, today Purcell is a creative collective of over 280 architects and heritage experts, working internationally from 14 studios across the globe. Our Employee-Owned organisational model underpins our collaborative approach. We are the world’s largest practice of architects working with the existing built environment, ranking in at No. 1 for Heritage in the World Architecture 100 since 2022.
Contact
Our UK Studios are in: Bristol, Cambridge, Canterbury, Colchester, London, Manchester, Norwich, Oxford, York.
Our international studios are in: Hong Kong, Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart.