About Us

Director

Andrea’s architectural experience ranges from small domestic extensions, church repair and conservation, church reordering, and larger domestic projects including extensions, refurbishment and new build schemes, primarily within a historic and conservation context. She particularly enjoys working on barn conversions, designing bespoke housing for individual clients, and seeing a project through from the first imagined scheme to completion on site.

Andrea joined Nick Joyce straight after qualifying from Birmingham School of Architecture in 1993. After spending a few years with another practice, she returned in 1999 as a fully qualified architect. She holds a SPAB Conservation and Repair qualification and is a member of EASA.

With a particular interest in spatial planning and the art of making new uses out of old buildings, Alan manages a variety of projects including church repairs, extensions, restoration and new build projects. As one of our Conservation Accredited Architects, Alan also looks after a number of churches in the Worcester Diocese.

Alan studied Architecture at Leicester School of Architecture and has built up an impressive portfolio of work with a number of firms on a variety of projects. Since joining the team in 1998 and expanding his expertise to include conservation, Alan holds a SPAB Conservation and Repair qualification, is a member of EASA and is AABC accredited.

Associate Director

John has over 20 years of experience working with historic buildings on a variety of projects including the repair, conservation, adaptation and reuse of old buildings and the design of new buildings in historic settings. John enjoys the challenge of working with old buildings and treats each project individually, working with clients to understand their needs and the inherent qualities of character, history, place and cultural context.

John is an AABC accredited architect and an approved inspecting architect in the Diocese of Gloucester, Coventry, Leicester, Worcester and Hereford. He currently looks after a number of churches across these dioceses. He is a member of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings and a member of EASA.

Practice Consultant

Nick established his own practice in 1989 and built up a reputation as one of the area’s leading architects in building conservation, working on historic buildings including timber frame structures, which is his specialism. He passed on this unique knowledge to many members of the practice and these specialisms continue to shape the practice today.

Nick studied Architecture at Oxford Brookes University and has a diploma in Building Conservation. Nick retired from the practice in 2020, but uses his long-standing knowledge and understanding of these unique historic buildings to provide expert advice on timber frame and church projects in the West Midlands.

Sarah Thomas, The Malthouse

“I found Nick Joyce Architects and in particular Mrs Andrea Burton to be very professional when designing and supervising the refurbishment of my thatched cottage. The experience was made easier by the clarity of procedure and guidance given at each stage of the two year project. I am very happy with the end result and would recommend this company of architects to any enquirer.”

Fiona Morris, Thornbank

“The design that was presented post our initial brief was imaginative, yet exactly what we needed. Andrea was extremely adaptable and responded quickly to any changes or challenges that arose, ensuring that, at all times, throughout this complex project the process was a positive experience for both ourselves and the builder.”

Steve Peet, Wyche Cutting

“We are delighted with our new home, imaginatively designed by Andrea Burton at Nick Joyce Architects. It was a difficult and prominent site, but thanks to the architect the planning process went very smoothly. The design incorporates traditional, local materials in a modern way, as well as giving us almost panoramic views of the Malvern Hills.”