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With a team of chartered architects and chartered architectural technologists, as well as a diverse portfolio across Residential, Commercial and Conservation & Heritage, we have the expertise to take on any project.
Ellis Hillman Architects are a leading Architectural Practice based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire.
Knowledge you can trust
As chartered architects, we’re proud to represent the profession. It’s important to us, and our clients, that we design creatively, to the latest industry standards and following the very best practice.
It’s a big part of why our clients trust us with their vision. We design every space with diligence, ingenuity and dependability.
Our practice is built on great relationships and expert knowledge of architecture. Being well-connected means we can coordinate projects from concept to completion, managing the process and stakeholders effectively on your behalf.
Whether it’s creating a purposeful space to call home, or designing an innovative commercial project, we support our clients every step of the way.
Meet The Team
Richard Evans
Director
Richard joined Ellis Hillman Architects in 2016 and became a Director in 2019. Since qualifying as an architect in 2008 he has gained a wide range of experience across many sectors, including residential, commercial, healthcare, education and heritage.
Richard enjoys working on all aspects of a building project, from the initial meeting with the client, through to handover of the completed project. Richard is not wedded to one architectural style and is as comfortable working on either contemporary or traditional buildings.
Dan Bendall
Architect
Dan is a registered Architect who has extensive experience across a wide range of sectors including education, industrial, retail, hospitality, leisure, commercial and residential.
His innovative design ideas and extensive experience from small scale works of £50,000 to multi-million pound developments up to £25 million through every stage of the design process, means that he has a proven track record of delivering any project.
Dan has an obvious interest and knowledge in all architectural styles and can call on the suitable design solutions for any brief.
Christie Evans
Finance Director
Christie joined Ellis Hillman Architects in March 2019 having worked in a variety of business and finance roles during her career as a Management Accountant.
Christie is responsible for the finance function of the business, marketing and business development.
Rob M
Chartered Architectural Technologist
Rob is a MCIAT chartered architectural technologist with substantial experience across the residential, commercial and heritage sectors.
A key member of our team since 2001, Rob brings extensive technical knowledge, attention to detail and a wealth of expertise to every project.
Working alongside our architects, Rob can translate project ideas and possibilities into effective, compliant and sustainable building solutions.
Geoff Hillman
Consultant Architect
Geoff is a registered Chartered Architect qualifying in 1977.
He is a founder partner of the Practice and has over the years gained extensive experience in the Social Housing, Commercial, Residential and Ecclesiastical sectors.
He has a strong belief in good design and working closely with clients to ensure that their aspirations are fully realised.
This is achieved by developing strong links with professional members of the design team and contractors to ensure that projects are delivered efficiently and effectively.
