Stimpson Walton Bond

Stimpson Walton Bond (SWB) is a distinguished architectural firm that has been in operation since 1964, with Adrian Ringrose, a Chartered Architect, RIBA member, Architect Accredited in Conservation and Managing Director, at the helm. Our team is composed of seven dedicated professionals who bring a broad range of skills and experience to a diverse and fascinating array of projects.

Our portfolio spans various building types, including Education, Historic, Religious, Community, Healthcare, Sport, Residential, Housing, Hotel and special design projects. We also act as Principal Designers under the 2015 CDM Regulations. The value of the projects we undertake varies significantly, from minor historic repairs costing a few hundred pounds to large-scale multi-million-pound projects, including feasibility studies and master planning.

Based in Northamptonshire, we have successfully completed projects across numerous locations, including Birmingham, Cambridgeshire, Derby, Leicester, London, Mansfield, Oxford, Peterborough, and Worcestershire. Our expertise includes preparing condition reports on listed buildings and executing repairs, conservation, adaptations, and extensions. We have had the privilege of working on many historic buildings of distinction, such as Delapre Abbey, Abington Museum, Rockingham Castle, Sulgrave Manor, Northampton Guildhall, and over 120 churches in the Diocese of Peterborough, Oxford, and St Albans. Two of Northampton's most iconic landmarks, the Express Lift Tower in 1974 and the Guildhall extension in 1993, were designed by SWB.

Our philosophy is deeply rooted in a meticulous, comprehensive approach to architecture and design. We advocate for sustainable building techniques and innovative modern and conventional materials in traditional and contemporary designs. Our projects encompass a blend of historic, modern, and contemporary designs, which fosters creativity and keeps our work engaging and varied.

Meet The Team

*Adrian Ringrose Architect and Managing Director*

Adrian holds a BA(Arch) Dip Arch from DeMonfort University, is a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects, ARB, and an Architect Accredited in Building Conservation (AABC). He serves as an Approved Inspecting Church Architect for the Diocese of Peterborough, Oxford & St Albans and a member of the Diocese of Peterborough Diocese Architectural Advisory Committee. With extensive experience, Adrian joined SWB in 1989, became a full partner in 2001, and now owns the firm, leading it as an Architect and Managing Director. Overseeing both historic and modern projects, Adrian is the firm's lead designer for contemporary projects.

*Aaron Freebody Architectural Consultant and CDM Principal Designer*

Aaron has a BTEC ONC in Building Studies and a BA(Hons)Arch from DeMonfort University. He pursued landscape design through the Open College of the Arts (affiliated with the Open University). He is associated with the Association for Project Safety and oversees projects through all RIBA stages. Aaron boasts expertise in the NHS healthcare sector and proficiency in the 3D Revit drawing package.

*Russell Christison Architect*

Russell holds qualifications in BSc BArch. As an ARB member, Russell joined SWB in 2016 and has since become an essential part of the team. He leads projects through all RIBA stages, demonstrating exceptional CAD skills, including 3D Revit. Russell has significantly contributed to listed building and ecclesiastical projects since joining SWB.

*Michelle Dagg Secretary*

Michelle has been with SWB since 2016, providing essential secretarial support in the reception area.

*Jane Hodgins Accounts*

Jane holds qualifications in FICB PMDip. With extensive experience since 2010, Jane manages accounts, tax, payroll, and reporting for the Managing Director.