Co Create Architects open new Torbay office
We are pleased to share that Co Create Architects have opened a new office in Torbay. This marks an important step for our growing practice and strengthens our long term commitment to the South West.
With an established base in Devon and a team of 14 architects and designers, opening in Torbay allows us to work even more closely with local clients, communities and consultants. It also gives us a stronger presence across Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, supporting projects from early ideas through to delivery on site.
Architects in Torbay with local knowledge
Torbay is a unique place to work as architects. Its coastline, towns and landscapes create both opportunity and responsibility. From sensitive heritage settings to new neighbourhoods and public buildings, good design in Torbay needs a clear understanding of place, planning policy and local character.
As Torbay architects, we bring detailed local knowledge alongside wider experience across Devon and the South West. Being based in the area means we can respond quickly, attend site visits easily and build strong working relationships with clients and local authorities.
Social housing and market housing architects
Housing is a core part of our work. We design social housing and market housing schemes that are practical, well built and designed to last. Our approach focuses on creating homes that people are proud to live in, with layouts that work, good natural light and thoughtful use of materials.
In Torbay and the wider Devon area, housing needs are varied. We work with housing associations, local authorities and private developers to deliver schemes that respond to real need while meeting planning and budget requirements.
Commercial, education and NHS healthcare projects
Alongside housing, our team works across a wide range of sectors. We design commercial buildings that support local businesses and organisations. Our education projects focus on clear layouts, calm spaces and buildings that support learning. We also have strong experience delivering NHS healthcare projects, where clarity, safety and user experience are critical.
This mix of work allows us to bring ideas from different sectors into every project. Lessons learned in healthcare can improve housing design. Commercial thinking can sharpen education projects. This cross sector approach is central to how we work as architects.
An architectural practice rooted in Devon
Co Create was founded in Devon and the South West remains central to our identity. Opening an office in Torbay builds on years of work across the region and reflects continued demand for our services locally.
We believe good architecture starts with listening. Our design process is collaborative and clear, from early feasibility and planning advice through to technical design and construction support. Clients value our open communication and hands on approach.
Planning and design support in Torbay
Planning in Torbay can be complex, particularly in coastal, conservation and sensitive townscape areas. Our team has experience preparing planning applications, supporting clients through the process and working closely with planning officers to achieve positive outcomes.
Having a Torbay office allows us to engage more directly with local planning context and policy, helping projects move forward with confidence.
Looking ahead
Opening our Torbay office is about more than location. It reflects our ambition to continue delivering thoughtful architecture that supports communities, improves places and stands the test of time.
If you are looking for architects in Torbay working across housing, commercial, education or NHS healthcare projects, we would be pleased to talk.
