George and James Architects

George and James Architects We design thoughtful and timeless buildings and interiors that spark joy. It should be simple and functional, beautiful yet understated.

Every building should make you feel good – whether it's your home, your workplace, or perhaps a farm shop, cafe or yoga studio. We listen before we do anything else. We come to your project with open eyes and ears, and with honesty, curiosity and care. Our clients love what we do, and they also love the way we do it. They tell us we're calm, attentive, full of ideas, and a joy to work with. We've

now put down roots in Sussex and we work from an old milking shed not too far from Midhurst, after many years based in London. We love working close to home and getting to know our patch, but our projects still take us all over London, the South East, and beyond.

There’s something special about a bedroom that feels a little bit removed from the rest of the house.A place to switch o...
07/09/2026

There’s something special about a bedroom that feels a little bit removed from the rest of the house.

A place to switch off, slow down and surround yourself with things you love. Whether that means soft and serene, rich and moody, playful or full of pattern, the possibilities are endless.

The only rule? Make it somewhere that feels like you — and a dream to retreat to.

Our four-stage process — Discover, Design, Detail and Deliver — helps make sure every one of those decisions is made in ...
04/09/2026

Our four-stage process — Discover, Design, Detail and Deliver — helps make sure every one of those decisions is made in the right order, at the right time.

We guide our clients through them, with every decision tested against the cost plan as it is made.

Because cost control happens through a long series of small, calm, well-informed choices that are made well before anyone arrives on site.

A home is starting to take shape at this project, now well into the build stage.The project is about future proofing a f...
02/09/2026

A home is starting to take shape at this project, now well into the build stage.

The project is about future proofing a family home as three children head towards their teenage years. The existing house had plenty of potential, but the layout no longer quite reflected how the family lived.

We've rethought how the spaces connect and work together and our design makes better use of the existing building. The aim is simple: a home that works beautifully for the family now and continues to do so as they grow.

Three proposals arrive. The numbers are nothing like each other.One is a few hundred pounds. Another is several times mo...
31/08/2026

Three proposals arrive. The numbers are nothing like each other.

One is a few hundred pounds. Another is several times more. So which one represents the best value?

The answer isn't necessarily the cheapest and this is because you may not be comparing the same thing.

A set of drawings, a planning application, a fully resolved design, interior design, tendering, contract administration and support throughout the build are very different levels of service.

And everything that hasn't been decided before the builder starts has to be decided by someone. Often, that means making decisions quickly, on site, when changes are harder and more expensive.

Our latest article, "The Cost of Getting It Right", looks at what you're actually paying for when you commission architectural services and why resolving decisions early can ultimately save money, time and a lot of stress.

You can read the full article via the link in our bio.

We love designing kitchens for our clients.  Quirky. Colourful. Calm. Classic. Contemporary.  There’s no single formula ...
28/08/2026

We love designing kitchens for our clients. Quirky. Colourful. Calm. Classic. Contemporary. There’s no single formula for a great kitchen and we wouldn’t want there to be. The best kitchens are the ones that feel like they belong in the home, and more importantly, to the people who live there.

Sometimes that means bold colour and unexpected details. Sometimes it’s natural materials, quiet tones and a more timeless feel.

What would your dream kitchen look like?

We love hearing how a project has changed the way our clients live in their home and this one really stayed with us.“Geo...
26/08/2026

We love hearing how a project has changed the way our clients live in their home and this one really stayed with us.

“George & James are incredible architects. They guided us with kindness, patience and complete professionalism. They turned our woolly suggestions into a vision for our house that we’d never have thought of in a million years. Their suggestions were simple yet incredibly effective and have truly transformed how we live in our home.”

It’s always a privilege to hear that the finished home has made such a difference to everyday life.

George & James is led by Simon and Darren — architects, directors and partners in both life and practice.Their partnersh...
24/08/2026

George & James is led by Simon and Darren — architects, directors and partners in both life and practice.

Their partnership is reflected in the way we work: collaboratively, thoughtfully and with genuine care. For you, that means a consistent team, clear communication and architects who remain personally invested in your project from first conversation to final completion.

We believe the best homes come from strong relationships. That's why you'll always work closely with the people leading your project, from the earliest ideas through to the finished result.

Every home starts with a conversation. Contact us to start yours.


Colour is one of the most powerful tools in our material palette.Used well, it can zone a space, add warmth, bring chara...
21/08/2026

Colour is one of the most powerful tools in our material palette.

Used well, it can zone a space, add warmth, bring character, or simply make a room feel more like you. From a confident green garden room to a deep blue boot room, a leafy wallpaper to an unexpected flash of terracotta , colour lets a home feel considered and personal, not neutral by default.

We're not precious about a particular palette. What matters is that the colour earns its place and that it works with the light, the materials around it and how the space is used. Sometimes that's a soft, calming shade. Sometimes it's bold enough to stop you in your tracks.

19/08/2026

There’s something particularly satisfying about visiting a project on site and seeing ideas that have lived on paper for months taking shape. At this stage, it might look like a building site — because it is one! — but behind the scaffolding, dust and unfinished surfaces, you can start to see the spaces, proportions and details coming together. Regular site visits are an important part of the way we work. They allow us to keep a close eye on the design as it develops, work collaboratively with the wider team and deal with the inevitable questions and decisions that arise along the way. The finished home may be the bit that everyone gets excited about, but this is the important work that gets it there.

We are delighted to have secured planning permission for the thoughtful transformation of this Edwardian home.Our client...
17/08/2026

We are delighted to have secured planning permission for the thoughtful transformation of this Edwardian home.
Our clients want to create a forever home that could adapt as family life changes, while preserving everything they love about the original house.

The design reimagines the rear of the property with generous living spaces that open onto the garden, alongside practical additions including restored outbuildings, flexible workspaces and carefully considered family accommodation.

Every decision has been guided by a simple idea: to create a home that feels as though it has always belonged here and one that will continue to support its owners for many years to come.





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The Old Dairy, Ingram's Green
Midhurst
GU290LJ

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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