About
award winning architects based in totnes, devon.
As Chartered Architects, in the market town of Totnes, Devon, we specialise in designing contemporary and traditional buildings within historic and sensitive landscape and coastal locations.
Our projects range from bespoke private house commissions, which form the mainstay of our architectural work, to design led solutions for housing schemes, visitor centres (including many for the National Trust), museums, schools, hotels, and historical listed buildings, throughout the South West, Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset.
We enjoy working with individuals, groups and communities to shape the places where they live and work. The quality of our work has been recognised by the numerous awards that we have received over the years and underpins our philosophy of ‘giving our clients more than they expect’.
our experience
Sustainable Solutions
Our commitment to sustainable solutions is reflected in our design and construction processes, ensuring that our projects not only meet todays needs but also safeguard the future.
Sensitive Landscapes
We approach sensitive landscapes with responsibility and respect. Our practice centers on balancing architecture with the natural environment, ensuring that our projects enhance rather than disrupt these delicate areas.
Difficult Topography & Access
We view difficult topographies and challenging access conditions as opportunities for innovation and creativity. Our approach to such projects is rooted in meticulous planning and adaptive design.
Marine Environment
We recognise the delicate balance between development and environmental control in coastal regions. Our approach to marinas and marine environments is guided by a commitment to sustainability, innovation and community integration.
Out of the Box Thinking
Out of the box thinking is central to our role in any project and we approach this with playfulness, originality and intelligence seeking to understand our clients brief while challenging the status quo - consciously setting aside default design approaches and embracing creativity.
Delivering More
At Harrison Sutton Partnership our commitment to “delivering more” goes beyond simply meeting client expectations. We strive to exceed them by providing innovative, sustainable and high quality architectural solutions that add significant value to every project.
our awards
Our awards highlight our passion for exceptional design and architecture.
2024 - DBC - Building Excellence Awards for Best Commercial Development - Gold Award (Noss-on-Dart Marina)
2023 - LABC - Winner - Best Individual New Home (Private House 1, Dartmouth)
2023 - DBC - Building Excellence Awards for Best Individual New Home - Gold Award (Private House 1, Dartmouth)
2023 - DBC - Building Excellence Awards for Best Individual New Home - Silver Award (Private House, Salcombe)
2023 - DBC - Building Excellence Awards for Best Individual New Home - Silver Award (Private House 4, Salcombe)
2019 - DBC - Building Excellence Awards for Best Conversion - Gold Award (Private House 3, Salcombe)
2019 - DBC - Building Excellence Awards for Best Innovative Design - Silver Award (Private House, Thurlestone)
2018 - LABC - National Grand Final Winner - Best Individual New Home (Private House 2, Salcombe)
2018 - LABC - Winner - Best Individual New Home (Private House 2, Salcombe)
2018 - DBC - Winner - Best Individual Dwelling (Private House 2, Salcombe)
2017 - LABC - Winner - Best Individual New House (Private Home, East Prawle)
2017 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Winner - Best Individual Dwelling (Private Home, East Prawle)
2016 - LABC - Finalist - Best Individual House (Private Home, Rock 3)
2015 - CIAT - Award for Excellence in Architectural Technology (Private Home, South Cornwall)
2015 - LABC - Highly Commended - Best Individual House (Private House, Shaldon)
2014 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Best Individual New House - Winner (Private House, Devon)
2014 - LABC - Best Large Conversion (Former City Hospital, Truro)
2014 - LABC - Highly Commended - Best Individual House (Private House, Devon)
2014 - LABC - Best High Volume New Housing - Winner (Royal Barham House)
2014 - LABC - Finalist - Best Individual New House (Private House, Devon)
2012 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Best Conversion - Winner (Private Home, South Devon 2)
2012 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Best Commercial / Public Building - Winner (Teign Heritage Centre)
2012 - LABC - Best Conversion To Create A Dwelling (Private Home, South Devon 2)
2010 - CIOB - South West Built Environments Award - Winner (Castle Drogo)
2010 - UK Commercial Property Awards - Best Small Hotel Construction & Design (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - European Hotel Design Awards - New Built Finalist (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - European Hotel Design Awards - Lobby & Public Areas Finalist (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - European Hotel Design Awards - Sustainability Finalist (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - European Hotel Design Awards - Spa, Health & Leisure Finalist (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - Cornwall Sustainability Awards - Sustainable Construction (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - International Commercial Property Awards - Best Small Hotel Construction & Design - Gold (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - International Commercial Property Awards - Best Small Hotel Construction & Design - Silver (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - South West Tourism Excellence Gold Award (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - The Green Apple Award for Leisure and Travel (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - LABC - Winner of Commercial Building of the Year (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - LABC - Finalist Best Large Commercial Development (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - LABC - Finalist Best Large Commercial Development (Castle Drogo)
2010 - LABC - Finalist Best Sustainable Development (Castle Drogo)
2010 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Best Commercial Building (Castle Drogo)
2010 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Best Large Housing Development (South Gate, Totnes)
2010 - Michelmores/Western Morning News - Project of the Year (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Quality and Sustainability (South Gate, Totnes)
2010 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Quality and Sustainability (Castle Drogo)
2010 - Cornwall’s Best New Business (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - Cornwall’s Business of the Year (Scarlet Hotel)
2010 - Cornwall’s Best Website (Scarlet Hotel)
2009 - Arnold Sayer Award - for Group Housing (South Gate, Totnes)
2009 - Housing Design Awards - National Overall Winner (South Gate, Totnes)
2009 - LABC Awards - Finalist Best Major Commercial Development (Delamore)
2009 - LABC Awards - Finalist Best Vernacular Building (Private House, Devon)
2009 - Devon Building Control Partnership - Winner Best Conversion (Private House, Devon)
2008 - Cornish Building Group - Commendation (Private House, Cornwall)
2007 - RIBA Town and Country Awards - Shortlisted New or Renovated Work Space (Art Studios, Totnes)
2007 - The Topsham Museum Society - Award for Significant Contribution (Topsham Museum)
2006 - Housing Design Awards - Project Winner (South Gate, Totnes)
2006 - Housing Design Awards - Featured in Exhibition of Excellence (South Gate, Totnes)
2006 - Daily Mail UK Property Awards - Best UK Architecture - Multiple Units (Housing Scheme, Cornwall)
2006 - Daily Mail UK Property Awards - Best Property Cornwall (Housing Scheme, Cornwall)
2006 - Daily Mail UK Property Awards - Best Development Cornwall (Housing Scheme, Cornwall)
2006 - The Mail on Sunday National Home Builder Design Awards - Winner of Best New Home of the Year (Private House, Bishopsteignton)
2005 - Arnold Sayers Award - Best Single House (Private House, Totnes)
2005 - Caradon Design Awards - Highly Commended in Restoration/ Conservation Category (Private House, Cornwall)
2005 - RIBA Town & Country Design Awards - Commendation (Waterside)
2005 - CABE - Building for Life Silver Standard Award (Waters Edge)
2004 - Cornwall Architecture Awards - Special Award for Best Overall Domestic Building (Private Home, North Cornwall 2)
2004 - RTPI SW Planning Acheivement Awards - Commendation (Waters Edge)
2003 - What House/Daily Telegraph Awards - Silver in Best Exterior Design Category (Waters Edge)
2003 - Arnold Sayer Award - Commendation (Private House, Dartmouth)
2003 - Arnold Sayer Award - Housing Design Award (Alms Houses, Totnes)
2003 - Patrons Award for Design Excellence (Alms Houses, Totnes)
2001 - Arnold Sayer Award - Housing Design Award (Private Houses, Plymouth)
2001 - Civic Trust Awards - Outstanding Contribution (Private Houses, Plymouth)
2001 - Civic Trust Awards - Valuable Contribution to Quality and Appearance on the Environment (Housing Scheme, Brixham)
2000 - Arnold Sayer Award - Group Housing Award (Duke House)
1999 - Civic Trust Special Award (Alms Houses, Totnes)
1998 - RIBA Award (Private Studio, Dartmouth)
1996 - Abercrombie Architectural Design Award (Plymouth Cathedral)
1995 - Civic Trust Awards - Commendation (Glendurgan Visitor Centre)
1995 - Civic Trust Awards - Commendation (Castle Drogo Visitor Centre)
1991 - RIBA Housing Design (Regional) Award (Housing Scheme, Dartmouth)
1990 - Civic Trust Awards - Commendation (Little Priory Court)
1987 - RICS/Times Award Commendation (Totnes Waterside)
1986 - Two Devon Archaelogical Award Commendations (Private Houses, Dartmoor and Exeter)
1984 - Civic Trust Awards - Commendation (Private House, Kingsbridge)
1983 - The Henley Award for Conservation (Private House, Dartmoor)