Studio
Our aim is to create buildings which respond to their context, work hard for their communities and exceed the requirements of our clients.
Founded in 1978, DLA Architecture has built a reputation for upholding the highest standards of quality, technical compliance and client satisfaction. We pride ourselves on our versatility. Working across a diverse array of work sectors we approach our projects with a holistic understanding, tailoring our creative solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients.
At the heart of what we do is a desire to make a positive difference through the projects we undertake.
STUDIO CULTURE
“ Our people are our success”
Our employees are at the heart of our practice, it is through their hard work and dedication we have achieved our success so far.
We are committed to the well-being, happiness, and professional development of everyone in our community. We work hard, collaborate, support each other and value time together with regular social events. Work-life balance is important to us, we celebrate diverse cultures and promote the health and well-being of our staff through our flexible working policy, all-in days and access to in house Mental Health First Aiders.
We are proud of the work we do, working together to enhance the lives of others through thoughtful contextual design.
Awards
Refurbished / Recycled Building Winner 2024
Corporate Workplace Highly Commended 2024
ESG Award Winner 2024
Yorkshire Awards Finalist 2023
Best West End Refurbishment Winner 2023
Net Zero Regional winner 2023
Commercial Unbuilt Winner 2023
Adapted Building Commendation 2023
Commercial Development of the Year Winner 2023
Project of the Year Workplace Interiors 30-70 SQ FT Finalist 2023
Larger Developement Winner 2022
Place of the year Shortlisted 2022
Shortlisted 2022
Commercial Development of the Year Winner 2021
Commercial Property Deal of the Year Winner 2021
Finalist 2021
Winner 2021
Game Changer Winner 2020
Best Public Service or Educational Building Highly Commended 2020
Build To Rent Winner 2019
Shortlisted 2019
Small Development Winner 2019
Small Housing Commendation 2018
Small Development Winner 2018
Development award for best west end refurbishment/regeneration Shortlisted 2018
Best Use of Materials Winner 2017
Shortlisted 2017
Shortlised 2017
Best of the Best Winner 2017
Sustainability Project of the Year Winner 2017
Shortlisted 2017
Design, Innovation & Creativity Highly Commended 2017
Recycled Workplace Regional Winner 2013
Recycled Workplace National Winner 2013
Commercial Workplace Winner 2013
Excellence in Design for Interiors Winner 2012
Excellence in Design for Teaching and Learning: Small Projects (Refurbishment) Winner 2012