Who We Are

Company background 

MTA (Michael Trentham Architects) is an award winning architecture firm established in SE1 London, in 2001, to create contemporary, innovative buildings on time and on budget in the residential, retail, leisure and office sectors.

Our approach

We  work closely with you to find creative solutions and ideas for your project to exceed your expectations.  We hope, like us, you value design quality and simplicity. We will apply the same thoroughness, whether one-off pieces of furniture or large new build projects.

We are committed to low energy and sustainable design, and through this create beautiful spaces finished in sustainable, everyday, materials and filled with natural light.

“MTA were exceptional to work with. Incredibly knowledgeable, experienced and professional.” R.Marshall.

Areas of expertise

Our expertise ranges from individual Grade II Listed refurbishments and extensions to modern new-build schemes. We offer a full range of architectural services including: interior design, urban planning, feasibility studies and project management.  

“MTA were excellent. They thought about all the necessary details and added extras we wouldn't have thought to include”. B.Winchester.

Why MTA?

With us you will enjoy the building process as we expertly guide you through the design, planning and construction stages, whether you are constructing a new building or adapting an existing property. We will apply impartial and creative thinking to projects large and small. We add value, whether from maximising light and space, adding functionality, or achieving the best return on your investment.

We will work with you to develop your project brief and finalise the budget and will develop solutions and propose ways to reduce costs whilst coming up with a design that will increase the building’s value.

Our design process is collaborative and bespoke. We listen carefully to your needs and desires and we apply impartial and creative thinking to all projects, large and small. We will not only save you money,  we will  create natural light-filled spaces that will give you pleasure, creating a sense of place, time and season. Having been in practice for 21 years we are confident we’ll exceed your expectations.

We will develop solutions with you and propose ways to save you money whilst creating a design that will increase your enjoyment and value of your property.

“I cannot thank Michael and his team enough for the great work they have done and all the patience they have shown. It was a pleasure of working with them.” G.Brochard