http://www.rg-p.co.uk rg+p Ltd. Fri, 18 May 2012 12:07:50 +0000 http://www.rg-p.co.uk en http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Ashby-Square http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Ashby-Square Fri, 18 May 2012 12:07:50 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 2587050 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- <img src="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587050/P2270078_640.JPG" width="640" height="853" width_o="1920" height_o="2560" src_o="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587050/P2270078_o.JPG" data-mid="17652792" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587050/P2270079_640.JPG" width="640" height="853" width_o="1920" height_o="2560" src_o="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587050/P2270079_o.JPG" data-mid="17652798" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587050/P2270082_640.JPG" width="640" height="853" width_o="1920" height_o="2560" src_o="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587050/P2270082_o.JPG" data-mid="17652803" border="0" align="left"/> Project / Location:Ashby Square Client:WPI Ltd. Our Role:Architecture, Planning Consultant, Party Wall Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, CDM Co-ordinator Project Status:Completed September 2011 Project Value:£2.1m Description: The nature of the site and its prominent location in Loughborough town centre provided a number of challenges. A new build 96 bed spaces & 2500sqft of commercial space with adjacent listed buildings brought constraints upon the development in terms of scale and appearance. We worked very closely with the planning authority and conservation team to achieve an acceptable solution. We drew upon our experience in conservation and with the help of our inhouse planning consultant were able to develop a design that respected the context of the listed buildings whilst maximizing the density on site for our client. rg+p provided a full range of services to our client which gave them just one point of contact for programming and delivering the project. The project is currently on site and is on course to finish on time and to budget. http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Madrasah-Leicester http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Madrasah-Leicester Fri, 18 May 2012 12:07:48 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 3429568 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- <img src="http://payload56.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/3429568/DSCF0144-2K_640.jpg" width="640" height="360" width_o="2000" height_o="1127" src_o="http://payload56.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/3429568/DSCF0144-2K_o.jpg" data-mid="17653158" border="0" align="left"/> Project / Location:Madrasah Client:Madrasah Islamic Educational Institution Our Role:Architecture, Employer’s Agent Project Status:Completed April 2012 Project Value: £2m Description: The construction of the Masjid Umar Madrasah Extension is now complete. The building was officially opened on Friday 20th April 2012. Situated behind the Masjid Umar mosque, the new complex will house Madrasah classrooms to accommodate long waiting lists to meet increasing demand for places within Evington and the surrounding areas. Expansion of Land of Learning Nursery & Primary School, providing the highest level of education and pastoral care for local children, Islamic courses for ladies. A spacious hall for community & youth activities and events as well as a long-term investment for future generations. http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Upperton-Road http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Upperton-Road Fri, 18 May 2012 12:07:47 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 2587037 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- <img src="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587037/DSC_7269_640.JPG" width="640" height="428" width_o="2048" height_o="1370" src_o="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587037/DSC_7269_o.JPG" data-mid="17652956" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587037/P1040574_640.JPG" width="640" height="427" width_o="2048" height_o="1368" src_o="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587037/P1040574_o.JPG" data-mid="17652997" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587037/P1040598_640.JPG" width="640" height="427" width_o="2048" height_o="1368" src_o="http://payload14.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2587037/P1040598_o.JPG" data-mid="17653018" border="0" align="left"/> Project / Location:Upperton Road Client: Code Students Our Role: Architecture, Project Management, CDM-C Project Status:Under Construction: Phase 1 completed September 2011 Project Value: £10m Description: Description: New build student apartments. Built on former railway sidings which used to run through the area, Upperton Road is a new development for a student halls of residence with 384 bedrooms, with ancillary office and common room facilities, including parking, amenity space and landscaping. This project posed significant challenges. In addition to a fast track construction programme of nine months to complete Phase 1 of the development (80 bed spaces), there were a number of technical challenges to overcome to allow Phase 1 of the building to be occupied whilst constructing the remaining phases. Although Phase 1 is a seven storey construction, it has been designed as a single stair building to allow for occupation to take place without reliance on other phases. Allowances have been made in the design to provide for connecting other phases to the stair and lift cores in Phase 1 to maximise travel distances / reduce the number of stair and lift cores / minimise circulation space to optimise the gross to net floor areas reducing build costs. http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Hinckley-Hub http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Hinckley-Hub Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:25:00 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 2636587 <img src="http://payload16.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2636587/10-003 - Corner Render - cropped 4kpx_640.jpg" width="640" height="303" width_o="2048" height_o="971" src_o="http://payload16.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2636587/10-003 - Corner Render - cropped 4kpx_o.jpg" data-mid="13344304" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload16.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2636587/flude-12_640.jpg" width="640" height="480" width_o="800" height_o="600" src_o="http://payload16.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2636587/flude-12_o.jpg" data-mid="13344182" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload16.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2636587/flude-29June2010_640.jpg" width="640" height="440" width_o="800" height_o="550" src_o="http://payload16.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2636587/flude-29June2010_o.jpg" data-mid="13344185" border="0" align="left"/> Project / Location:Hinckley Hub, Rugby Road, Hinckley Client:MRP Hinckley No. 1 LP Our Role:Employer’s Agent, Quantity Surveying, CDM-C Project Status:Under Construction: due for completion January 2013 Project Value: £4m Description: rg+p has been appointed to act as employer’s agent, quantity surveyor, party wall assessor and construction, design and management co-ordinator (CDM-C), on the substantial refurbishment and extension of the former Flude Hosiery Factory on Hawley Road. To be constructed by Hallam Contracts Ltd, the scheme has been designed to achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and when complete in January 2013, will form a public sector hub for Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, Leicester County Council and other public sector partners. The new Council civic suite will double up as a training and conference facility for local businesses. Mitch Dale, director, rg+p Ltd said: “This is a fabulous project and we are delighted to be taking such a pivotal role in the regeneration of this site. Tweet http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Cherry-Orchard http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Cherry-Orchard Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:50:26 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 2386666 <img src="http://payload4.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2386666/003H Proposed Site Plan 2 - edit_640.jpg" width="640" height="379" width_o="2048" height_o="1215" src_o="http://payload4.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2386666/003H Proposed Site Plan 2 - edit_o.jpg" data-mid="12036555" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload4.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2386666/056 Typical Street Elevations - edit_640.jpg" width="640" height="486" width_o="2048" height_o="1557" src_o="http://payload4.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2386666/056 Typical Street Elevations - edit_o.jpg" data-mid="12036562" border="0" align="left"/> Project / Location:Cherry Orchard Client:Northampton Regeneration Partnership Our Role: Architects Project Status: Planning StageProject Value: £15m approx. Description: rg+p has recently achieved planning permission for 155 new houses and apartments at the former Cherry Orchard School site in Northampton. The site has been vacant for several years since the school moved to a new site adjacent the development. The proposals include the removal of the former school building, and the retention of several mature trees. The long, narrow site has several distinct character’s which have evolved through the design process, including a contemporary take on the 1930’s properties neighbouring the site at the Wellingborough road entrance and the regency crescent fronting the existing round-a-bout on the site. A queue has been taken from the nearby Weston Favell Village to the south of the site, for the more rural feeling properties fronting onto the generous areas of public open space. While the zones are clearly defined and well detailed, the key to the success of the development was ensuring a harmonious transition between characters to achieve a cohesive development. Tweet http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Studio-Animation http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Studio-Animation Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:51:38 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 2372406 <img src="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487glass-wallcam033-12-01-_640.jpg" width="640" height="300" width_o="2048" height_o="961" src_o="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487glass-wallcam033-12-01-_o.jpg" data-mid="13226318" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487-cam036-iso-glass-wall_4_640.jpg" width="640" height="469" width_o="2048" height_o="1501" src_o="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487-cam036-iso-glass-wall_4_o.jpg" data-mid="13226301" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487-plan-view0000_640.jpg" width="640" height="311" width_o="2048" height_o="997" src_o="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487-plan-view0000_o.jpg" data-mid="13226243" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487-cam034-high-glass-wall_640.jpg" width="640" height="342" width_o="2048" height_o="1097" src_o="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/7487-cam034-high-glass-wall_o.jpg" data-mid="13226272" border="0" align="left"/> Update: Additional images have been produced, some of which will be utilised in marketing material....the glass wall to the en-suite is purely to allow views through the unit. Project / Location:Studio Animation Client:Code Students Our Role: Architectural Visualisation Project Status: Concept StageProject Value: £N/A Description: rg+p were recently involved in producing an animation which would demonstrate a new studio apartment to clients. The brief was to model & animate a typical unit which will be utilised in various marketing material, all the work was completed by our in house visualisation team. Check out our channels for more videos in the future. <img src="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/youtube---75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/youtube---75px_o.png" data-mid="11937300" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/vimeo---75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload3.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/2372406/vimeo---75px_o.png" data-mid="11937299" border="0" align="left"/> Tweet http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Meet-The-Team http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Meet-The-Team Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:08:02 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 1713091 Our employees are key to the success of our business. rg+p has a 24 strong team of professionals with a multitude of skills, experience and technical expertise. rg+p prides itself on excellent customer service, offering clients director-led teams of dynamic staff who are experienced in dealing with clients on a day to day basis. rg+p operates a system of skills and knowledge sharing through 'Practice Champions' who have specialist knowledge in certain areas, this knowledge is called upon by both staff and clients. Bill Smedley Managing Director Born 1956; qualified as architect in 1987. Managing Director since 1999 and became business partner with Richard Galey in 1987 having previously worked at Douglas Smith Stimson Partnership (DSSP), Michael Scott Architects, Bundey and Rodgers (brp) and Pick Everard. Bill started the Planning Supervisor services (now CDM-C) in 1995 from the new Northampton office of rg+p. which he opened and ran from 1994. Studied at Leicester School of Architecture and now a tutor there on a part time basis. Bill trained as an adjudicator in 1998 and is now able to carry out construction related expert witness work. His portfolio of work includes extra care housing, housing, health projects, casinos, night clubs, pubs and one off private houses. Outside of work he enjoy's golf, classic cars and long sunny days. Enjoying life in East Langton; Bill has two sons who live and work in London. The RIBA has played a large part in his life both as a student and as an architect having been LRSA President (1999-2001) and currently represent the East Midlands Region as national councillor and also serve as a Non Executive Director of RIBA Enterprises. <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Bill Smedley's profile on LinkedIn"> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/bill 2011.jpg" width="350" height="340" width_o="350" height_o="340" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/bill 2011_o.jpg" data-mid="8806143" border="0" align="left"/> James Badley Architectural Director James became a Director in 1999 having returned to the practice in 1997 after working abroad in Switzerland. As a director of the company James is responsible for not only managing his architectural team but for the personnel side of the business. James has a wide and varied experience in both refurbishment and newbuild projects in the residential, student accommodation, commercial, education and healthcare sectors, specialising in Party Wall Surveying and in sustainable architecture. James is married to Sarah and has two sons Sebastian and Edward. In his spare time he enjoys playing tennis, cycling and dabbling in the kitchen. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/james 2011.jpg" width="350" height="312" width_o="350" height_o="312" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/james 2011_o.jpg" data-mid="8806144" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View James Badley's profile on LinkedIn"> Rob Woolston Architectural Director Rob joined rg+p in 1997 and became a Director in 1999. With particular experience in Master Planning, Sustainable Design and Modern Methods of Construction. Rob works across a broad range of project types and is particularly skilled at large scale residential and mixed-use developments with his largest project to date being a £95m mixed use development in the centre of Birmingham. Rob is also a qualified Code for Sustainable Homes Assessor and leads the team of Code Assessors on a cross section of projects covering all Code levels. Rob is married to Michelle and they have two young daughters. In his spare time Rob plays piano and saxophone and enjoys playing golf. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5928 - 350px.jpg" width="350" height="319" width_o="350" height_o="319" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5928 - 350px_o.jpg" data-mid="9734723" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Rob Woolston's profile on LinkedIn"> Mitch Dale QS & Project Management Director Mitch joined rg+p in 2004, following seven years at EC Harris. Before this Mitch worked for a number of years with main contractors, developing solid experience of all aspects of construction. Mitch leads the QS, Project Management, Employers Agent and Monitoring Surveyor section of rg+p and undertakes a variety of projects for private developers and housing associations through all stages of the job. These projects range from £100,000 to £15 million in value. Mitch is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager and also completed a Diploma in Project Management and MBA in construction and Real Estate at the University of Reading. In his spare time Mitch runs a judo club, plays in a squash league and enjoys five a side football & running. He is also married to Liz and has three young children. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/mitch 2011.jpg" width="350" height="318" width_o="350" height_o="318" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/mitch 2011_o.jpg" data-mid="8806146" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Mitch Dale's profile on LinkedIn"> Alex Briars Architect Alex joined rg+p in 2005 following the completion of a four year Masters in Architecture and Environmental Design at Nottingham University. Alex is a registered Architect after completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Practice and a Bachelor in Architecture at De Montfort University, both on a part time basis whilst working at rg+p. Alex undertakes a variety of projects for private developers, commercial clients and housing associations through all stages of the job. When not working, Alex enjoys latin dancing and appreciates the additional spare time after many years of studying. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6173.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6173_o.jpg" data-mid="9734495" border="0" align="left"/> Alisdair Gray Assistant ArchitectAlisdair is our newest member of the team, having previously worked at rg+p back in 2010. He has now returned for a second tour of duty. Alisdair recently completed his Part I MEng in Architecture and Environmental Design at the University of Nottingham. He spent his third year building a Code-6 & Passivhaus Standard eco-house in Madrid for the 2010 Solar Decathlon. At rg+p he’ll be working on a wide range of projects in preparation for the diploma course. Out of office hours, Alisdair can be found racing round Rutland Water. He’s a highly active member of Rutland Sailing Club where he has worked as a qualified sailing instructor. When it’s not windy enough to sail, his road-bike and climbing harness provide two alternative methods of transport. He also plays alto saxophone and bass guitar in various local bands, including the Uppingham Jazz and Soul Band. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6185.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6185_o.jpg" data-mid="9734504" border="0" align="left"/> Andy Moulding Quantity Surveyor Andrew joined rg+p Ltd in early 2005 having worked previously for private practices in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire. At rg+p Ltd Andrew is responsible for co-ordinating and delivery of Project Management, Quantity Surveying and Employer’s Agent schemes along with also carrying out Purchasers Agent and Bank Monitoring projects. He also has experience under the most common forms of contract including Traditional JCT, JCT Design & Build, PPC 2000 and Development Agreements. Outside of work Andrew's spare time is taken up with family life but when possible enjoys following the cricket and football and getting out for a bike ride around the County. <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Bill Smedley's profile on LinkedIn"> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6204 (3).jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6204 (3)_o.jpg" data-mid="10080042" border="0" align="left"/> Andy Ward Planning ConsultantAndy began providing planning advice to rg+p at the start of 2008, following a year and half working for Harborough London Ltd as a planning consultant. Before that he was a Senior Planner at Leicester City Council, working on major projects, and he was the lead planning officer on the £350m Highcross shopping centre in Leicester. Andy has over 18 years of planning experience, having gained his BA (Hons) degree in Town and Country Planning from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. He has worked in Leeds and West Devon before Leicester. Andy provides the in-house planning consultancy service at rg+p, working on everything from house extensions to multi-million pound student developments, providing pre-application advice, submitting applications, and pursuing appeals. In his spare time Andy is a keen sports fan, which makes his season ticket at Derby County difficult to explain, and he enjoys the occasional round of golf. A knee injury means he can’t play cricket and football anymore, though his friends say he couldn’t play in the first place! Andy is married to Jane and they have a teenage son. His garden and books provide relaxation at home, aided by the occasional glass of red. His music interests mean he listens to most of it through headphones at the insistence of his wife and son. <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Andy Ward's profile on LinkedIn"> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5996 (10).jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5996 (10)_o.jpg" data-mid="8455250" border="0" align="left"/> Anita Keany Assistant Architect Anita joined rg+p in late 2003, shortly afterwards she completed her Diploma in Architecture which she was studying part-time. Anita has worked on a variety of jobs since joining but has mainly worked on residential projects. Whilst working on both new build and refurbishment architectural schemes she also trained to become a Eco-Homes Assessor and qualified as a fully licensed assessor in 2006. In her spare time she likes to produce abstract art and has a keen eye for interior design. <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Thomas Hart profile on LinkedIn"> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6179.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6179_o.jpg" data-mid="9734502" border="0" align="left"/> Becky Sharpe Assistant Architect Becky joined rg+p a couple of months ago, after completing her Part I BA hons Architecture course at the University of Lincoln. Over this period she has assisted with several architectural projects around the office. In her spare time Becky enjoys watching films, going to watch Leicester City Football Club and spending time with friends and family. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5990 (4).jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5990 (4)_o.jpg" data-mid="8455245" border="0" align="left"/> Craig Cumberland Quantity Surveyor Craig graduated from Nottingham Trent University in 2005 and has 10 years experience in private practice Quantity Surveying, undertaking a variety of projects for private developers and housing associations these projects range from £100,000 to £5million in value. In his spare time Craig plays Ice Hockey and enjoys to travel. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6201.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6201_o.jpg" data-mid="9734531" border="0" align="left"/> Danielle Newton Administration Assistant Danielle has just recently joined rg+p, having worked here for a couple of weeks & is currently training as an apprentice administrator as part of our admin team, helping with the day to day running of the practice. Before this Danielle was a hairdresser, which she still enjoys doing it in her spare time. Outside of work she enjoys spending a lot of time with her nieces and nephews and socialising with friends. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6196.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6196_o.jpg" data-mid="9734524" border="0" align="left"/> David McSwiney Associate ArchitectDavid worked for Richard Galey & Partners from 1986 until 1991, he then took a fifteen year break before re-joining rg+p in 2006. During that period, he worked for one British and three American companies where his role was running their European business of Architecture, Interior Design and Fit-out for the top fashion and cosmetic labels, followed by the same level of retail design for the top three house builders in England. Since returning to rg+p, David has had both project and team responsibility for residential, healthcare and mixed use schemes up to £20m value. David is also a qualified Code for Sustainable Homes Assessor. Outside of work, his passions are cooking and music. David plays piano and keyboards in a Leicestershire band. Although having recently given up golf after nearly forty years, he was captain of the East Midlands RIBA team for a few years and hosted the Inter Regional tournament at Hollinwell in 2009, David has three children – all at third level education or beyond. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5932 (30).jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5932 (30)_o.jpg" data-mid="8455218" border="0" align="left"/> Gary Argent Architectural Assistant Gary joined rg+p in june 2007, he quickly became part of the team by working on the original scheme for the Wolsey & Abbey Mills Buildings, after this he has been given the opportunity to work on a variety of schemes from housing to large mixed use developments. Over the years his skills & knowledge in a variety of 3D software packages have given rg+p an extra edge in their presentations, he is able to take the scheme from 2D line drawings to finished visuals to aid the clients in selling their scheme to the planners or investors. In his spare time he has a slightly obsessive interest in music, as well as film & sport (so long as man utd are playing) <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Gary Argent's profile on LinkedIn"> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5978_1.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5978_1_o.jpg" data-mid="8455239" border="0" align="left"/> Ian Partridge Architectural TechnicianIan joined rg+p in 1994 after a varied early career working in Bristol, East Sussex and Mansfield on a wide variety of architectural projects. He joined as an Architectural Technician, and became rg+p’s refurbishment guru, managing the upgrading of hundreds of terraced houses for local Housing Associations. Lately he has been involved with challenging new build schemes such as a new YMCA development and purpose built Student Accommodation. Ian is also an experienced Party Wall Surveyor and a qualified OCDEA Energy Assessor, producing SAPs both for rg+p and external clients He is married with two daughters. He is a keen cook, preparing delicious meals for friends and family, and even does the ironing, essential with three girls to look after! <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5936 (34).jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5936 (34)_o.jpg" data-mid="8455219" border="0" align="left"/> John Roberts Architect John has been at rg+p since 2003, when he moved to Leicester from his native Hampshire, where he worked for 5 years for a practice in Winchester. He trained at the Birmingham School of Architecture, became a registered architect in 2000 and is a member of the RIBA. John is a Senior Architect and has experience in both private and public sector housing and has a background in commercial, retailing, education and community projects. When not working, John is a keen follower of rugby and can be found at Welford Road on match days watching Leicester Tigers. He also supports Southampton FC John is married to Hayley (a former Architect herself) and has 3 young children <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5986 (84).jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5986 (84)_o.jpg" data-mid="8455243" border="0" align="left"/> Kwamina Woode Quantity Surveyor Kwamina has been with the QS and Project Management team since 2004 and has been involved in all aspects of Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Bank Fund Monitoring on all types of projects. He also assists with the CDM Co-ordinator role of the company on a number of projects. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5955.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5955_o.jpg" data-mid="8455229" border="0" align="left"/> Laura Davidson Architect Laura joined rgp in 2002 as an architectural assisstant and qualified as architect in 2006 while working in the office. During her time in the office she has worked on a wide range of shcemes including residential, commercial and community projects. Out of the office Laura enjoy's running and cycling especially when they involve tea and cakes <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5951.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5951_o.jpg" data-mid="8455225" border="0" align="left"/> Martyn Luczka Financial ControllerAfter graduating from Newcastle University with an economics degree Martyn then did accountancy training with GEC and British Shoe Corporation. Subsequently, worked in several local companies in the knitwear industry until eventually became Financial Director of Dryad Simplan Limited. Joined rg+p Limited in April 2006 as Financial Controller with responsibility for the finance function of the Company. Outside of work Martyn enjoys a nice game of bowls, reading a good book or listening to music. Also loves travelling. In addition, act as auditor for Knighton Victoria Bowls Club and the Leicester branch of the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain. <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Martyn Luczka's profile on LinkedIn"> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5994 (8).jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5994 (8)_o.jpg" data-mid="8455247" border="0" align="left"/> Maureen Carberry Practice ManagerMaureen joined rg+p as Practice Manager in 2000 after 14 years managing design offices in Kent, London and Glasgow. Her role involves ensuring that the administration and quality systems run smoothly. She also assists with marketing, completing presentations, bids and pre-qualification questionnaires. Maureen’s interests outside of work include food (cooking and eating) and music. She is a member of The Little Theatre, Leicester, where she is involved in all things backstage and marketing. She edits and proof-reads the production programmes but her favourite activity is prompting. Maureen has two grown-up daughters and a grandson. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/mo.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/mo_o.jpg" data-mid="8585311" border="0" align="left"/> Peter Traynor Architectural TechnicianPeter joined rg+p in 1993 as Senior Architectural Technician, having worked previously for both Architects and Engineers. His role as Senior Technician has involved him in a broad range of projects, from refurbishment and conservation to housing projects, for RSLs and private developer. Peter has worked on large scale student accommodation projects as well as commercial and leisure schemes. His skills extend to a second role in rg+p as Network Administrator and IT support. Peter has long been an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists. As a keen off-road and fell runner, Peter has completed several Marathons and ultra-challenges; in 2009 he assisted and paced two senior runners in successfully completing the 48 mile traverse of the Lake District fells and helped raise money for local charities. Peter is married to Rose, a senior computer analyst for Jaguar Land Rover. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/pete.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/pete_o.jpg" data-mid="8479758" border="0" align="left"/> Sohini Patel Administration Assistant Sohini has just recently joined rg+p, and is currently training as an apprentice administrator as part of our admin team, helping with day to day running of the practice. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with family, socializing with friends and meeting new people. Enjoys watching films and has interest in music. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/_O4E8998_55.jpg" width="324" height="379" width_o="324" height_o="379" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/_O4E8998_55_o.jpg" data-mid="11532840" border="0" align="left"/> Steve Deller ArchitectSteve has been a Chartered Architect working in Leicestershire for 14 years and joined rg+p three years ago. Steve works on a variety of project types from inception to completion, and has a particular interest in community architecture, working on projects up to a value of 19 M. In his spare time Steve follows the fortunes of his home town Watford FC. Steve is married with a 9 year old boy who supports Man United (I know). <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5983.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_5983_o.jpg" data-mid="8455242" border="0" align="left"/> Tom Hart Associate Architect Tom joined rg+p over 10 years ago during his final year of study at De Montfort university. He obtained his RIBA Part 3 qualification in 2001 and became an Associate in 2004. Tom is project and team leader on various projects from small one-off houses to large projects up to £100million in value. He has experience in retail fit-outs across Europe, large mixed use schemes such as Connaught Square & Electric Wharf, multi-storey student accommodation and affordable housing. He is also currently spearheading the practices use of BIM (Building Information Modelling) and its integration within the profession. Tom is a Chartered Architect and is currently the President of the Leicestershire and Rutland Society of Architects, taking over the role of youngest President from rg+p MD Bill Smedley. He is continuing the traditions of the Society while building greater links with the University and the younger members of the profession. Tom is the current Chairman of ProHELP which is a pro-bono charity assisting local community groups with professional assistance and promoting the overriding charity – Leicestershire Cares. Toms has recently travelled around the world to continue his spare time activities of mountain biking, snowboarding, photography and video. <img src="http://www.linkedin.com/img/webpromo/btn_profile_bluetxt_80x15.png" width="80" height="15" border="0" alt="View Thomas Hart profile on LinkedIn"> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6194.jpg" width="324" height="450" width_o="324" height_o="450" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1713091/IMG_6194_o.jpg" data-mid="9734522" border="0" align="left"/> http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Social-Media http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Social-Media Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:48:03 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 1549733 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/twitter-75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/twitter-75px_o.png" data-mid="10151051" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/FB-75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/FB-75px_o.png" data-mid="10151033" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/Li-75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/Li-75px_o.png" data-mid="10151034" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/blog-75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/blog-75px_o.png" data-mid="10151031" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/behance---75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/behance---75px_o.png" data-mid="10151030" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/youtube---75px_14.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/youtube---75px_14_o.png" data-mid="11384864" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/g----75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/g----75px_o.png" data-mid="11384877" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/vimeo---75px.png" width="75" height="76" width_o="75" height_o="76" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549733/vimeo---75px_o.png" data-mid="11936535" border="0" align="left"/> http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Wolsey-Abbey-Mills http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Wolsey-Abbey-Mills Tue, 26 Jul 2011 22:55:27 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 1783097 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-001_640.JPG" width="640" height="961" width_o="2048" height_o="3077" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-001_o.JPG" data-mid="8787440" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-014_640.JPG" width="640" height="961" width_o="2048" height_o="3077" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-014_o.JPG" data-mid="8787478" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-018_640.JPG" width="640" height="961" width_o="2048" height_o="3077" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-018_o.JPG" data-mid="8787509" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-022_640.JPG" width="640" height="961" width_o="2048" height_o="3077" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-022_o.JPG" data-mid="8787532" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-023_640.JPG" width="640" height="961" width_o="2048" height_o="3077" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-023_o.JPG" data-mid="8787551" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-027_640.JPG" width="640" height="961" width_o="2048" height_o="3077" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1783097/D64470-027_o.JPG" data-mid="8787585" border="0" align="left"/> Project / Location:Wolsey & Abbey Mills Buildings Client: LHA / ASRA Our Role: Architects Project Status: CompleteProject Value: £14.4m Description: A fantastic new development on behalf of LHS / ASRA, comprising of 103 new homes, of which 63 Extra Care apartments for older people and 40 affordable homes for rent and low-cost home ownership have been created on the site of the old Wolsey Factory. A difficult scheme that required the demolition of the existing structure whilst trying to maintain the historic corner of the building. The Wolsey Building benefits from state-of-the-art eco-technology in the form of a bio-mass boiler system which runs on wood pellets, providing a heating system which substantially reduces carbon dioxide emissions. The new building has achieved Code for Sustainable Homes Level 3. Tweet http://www.rg-p.co.uk/Arran-Way http://www.rg-p.co.uk/following/rg-p.co.uk/Arran-Way Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:45:47 +0000 rg+p Ltd. 1549709 <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549709/DSC02539_640.JPG" width="640" height="480" width_o="2048" height_o="1536" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549709/DSC02539_o.JPG" data-mid="8029078" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549709/DSC02540_640.JPG" width="640" height="480" width_o="2048" height_o="1536" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549709/DSC02540_o.JPG" data-mid="8029126" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549709/DSC02563_640.JPG" width="640" height="480" width_o="2048" height_o="1536" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/108808/1549709/DSC02563_o.JPG" data-mid="8029160" border="0" align="left"/> Project / Location:Arran Way, Corby Client: Corby Borough Council and F E Peacock Our Role: Architects & Quantity Surveyors Project Status: Complete Project Value: £11m Description: This scheme is an urban regeneration project of approximately 90 new dwellings of contemporary and sustainable design principles. The layout was derived after in-depth neighbourhood consultation and aims to shape future communities based on people’s aspirations as well as urban design good practice. Tweet