About Us Established in 1997 by Chris Turnbull and Roger Tweedale, Turnbull Tweedale originate from a management buyout of the former practice Bloomer Tweedale, which traded as Alex Gordon Tweedale up until 1997. The Alex Gordon Tweedale Company can trace its origins, through other former identities, back to 1898. Concurrently associate companies; Tweedale (Wolverhampton) Limited and Bywater Tweedale Limited, were established in the West Midlands and Cumbria. The aim of Turnbull Tweedale is to create a practice, based on a strong wide ranging professional experience that centres on the clients needs whilst reacting to the constantly changing needs of the construction industry. Turnbull Tweedale·s success has been its diversified client base, (large and small scale, both urban and rural) and an ability through its Town Planning Section to provide expert advice. Turnbull Tweedale offers architectural design, building surveying, town planning and associated services for all stages of the development process; from inception to occupation. We also provide detailed advice on matters relating to planning and building regulations, design for disabled access, health and safety matters, and construction contract procurement/administration. This has enabled us to develop and deliver a number of imaginative projects successfully to budget and timescale for both private and public sector clients. ETHOS Turnbull Tweedale specialise in providing architectural, town planning, urban design, building surveying and project management services to all sectors of the community. Through detailed and thorough design processes, we seek to enable all of our clients to realise the potential of developing buildings in an increasingly progressive environment RESOURCES Turnbull Tweedale understands the need to maintain up-to-date technology for efficient production of information, not only for speed of producing information but also as a responsibility to share and inter-link with other members of design teams when developing large scale, complex projects. However all our design work originates from traditional hand sketch work, enabling freedom of expression in design and ideas. Turnbull Tweedale operate AutoCAD 2004 (L), Sketch up versions 4 and 5, and numerous Photoshop software. High-level presentations can be made either in 2D drawings, PowerPoint presentations, or 3D modelling. Where required, and deemed appropriate Turnbull Tweedale still present hand drawn presentations and 3D perspectives. Turnbull Tweedale has agreements in place to ensure IT back up in the unlikely event of technological breakdowns. Our connections to Tweedale of Wolverhampton enable access to large scale planning and project management departments. Currently all office administration is run through Microsoft Office 2003 software. ENVIRONMENT Turnbull Tweedale do not have set environmental policies. Instead the concept of sustainable and environmentally responsible design has been integral to all our designs since our inception. We are committed to producing architecture that not only reduces impact on the environment, but that is also sustainable in the long term for end users. We are constantly researching in our quest for improved environmental design and actively participate in relevant tutorials, lectures, and seminars on such topics. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Turnbull Tweedale ensures that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic, or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependents, age, any political activities, religious beliefs, spent offences, or is disadvantaged by any conditions/requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. All the above applies to selection, training, promotion, pay, and terms/conditions of employment. TRAINING AND ASSOCIATIONS Turnbull Tweedale is proud to be committed to, and abide by the rules of the following associations: RIBA: Royal Institute of British Architects. ARB: Architects Registration Board. RICS: Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors RTPI: The Royal Town Planning Institute CIOB: Chartered Institute of Building CIAT: Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists All the above associations include Code of Conducts stipulating the need for Continued Professional Development (CPD). Turnbull Tweedale recognises the need to continually self improve to maintain a service that is both professional and coherent with contemporary legislation/design requirements. VACANCIES Turnbull Tweedale is always interested to hear from individuals who can demonstrate a track record of achievement and/or can demonstrate an ambition to develop further in a design-focused practice where people are valued. Please send your CV with examples of your work to enquiries@turnbulltweedale.co.uk Alternatively write to: Mr. CV Turnbull, Turnbull Tweedale. 3St Giles Business Park, Pool Rd, Newtown, Powys. SY16 3AJ Chris TurnbullRICS, CIOBAs a founding director Chris brings over 35 years of experience to Turnbull Tweedale ranging from privatepractice to central government roles. Previous work for the Welsh Development Agency and current Private practice has gained Chris detailed insight and knowledge of a wide spectrum of projects; small scale domestic to large scale publicly funded projects. In that time Chris has acted as Architectural Assistant, Building Surveyor, and Planning Supervisor. Roger TweedaleDip Arch (Leeds), RIBA, Dip TP (Leeds). MRTPIRoger graduated from the Leeds School of Architecture and Town Planning in 1964 and 1966 respectively. With over 40 years experience in both Private Practice and Local Government and an Architectural and Planning background Rogers experiencein Housing, Leisure, Commercial, Industrial and Retail have assisted him in building up a sound client base. Further expertisein Arbitration and Town Planning encourage clients to use thecompany to its fullest potential, using Architects where possibleas Lead Consultants on projects. Roger has lectured on planningpractice and judged local architectural heritage awards. Rowan Chislett BA (Hons) (Arch), Pg Dip Arch, Pg Dip Arch Prac, RIBA, ARB Rowan graduated from the Birmingham School of Architecture in 2003. He has worked at Turnbull Tweedale continuously since completing his Part I qualifications. He studied under the direction of RIBA Stirling Prize winning architects Stephen Hodder Associates whilst completing his Thesis at Diploma level (achieving Commendation level). Rowan recently completed his Part 3 Post Graduate Diploma, also at the Birmingham School of Architecture.Having travelled widely throughout Europe Rowan has developed a keen interest in differing cultures, their history, and impact on varied architectural styles, both rural and urban.Rowan has recently worked on our proposals for Brooklands Hall, Theatr Hafren, Newtown Pentecostal Church whilst overseeing construction phases of numerous First Choice Housing Association Projects. Julian McAlster ONC, HNC. Julian has been an Architectural technologist for 25 years. Having worked for His Father's Architectural practice since leaving school Julian has gained wide experience in all aspects of the private housing sector. Following positions within the Alan Cotterel Practice and ETC Design Ltd. Julian joined Turnbull Tweedale in 2002 bringing a wealth of technical experience in the housing sector. He also has extensive knowledge of conservation issues, in particular relating to building conversion projects. This has proved in valuable with such projects as conversion of Brooklands. Philip EllisonPhilip joined Turnbull Tweedale 5 years ago after achieving success in an Advanced GNVQ in Construction and the Built Environment and National Certificate in Building Studies at Coleg Powys Building department. Philip has a keen interest in computers, their software and specialises in both 2D and 3D presentations, achieving City and Guild qualifications in both disciplines. He is currently studying towards an HNC in Computing.Working closely with our designers Philip has been involved in all our major projects, so gaining a broad range of technical and design skills.Away from work Philip is an avid motor sport enthusiast,supporting and participating in international team LMES motorsport events across Europe. Sabrina Thomas Bsc (Hons) Sabrina graduated from the University of Wolverhampton in May 2007 and is the newest member at Turnbull Tweedale. During studies in Architectural Design, Sabrina achieved a first class honors and won the award for Renee Short Prize for the best female student in Engineering. Sabrina having keen interests in 2D, 3D and 4D modelling techniques created a 4D timed construction model for CommonPoint Inc of America and assisted in APD mentoring to help teach modelling to fellow students during her University degree. Working closely with the design team, Sabrina has helped assist on projects and is currently gaining more technical and design based skills. Carys Williams BSc Open, Dip Geog Env Carys assists the Architects on reception and with general office administration. Having worked for well known local public and private sector companies, She brings to Turnbull Tweedale extensive administrative experience. Carys has recently completed studies with the Open University where she gained a BSc Open and a diploma in Geography & Environment.