Building Safety Through Design: How Recladding Architects Are Leading the Way to Safer, Compliant Buildings
The Government’s mandate to remove unsafe cladding from all high-risk residential buildings (HRRBs) by 2031 has reshaped the priorities of developers, building owners, and local authorities alike. As the focus on building safety compliance intensifies, the role of recladding architects has never been more critical.
At PARKdesigned Architects, our team works at the forefront of the recladding and façade remediation sector, supporting clients to achieve full regulatory compliance while maintaining architectural integrity and commercial viability.
Expertise in Regulation and Compliance
Navigating the requirements of the Building Safety Act and the associated Building Regulations demands deep technical understanding. Our architects and technologists bring extensive experience in:
Interpreting the evolving regulations for High-Risk Residential Buildings (HRRBs) and identifying appropriate compliance routes
Securing planning consent and other statutory approvals efficiently
Coordinating early engagement with the Building Safety Regulator, ensuring design solutions meet the “golden thread” requirements
This integrated approach ensures every recladding project we deliver is safe, compliant, and future-proof.
Collaboration and Quality Assurance
Recladding is inherently multi-disciplinary. PARKdesigned partners closely with chartered surveyors, façade engineers, fire consultants, and contractors to deliver holistic solutions. Our role as lead architect is to bring design coordination, technical accuracy, and independent scrutiny to the process.
We apply rigorous technical reviews of contractor and supplier proposals, assessing system specifications, fire performance data, and installation details to verify that they align with both the design intent and regulatory standards.
From Risk to Resilience
Every recladding project is an opportunity to transform risk into resilience. By combining technical compliance with design sensitivity, our projects not only achieve safety and regulatory goals but also enhance the visual identity and long-term value of the building.
Our recent work across the commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors demonstrates our capability to deliver bespoke recladding solutions on complex, high-profile sites. Each scheme benefits from our studio’s core ethos: to create spaces that perform, endure, and inspire.
Why Engage Recladding Architects Early
Engaging an experienced recladding architect at the outset allows for:
Early identification of regulatory constraints and cost implications
Streamlined coordination with façade specialists and safety regulators
Efficient programme management, reducing risk and delay
Design outcomes that balance safety, performance, and aesthetics
At PARKdesigned Architects, we view recladding as more than a remedial process — it is an opportunity to reimagine the building envelope, improve sustainability, and build public trust in the safety of our built environment.
Partner with PARKdesigned
As the 2031 deadline approaches, the demand for competent, accountable recladding architects will only grow. Whether you are a developer, building owner, or property manager, our team is ready to support you through every stage — from feasibility and compliance strategy to design delivery and handover.
Let’s build clarity, confidence, and safer buildings together.