10th Anniversary Celebrations

July 6, 2026

On Thursday 2nd July, we held an anniversary celebration at Nedging Hall with clients, past clients, contractors, associates, colleagues and friends. We are delighted to be marking Philip Branton and Craig Western's 10 years of directorship, alongside 45 years of Wincer Kievenaar as a business - a significant milestone we are proud to share with those who have helped us reach where we are... Read more

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Legacy, leadership, and local roots: a landmark year for Wincer Kievenaar Architects

June 2, 2026
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2026 is a monumental year for Wincer Kievenaar Architects, as we hit three milestones worth celebrating: over 45 incredible years in business, ten years of Philip Branton and Craig Western’s leadership as directors, and one year at our new Hadleigh office. We couldn’t be... Read more

Planning Permission Granted for Gate Farm Cottages, Semer

May 29, 2026
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Establishing the Extant Permission The original outline consent for four dwellings and associated highway improvements was granted in 1990, with reserved matters applications approved in stages thereafter. One of those submissions - relating to landscaping - was submitted... Read more

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Public Consultation for Spring Meadow

March 26, 2026
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We’re bringing forward early ideas for a new neighbourhood at Spring Meadow and we want to be open about why, and what we believe it could mean for the village if done well. There is a genuine national need for more homes, and Babergh District Council has identified that... Read more

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Celebrating the Retirement of Chris Hyam

March 12, 2026
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Today we celebrate the retirement of Chris Hyam, Associate and Senior Technician at Wincer Kievenaar, who brings to a close an extraordinary career spanning 38 years. Chris joined the Practice in 1988 after meeting Mark Wincer and Paul Kievenaar, and immediately felt that the... Read more

Ellie Betham - Passive House designer

An introduction to Passivhaus

February 10, 2026
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When building for the future, energy efficiency and a reduced carbon footprint are at the forefront of building design. Passivhaus is a building standard focused on creating low-energy buildings, designed carefully to consider how energy is used and lost. From residential... Read more

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National Apprenticeship Week: An interview with our architectural apprentices

February 9, 2026
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It is National Apprenticeship Week, held annually to celebrate the impact of apprenticeships. It is designed to raise awareness, opening the doors of opportunity to businesses and potential apprentices across the UK. Here at Wincer Kievenaar, we're proud to offer Level 7... Read more

Skoda Showroom

December 4, 2025
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We are pleased to announce that we have officially broken ground on the new Skoda Showroom located on Crane Boulevard in Ipswich. Positioned alongside the existing Audi showroom, this development will further strengthen the area as a key destination for automotive retail. This... Read more

PUBLIC CONSULTATION FOR THE PROPOSED CAPEL MUSHROOMS REDEVELOPMENT

November 28, 2025
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A New Chapter for a Well-Known Local Landmark The former Capel Mushrooms site sits at the southern edge of Capel St Mary, alongside the Stutton Brook corridor and the historic Churchford Farm. For decades, the site was a hive of agricultural activity - home to the mushroom farm... Read more

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Educational building architecture: the art and science of designing schools

November 12, 2025
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When designing new educational spaces for learning and teaching, a relationship must be established between pedagogy and architecture to deliver a truly successful school building. An environment must be designed that supports educational needs, offers a feeling of safety,... Read more

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World Architecture Day 2025: Design for Strength

October 6, 2025
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Occurring annually on the first Monday in October, World Architecture Day is an opportunity to celebrate the incredible and diverse field of architecture. This day was first established by the International Union of Architects (UIA), a federation of national professional... Read more