About
Joel Firth is an award-winning RIBA Chartered Architect and designer with more than 30 years experience in residential, commercial and interior architecture.
Based in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, his work ranges from individual homes, renovations and interiors to major residential developments and commercial projects across Lancashire, the Lake District, the wider UK and selected international locations.
Over the last 30 years, Joel has designed:
700+ building projects
500+ residential projects
6,000+ residential units
200+ development sites
4 million+ sq ft of commercial space
His approach brings architecture, interiors and landscape together, combining strong ideas with an understanding of how buildings are constructed, developed and ultimately lived in.
Professional Background
Areas of work
Residential architecture, new homes, renovations, extensions, interior architecture, commercial projects, hospitality, leisure and property development.
Approach
A highly personal, design-led service from initial ideas and feasibility through design development and delivery, with particular emphasis on proportion, light, materials, context and the relationship between buildings and landscape.
Locations
Based in Lytham St Annes and working throughout the Fylde Coast, Lancashire, Ribble Valley, the Lake District and wider UK, with selected projects overseas.
Professional registration
Registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
Selected Recognition
Joel’s work has received architectural and design recognition, including the Daily Telegraph Best Conversion Award, alongside recognition for residential design and new-build projects.
His portfolio spans more than three decades of architectural practice, from individual private homes to substantial residential and commercial developments.
‘I help clients see what their buildings, spaces and sites could become — then turn that potential into places that feel thoughtful, distinctive and genuinely their own. With over 30 years experience across architecture, interiors and landscape, I bring a joined-up perspective to every project. Working directly with you, I can help shape an early idea, resolve the details or guide the project all the way through to delivery — giving you the clarity, creativity and practical support needed at each stage.’
Joel Firth