Loughborough architect targets turnover boost

A Loughborough architects practice is using its 40th anniversary to target a spike in turnover.

Watson Batty Architects is also embarking on a recruitment drive to increase its teams in Loughborough and Leeds with the proposed addition of eight new staff.

The firm is aiming to double its current £4m turnover over five years. It says it is currently on track to achieve that with a continued average growth of 20% in recent years.

Peter White, managing director at Watson Batty Architects said: “We are thrilled to celebrate 40 years in practice. Over this time, we have delivered many projects to be proud of and established long term client relationships, over 20 years in some cases for the likes of Wm Morrison Supermarkets and Royal Mail, which is testament to our versatility and ability to engage new practices.

“With our growing offices in Loughborough and Leeds have expanded our existing networks, giving us extended national coverage and the ability to leverage our professional services by sector rather than geography.

“With a team of 50 people we continue to invest heavily in developing our expertise and technological capabilities. To support our growth plans we will pursue more widespread sector expertise covering commercial, industrial, distribution, education, leisure, residential, retail and transport.”