We build high quality, low carbon homes you’ll love

SALT architects is an emerging design studio, led by Lisa McDanell. With over 10 years’ experience in housing and cultural buildings, we are well equipped to tackle any design challenge your project might bring. 

The home is where you spend the majority of your time, and we believe a happy and healthy environment plays a significant role in mental health and well-being. That’s why at SALT we couple beautiful design with low carbon technology to create a home you will love for years to come.

  • "I appreciate how difficult it is to select an architectural practices and I've used quite a few for home and business. SALT has surpassed all our expectations in terms of Creative Input, detail design attention to detail, collaboration with contractors, engineers and suppliers, and finally contract administration. Our project was to reimagine our home and create something from our dreams. SALT helped us realise our vision."

    - Harvey Hillary

  • "We have worked with Lisa on a large scale extension project. The design that was created was exactly what we were looking for and she did a fantastic job of getting us through planning smoothly. Throughout she has been supportive and willing to go over and above."

    - Edward FitzGerald

  • "My house burnt down and it was very hard to imagine it being rebuilt, seeing as we had originally built it 33 years ago. Our son introduced us to Lisa , who took over the project, found builders, surveyors etc and in her hands it was rebuilt and it is absolutely fantastic. I do not know how we would have managed without her. I have recommended her to friends and with no doubt would use her again, hopefully not on a burnt out house!"

    - Lorraine Holden

Selected Projects

What People Are Saying

“When our house was damaged by fire Lisa provided a complete package of support to have it quickly rebuilt: from initial advice and designs sketches through planning consent and detailed building plans to finding a suitable builder and monitoring progress with regular site visits.” 

— Dick & Lorraine, Chichester

“In 2021 my wife and I used a local and well-respected planning consultant to redesign our home. The planning was refused and we appealed the case. The results were devastating and we were told we should never be allowed what we initially requested. 

Thinking all hope was lost, we turned to Lisa who managed to win over the local authority by taking a much more hands-on approach, creating high quality designs. Over time, Lisa managed to get us what we wanted for our family home. She is a great asset to have on your side and I highly recommend her to anyone who wants the highest chance of their planning to succeed.”

— Jack, Sidlesham

Where we have worked

Hackney Council

Arun District Council

Chichester District Council

London Borough of Southwark

Merton Council

Westminster City Council

City of York Council

Havant Council

Say Hello!

From concept to construction, we’re ready to design your home. We promise a client-centric approach that empowers ideas, eases concerns, and delivers quality craftsmanship we’ll all be proud of.

Say hello to start your journey!

About

Services

Inclusive Design

Accessibility Specialist

Sustainable Design

Hybrid Spaces

Renovation + Restoration

Contact

lisa@saltarchitects.uk

+447770 601 800

Recognition

The Architectural Review

The Architects’ Journal

Location

London

Chichester