About

Apse - definition - a round or faceted recess at the eastern end of a church.

For us, Apse also means Architecture and Planning for a Sustainable Environment because the future of the planet and our clients’ wellbeing is at the heart of our philosophy.

Apse Director, Julie Boultby, BA, B.Arch RIBA CA is a Conservation Accredited Chartered Architect with over 25 years experience, specialising in working with historic buildings, new homes, extensions and community projects.

Working with a trusted network of local contractors, consultants and craftspeople, we will build a team that you can rely on to deliver your project.

Based in the South West, we cover the region including Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire, Bristol, South Wales and Gloucestershire, and occasionally further afield where our specialist services are required.

Using RIBA Chartered Architects with Conservation Accreditation, you can be assured that your building is in expert hands.

Our clients

The following is a list of some of our current and previous clients:

British Waterways; Dame Hannah Rogers Trust; Buckfast Abbey; Chudleigh Town Council; South West Water; Stover Canal Trust; Totnes Independent School; The Church of England along with other denominations, plus many domestic clients from all walks of life. Whether you are a private individual or a national organisation, we will listen to your needs and provide the highest quality service.

What our clients say

  • “Without the expertise and knowledge of Apse Architects I would not have achieved the planning permission I was hoping for and I cannot thank them enough for their hard work in this matter.”

    Mrs A. West, Nottinghamshire

  • "Apse Architects came up with some radical ideas which completely changed our thinking. We are so pleased with the outcome, which is a significant improvement on our own ideas. Their excellent advice saved us a lot of money."

    Andrew Collenette, Dartington

  • ’We were able to place our complete trust in Julie. She listened in depth to our family’s housing needs and presented several design variations incorporating our own ideas and her vision. Our planning application for renovation and extension was accepted and we were fully satisfied.”

    Mrs Fisk, Devon

  • “Apse Architects designed and oversaw the extension and refurbishment of our community hall.  The building’s facilities have been enhanced significantly and Apse provided valuable help and support from initial contact through to completion.  I would commend them to all who are looking to carry out major works on churches and other church facilities.”

    Fr. David Morris, St Paul’s Church, Cardiff

  • "Their attention to detail and professionalism at every stage, from design and planning through to construction and completion, has made us feel in very good hands. It’s been a delight to work with Apse."

    Michael Barnicott-White, Broadhempston

  • "I am very happy with the service I received with Apse. We now have the house of our dreams thanks to Julie’s designs"

    Andrew Penney, Bridford

  • "The Director is thoroughly professional, who inspires confidence but is unfailingly realistic about costs. This is refreshing when encountering any professional person. We would have no hesitation in employing Apse Architects again.”

    Father Robert Ward, Priest in Charge, St Marychurch

  • “Excellent service and support from Apse. Knowledgeable advice helped our project enormously.”

    Paul Tyler, Chair Avonwick and North Huish Community Hall Committee

  • "I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Apse Architects, their professionalism, expertise and attention to detail is exceptional. They were pivotal in obtaining significant grant funding and project managing a major overhaul of the roof and rainwater goods at Collaton St Mary’s Church, we would not have achieved this without them." 

    Nick Evans, Collaton St Mary