We Are Now a Registered Architect in Dorset
- Rosenkelly Architectural Design
- Jul 14, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 1
We Are on the Register!
At Rosenkelly Architectural Design, we’re proud to announce that we are officially listed on the Architects Register maintained by the Architects Registration Board (ARB). Based right here in Weymouth, we are currently the only registered architect in the DT4 postcode – something we believe is important for homeowners, developers, and contractors seeking qualified and accountable professionals.
Whether you're planning a new build, an extension, or navigating the complex planning process in Dorset, working with a registered architect offers reassurance that you're receiving professional, ethical, and regulated design services.
What Is the Architects Register?
The Architects Register is the UK’s official list of qualified architects. To use the title “architect” in the UK, you must be registered with the ARB – an independent statutory body that ensures all architects meet rigorous education, training, and professional conduct standards.
When you choose a registered architect, you're working with someone who:
Has completed at least seven years of professional education and training.
Abides by a strict professional code of conduct.
Is subject to oversight and disciplinary action by the ARB, ensuring accountability.
Must carry appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
Put simply, not all designers are architects – and registration matters.
Why Registration Matters in Dorset
If you're based in Weymouth, Portland, or anywhere in Dorset, you’ll know how challenging the planning system can be. From conservation areas to coastal restrictions, local planning policies require detailed knowledge and precise submissions. As a registered architect, Rosenkelly can help you avoid costly mistakes, invalid applications, or delays due to substandard design work.
Registration also gives you confidence that we are up to date with building regulations, sustainability goals, and professional best practices – something particularly important for complex or high-value projects.
The Rosenkelly Difference
Our mission is to positively shape Weymouth and Portland, and being on the Register supports that vision. As a small, hyper-local architectural practice, we:
Offer transparent and professional services for homeowners, developers, landlords, and local businesses.
Operate within Dorset with a special focus on the DT3 and DT4 postcodes.
Use a blend of contemporary design, 3D modelling, and local planning expertise to deliver cost-effective results.
Are committed to direct, honest advice from the first call to project completion.
Looking for a Registered Architect in Weymouth or Portland?
If you're planning a project and want the confidence of working with a properly registered architect, we’d love to hear from you. We offer site visits, full planning packages, and realistic, achievable design solutions tailored to Dorset’s planning requirements.
Ready to work with a registered architect who knows Dorset inside and out?Contact Rosenkelly Architectural Design today for a consultation and let’s bring your project to life.
Rosenkelly Architectural Design are proud to be officially listed on the Architects Registration Board (ARB).
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