Firth is a North West based architectural practice founded in 2003 by Joel Firth. The practice is known for its creative residential and commercial projects.

Church Drive
Lytham
The design of the property comes from the desire to reuse the existing building whilst being inspired by its natural woodland setting. Integrating new sustainable building technologies where possible and to create a unique home of outstanding quality.
The overall design of the house is therefore inspired by two clear elements, to reuse and improve the existing building structure, including drainage and utilities to reduce the impact on the site and a new clear organic element inspired by the natural setting of the site that wraps over the existing building that forms the bedrooms, framing key views from the site over the estuary.
Our aim is to create a unique and exceptional home, inspired by its woodland location and built from the highest quality materials. The contemporary aesthetic aims to reflect the beauty of the setting of the site whilst creating a unique and beautiful home.





Whitehouse Lodge
Isle of Coll





Islay Road
Lytham

Bannister Street
Lytham
The conversion of this listed church into six residential units has now been completed. There is one detached dwelling (previously the Sunday school), along with five three storey town houses. The attention to detail to incorporate the original attributes of the building was critical to preserve the character of the properties.




Otter Bank
Newby Bridge, Windermere
The original inspiration for the design of the property comes from the existing hillside topography and surrounding lakeside landscape character of the site. The simple forms of the building are taken from the lake’s boathouses and boat sheds that typify the views from the lake. The minimalist approach of the design is a reflection of the simplified plan form and layout of the building.
The overall design of the house is inspired by and part of the landscape, the aesthetic of the stone cottage when viewed from the road and the look of a minimalist boathouse shed when viewed from the lake enables the property to sit into its landscape context from wherever it is viewed from with the simple palette of materials of local slate, render and glass. Although larger than the existing bungalow on the site the property sits on a large plot and is very discreet from the road, set down on the edge of the hillside site.
There is no impact on any neighbouring properties due to the size of the plot and it will not create any overlooking or overshadowing. The property has been designed to be a super-insulated structure, to achieve the highest levels of energy efficiency and various technologies will be introduced to lower running costs and enhance energy efficiency. By creating access to the building on different levels we have improved the ability to maintain the building, enhancing its durability.
We have created a unique and exceptional home, inspired by its location in the National Park and built from the highest quality materials. The minimal aesthetic aims to reflect the beauty of the setting of the site whilst creating a unique and beautiful home.



Windmill House
East Beach, Lytham





Clifton Drive
Lytham




St Cuthberts Close
Lytham
This project was for a replacement dwelling overlooking the Lytham cricket club fields. With a cantilevered lounge space and vaulted ceiling reminiscent of a pavilion structure. The sketches show the design development of the ideas along with a completed project photograph.




The Cottage
Derby Road, Poulton-le-Fylde



Brook House
Lytham

Coniston House
Lake District National Park
The brief for this project was to convert a 1970’s property into a dwelling that had the look and feel of an original Lakeland farmhouse, using Lakeland stone and traditional building techniques.



Applegarth
Islay Road, Lytham


Woodville Terrace
Lytham


Residential Spa
Lytham
This residential spa facility has a vaulted ceiling and incorporates a pool, sauna and gym area. The simplicity of the form and symmetry of the design creates a calm and balanced environment.




Windmill View
East Beach, Lytham



Windmill View
East Beach, Lytham




Seafront Penthouse
Lancashire



creative
Exceptional design based on inclusivity and environmental awareness

Pleasure Beach
Blackpool
A concept design for a new bridge and ride at the Pleasure Beach, incorporating iconic imagery and funfair enthusiasm.

Queen Street regeneration
Blackpool
This sculptural approach to a regeneration site has been designed to express an optimism and dynamism symptomatic of our approach to this type of project.



Westmorland House
Orchard Road, Lytham St Annes

Roach Bridge Mill
Samlesbury
A competition winning design for the redevelopment of Roach Bridge Mill for Charles Hadcock, gaining planning consent for the first zero – energy commercial development in the UK through the reinstatement of a hydroelectric turbine.



Windermere Marina Village
Lake District National Park
This development is a mix of two, three and four bedroom properties on the shore of Windermere within the Lake District National Park.


Barrique
Lytham

The Deacon
Lytham

Church Conversion
Woodplumpton

Capri
Lytham
Other commercial projects we have been involved with recently include the design of restaurants, bars and hotels.



Promenade Hotel
Blackpool

86 Promenade
Blackpool
If you have a project in mind and would like to work with us then please contact:
Jubilee House, East Beach, Lytham FY8 5FT
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