About Us
P R A C T I C E P R O F I L E
The practice was founded in April 2004 by it’s Directors, David and Caroline Kay, both Chartered Architects.
Aims
The practice is committed to the provision of high quality design and professional services to the people and businesses of the Isle of Man and beyond.
Working Methods
The practice utilises the latest innovations in electronic, computer and communications technology, including the use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, together with 3D visualization software and imaging products, coupled with broadband internet connection for the fast and efficient transfer of data and information. This technology is used in conjunction with traditional design skills and the personal involvement of the company Directors at all times, to ensure that clients receive a consistently high level of service.
Services
Services that can be provided include:- The full range of architectural services from initial concept, design and feasibility studies through detailed design and construction phases to final project completion and handover.
- Planning Supervision Services to assist clients in complying with their statutory duties under The IoM Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations.
- Project Management services.
- Development Consultancy.
- Space Planning.
T E C H N I C A L P E R S O N N E L
David Kay
BA, Dip.Arch., RIBA, MaPS Director
d.kay@kayassociates.co.uk
David has been qualified as an RIBA Chartered Architect since 1992 and in that time has had a wide variety of experience on numerous building types including healthcare, educational, commercial, industrial, retail, developer lead residential (including housing association developments), media (including specialist acoustic design), and bespoke private dwellings.
David has extensive brief development and feasibility study experience, together with sound design, technical detailing and construction contract administration experience.
David is currently architects representative to, and is a past Chairman of the Isle of Man Construction Forum and as a qualified Planning Supervisor is past Chairman of the Isle of Man Planning Supervisors Forum.
Caroline Kay
BA(Hons), Dip.Arch., RIBA Director
c.kay@kayassociates.co.uk
Caroline has been qualified as an RIBA Chartered Architect since 1999 and has experience in commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, developer lead residential, as well as bespoke private residential.
Caroline has strong design and graphic presentation skills, as well as sound technical detailing and CAD experience.
Bill Ashworth
HTC Associate Technician / IT Manager
b.ashworth@kayassociates.co.uk
Bill has been qualified as an architectural technician for twenty six years and has extensive experience both in the UK and Southern Africa as well as nine years in the Isle of Man. He has experience in commercial, retail, leisure, healthcare, education, industrial, prison/police stations, airports, and developer lead residential as well as bespoke private developments.
Bill is also highly skilled in computer/IT systems, with experience in CAD programs (including AutoCAD, both 2D and 3D) as well as office systems, website creation and database programs.
Jordan Grant
HNC Construction, ACIAT, Senior Architectural Technician
j.grant@kayassociates.co.uk
Jordan has been qualified as an Architectural Technician (HNC) since 2006, and has experience in a wide range of developer lead residential developments, as well as commercial schemes, specifically for the leisure and retail sectors. Jordan, with the support of the practice, is currently working towards full membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).
Chris Hill
HNC Construction ACIAT, Technician
c.hill@kayassociates.co.uk
Chris has recently completed his training as an Architectural Technician with the support of the practice, having gained a HNC in Building Construction/Surveying with 'distinction' from the Isle of Man College in June 2010
Richard Lawson
Trainee Technician
r.lawson@kayassociates.co.uk
Richard is currently training as an Architectural Technician with the support of the practice, and will be completing a HNC in Building Construction/Surveying with the Isle of Man College in June 2010
In addition to the above personnel resources we also have a service agreement with an experienced Senior Architectural Technologist who has extensive experience both in the Isle of Man and the UK.
