MATTER OF PLACE ARCHITECTS
MOPA are an architect led design practice based in Norwich. We are creative & conscientious, people-focused consultants. We understand the impact that the construction industry has on the environment and believe that going forward carbon expenditure must be justified by designing for longevity and great functionality.
Hannah Wooller, the founder of MOPA is a qualified conservation architect with over two decades experience delivering award winning buildings.
She is joined by a team of experienced professionals; people passionate about making the change to the design and delivery of buildings required to ensure a sustainable and responsible future for our built environment.
Supported by New Anglia Small Grant Scheme, which is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund
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Every project is unique, and as such, our approach is always bespoke.
We understand that needs vary from client to client. We are experienced at working with local authorities, commercial clients, private home-owners and climate conscious developers.
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Our team include experienced heritage consultants and architects. We have the in depth expertise to advise on the maintenance, repair and adaptation of your listed building or heritage asset.
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We have conservation and retrofit expertise so we are uniquely qualified to help you understand the opportunities for insulating, repairing and re-servicing your traditional or listed building.
We have a detailed working knowledge of both traditional and modern sustainable construction techniques.
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Our Practice is collaborative in spirit, and we have an extensive network of experienced built environment professionals who we bring together to form robust design teams.
We seek opportunities for co-design with clients and their stakeholders.
We enjoy collaborating with other designers, and with the makers, builders and fabricators who materialise our projects.
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We can help you understand the opportunities and constraints of your building or site from the outset. We add value to projects at the very early stages by identifying and exploring alternative uses, designs or routes for delivery .
We provide early stage viability input, feasibility thinking and consultation including project stakeholders, end users and understanding market conditions.
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Our purpose as a community interest company is promotion of, and education around, the holistic sustainability of the built environment.
We can support you with research and reporting. We seek opportunities to facilitate and host training and CPD events.
Our team are always keen to advocate for best practice in the built environment. We are happy to carry out public speaking engagements and promote education and progression in STEM activities.
DELIVERING RESPONSIBLE BUILDINGS
MOPA have conservation and technical expertise to help your project respond to the demands of a carbon conscious future. Buildings and the construction sector are responsible for nearly 40% of carbon emissions. We need to work together to tackle this crisis. Our team can help. We can design beautiful solutions that are both climate aware and sympathetic to the function and fabric of your building.
Did you know that maintenance alone can improve the thermal performance of a traditional building by 20%?
Consider MOPA for your building development. Please contact us if you have any questions, or if there are examples of our work that you would like to see.