Mark Thorley-Borodin MCIAT
Our founder Mark Thorley is a fully Chartered Architectural Technologist with offices in Manchester & Yorkshire. Mark has over 35 years of experience in the architectural and construction industry and has a straightforward approach to work.
With a robust record of delivering architectural solutions across Cheshire, Manchester, and Yorkshire, Mark leads a team of highly skilled architectural technicians and technologists who bring creativity, precision, and practical expertise to every project.
As well as producing creative cost effective designs, we completely understand the 'nuts & bolts' of building and have developed an art in problem solving. We understand the importance of practical, affordable, deliverable designs.
Every client benefits from Mark’s deep expertise as a Member of CIAT and the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors. Our architectural technologists and building technicians deliver comprehensive support at every stage - from design and initial plan development through to legal construction matters, including party wall agreements, building regulation drawings, and complex conservation area planning.
Mark was also a member of the Society of Architectural illustrators for over 10 years so has excellent graphic communication skills to convey our designs and was also a member of the Faculty of Party Wall surveyors for over 10 years so possess a detailed understanding of Legal issues faced when building near Party walls and how to mitigate problems and avoid lengthy / costly delays associated with them.
INSPIRATIONAL AFFORDABLE Architectural SERVICES.
At mark thorley design ltd, we offer a broad range of architectural services, from architectural plans drawn for small house extensions, new houses, house remodelling, conversions to large residential & commercial projects.
Whether you need a detailed plan for a home extension, technical plans for a new build, or expert guidance from a building technologist on listed building renovations, our client-focused team ensures accuracy and compliance at every step.
Our architectural technologists and technicians work closely with clients in Cheshire, Manchester, and Yorkshire, providing tailored plans, planning applications, and fully managed design solutions for everything from converted barns to conservation area developments.
As a small, family-run company, we take pride in tailoring our approach to meet your unique needs. Our team combines creativity with technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Most of our work is from repeat clients and recommendations, which testify to our service quality.
From initial concept sketches and hand-drawn plans through to detailed architectural drawings and building regulation submissions, our technicians and technologists ensure every project is meticulously planned and professionally managed.
Services Offered
Whilst we predominantly work on residential projects, we do have a very diverse portfolio of work including:
• New Houses & House Extensions
• Barn Conversions / Listed buildings / conservation areas
• House Remodelling / Makeovers
• Large Residential Schemes
• Leisure & Commercial
• Social, Education & Healthcare
Our architectural services extend across Cheshire, Manchester, and Yorkshire, with our building technicians and technologists also supporting national and international projects. Recent work includes carefully planned developments in North Wales, Scotland, Chamonix, and Sardinia.
Why Choose Mark Thorley Design?
• Fully chartered architectural technologist with 35+ years’ experience
• Highly skilled team of architectural technicians and building technologists
• Specialist knowledge in building regulation drawings, detailed plans, and legal construction matters (party wall and planning law)
• Project management capability from initial plans and drawings to build completion
• Strong graphic communication skills - including hand-drawn plans and illustrations for clear, effective visualisation
• Complimentary initial consultation and fixed-fee pricing for all architectural services
• Trusted local footprint across the North West - including Cheshire, Manchester, and Yorkshire - with the flexibility to travel for unique projects