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SWLEP Business Cyber Centre – the construction process behind the scenes
We’re always inspired by the transformation a building goes through from inception to completion of a project. Here, we’ve brought together some photos from our time working on SWLEP’s Business Cyber Centre to show you what the construction process can look like! We...
An architect’s toolkit – 7 top traits for new architects
There's so much for new architects to learn, but it's possible for anyone to become a skilled architectural professional over time. Here we've brought together seven top traits that can help you forge a career you find meaningful and enjoyable. Learn from...
Celebrating one year since The Arc’s launch
It’s been a year since Chippenham’s climbing centre The Arc officially opened! Now a popular activity centre within the local community, this was a fantastic project to work on and has proved a great success. We took project management responsibility for the centre’s...
The 8 RIBA Stages explained
There’s a lot involved when it comes to construction of a new building. With many different tasks and processes, it's important for a construction project to be organised in a structured and time-efficient way. Fortunately, the RIBA Stages provide the answer to this...
Interior Design – 6 things to think about when designing your home
When it comes to designing your dream home, it can be hard to know where to begin. We caught up with our interior designer Emily to gather some tips on how to approach this process and create an environment that fits your lifestyle and brings your vision to life. Here...
Educational architecture – 6 key factors in effective school design
Schools are places where students spend a large part of their day, thus creating a pleasant and engaging environment is important for fostering students’ learning and development. The way we create our educational spaces has the power to transform teaching methods...
Hotel Indigo – a historic Bath hotel beautifully restored
The Grade I listed Hotel Indigo is a boutique hotel set in a historic Georgian terrace in Bath. Recently reaching completion, we are pleased to share the end result of this stunning project! As part of the conclusion of Hotel Indigo’s major restoration project, CMS...
2022: Our year in review
Wow, what a year it’s been! This year has seen a number of developments for us, from projects reaching completion, to exciting new projects, to new staff members joining our team. Here we’ve brought together some of our highlights of 2022. On the project front, this...
A 3,000-mile journey for Lyme disease UK
At CMS Group, we are supporting a team of amazing men who will be rowing across the Atlantic in 2024 to raise awareness of Lyme disease and raise funds for Lyme Disease UK. The Talisker Whisky Atlantic Rowing Challenge will see Niall, John and Sam row 3,000 miles from...
Edd Parsons & Paul Rogers promoted to Directors
Congratulations to Senior Project Manager Edd and Senior Architect Paul, who have both been promoted to Directors of CMS! Having contributed a great deal to the company over their time with us so far, Edd and Paul are thoroughly deserving of their new positions. Edd...
Environment & Ethics – Keeping sustainability in mind
Sustainability. It's a word we hear a lot about, and for good reason. With the need to collectively reduce our carbon emissions growing more urgent every day, this topic is one not to be overlooked. Of course, the issue is complex and multi-faceted, with no one single...
Architecture – What’s it’s about and why we love it
Architecture is a key pillar of our organisation, so we thought we would delve into this area of the business a little more. What is architecture? What does a day in the life of an Architect look like? What do our Architects like most about their work? Let’s catch up...
The Circus – Hidden Heritage Treasures Uncovered
Taking two years from start to finish, our renovation of a large property in The Circus, Bath was a great project to work on. Transformed from an old, rundown building to an absolutely stunning family home, this is an outcome we’re proud to have contributed to! The...
Snapdragons Nursery – A New and Thriving Educational Space
After completion in 2020 at the height of the pandemic, Snapdragons Nursery is now thriving with activity and full of happy children. Back in 2016, we were tasked to undertake feasibility studies for a new-build nursery project on a 1-acre site located in Cribbs...
The Forge & Fern – A Vibrant New Venue for Bristol
A recent success for the CMS Group, construction of The Forge & Fern is now complete and being utilised to great effect. Taking a year from start to finish, we are thrilled to have been part of this project on Staple Hill, Bristol. Historically a blacksmith’s, the...
CMS PMS to manage a new distillery in Wilts
Info: We are pleased to announce that CMS Project Managers & Surveyors have been appointed to support a new distillery in Wiltshire.
Gloucester Road Medical Centre: before & after
CMS Group provided the roles of Architect, Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Principal Designers on this complex development of the existing Gloucester Road Medical Centre. CMS have previously undertaken a modest extension project however following closure of...
Alternative Provision Special Education Unit
CMS Architects worked with Beard Construction in successfully delivering this new Alternative Provision Special Education unit for Wiltshire Council within the Hope Farm Nature Centre, Trowbridge. Follow CMS Group to keep up with our latest news...
A warm welcome to CMSA’s newest team members
A warm welcome to CMS Architects' newest team members, Sophie and Stewart. We are excited to announce the two newest members of the Architectural team, Sophie and Stewart: Stewart Senior Architectural Technician Stewart is an experienced Architectural Technician, who...
Congratulations to Senior Architect Paul Rogers – 20 Year Service Award
Congratulations to Senior Architect and Associate Director, Paul Rogers on receiving his 20-year service award. An employee’s hard work is the fuel to great company culture, and we truly appreciate your hand work & dedication Paul. Now lets take a look back over...
Westmead Activity Centre
Check out these recent project photos taken of the Westmead Activity Centre, a unique and exciting new facility for Chippenham which opens early 2022. The plans include: The Climbing Centre The climbing centre plans include interior & exterior climbing walls,...
Bath Property Awards 2021 Finalists!
Each year the Bath Property Awards are held in the centre of Bath, giving the local businesses a chance to showcase their company and win a popular Bath Property Award. We are delighted to say that CMS are confirmed finalists! This year we have been announced as...
Welcome to the team Leila
We are excited to announce the newest member of the CMS Project Managers & Surveyors team, Leila Rolfs. As a chartered building surveyor, Leila brings a wealth of building knowledge in both the residential and commercial sectors, with her particular interest in...
CMS are now Cyber Essentials Accredited
We have been awarded Cyber Essentials Plus status in the UK, with the help of our IT support company Mintivo. Cyber Essentials is a government-backed scheme designed to help businesses protect themselves against cyberattacks, as well as prove their competency to...
Major Optima Stadium Redevelopment Plans Announced
We are delighted to announce that we are working closely with Weston-Super-Mare AFC. CMS Arch hope to achieve planning permission to provide new facilities for facilities for fans and the community as part of a major redevelopment on the Optima Stadium site. Project...
Staff Spotlight – Edd – Senior Project Manager
Following on from the Staff Spotlight last month, this month we will be talking to our Associate Director and Senior Project Manager, Edward. Name – Edward Parsons Job Title – Associate Director, Senior Project Manager Time in practice – 15 years Education – Civil...
CMS to Manage Climbing Centre in Chippenham
CMS PM&S is proud to be managing the UK's first purpose-built climbing centre in Chippenham. The climbing centre plans include interior & exterior climbing walls, bouldering, changing areas and indoor and outdoor café areas. The whole plans include a new...
Staff Spotlight – Grace – Architectural Technician
Following on from the Staff Spotlight last month, this month we will be talking to Architectural Technician, Grace Brooks. Name: Grace Brooks Job Title: Architectural Technician Time in practice: 4 years Education: HNC in Construction and the Built Environment...
Charity Abseil
CMS ABSEIL THE FACADE OF JOHN WOOD'S CIRCUS FOR BATH MIND – THANKS TO VERTEX! The CMS team descended the outside of a 60ft tall, Grade I listed Georgian property at The Circus, Bath to raise funds for a local mental health charity, Bath Mind. Over 60 people committed...
Dorset home 3 years on
Nearly 6 years ago, we started working with these lovely clients to help them realise their dream home on the South Coast. Nigel and Susie wished to downsize by creating a contemporary dwelling nestled into a wooded hillside surrounded by spectacular sea views across...
RIBA Student Mentoring
Director/Senior Architect, Joel Smith, participated in this year’s RIBA Student mentoring scheme, in collaboration with University of the West of England, Bristol. The mentoring scheme is intended to give students an insight into practice and to enhance their learning...
Staff Spotlight – Paul – Senior Architect
Following on from the Staff Spotlight last month, this month we will be talking to our Associated Director & Senior Architect, Paul Rogers. Name Paul Rogers Job Title Associated Director & Senior Architect Time in practice 23 yrs with 19 at CMS! Education...
Staff Spotlight – Ben – Senior Architectural Technician
Following on from the Staff Spotlight last month, this month we will be talking to one of our Senior Architectural Technicians, Ben. Name – Benedict Coulthard Job Title – Senior Architectural Technician Time in practice – Over 10 years in total. Education – HNC in...
Staff Spotlight – Ryan – Senior Quantity Surveyor
Following on from the Staff Spotlight last month, this month we will be talking to our Director and Senior Quantity Surveyor, Ryan. Name – Ryan Perry Job Title – Senior QS, Director Time in practice – 6 years and counting! Education – King Edwards School, Bath Hobbies...
Building Surveyor Position
Building Surveyor CMS are currently looking to expand the Project Management and Surveying team! We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Building Surveyor with 3-5 years work experience. The successful candidate must be a confident, enthusiastic and organised...
Staff Spotlight – Tyler – Architectural Assistant
Each month we are going to delve in deeper to the CMS team and put a spotlight on a different member of staff to learn a little more about what makes them tick! So, to start off the New Year is our Staff Spotlight on Architectural Assistant Tyler. Name – Tyler Scott...
Congratulations Hannah
We’re delighted to announce that Hannah Gorvin is now a fully qualified Architect. Congratulations Hannah on your hard-earned achievement, we wish you every success with your future here at CMS. What was the most challenging part of your course? Hannah: It was...
Peter celebrates 25 years!
Peter Blake, Managing Director of CMS Group, looks back at his time and development over the last 25 years… From the early days and the initial start at Box Hill… 1993 – ‘The Scout Hut’ or as it was known as, The Institute. To the move to Corsham High Street… 1995 -...
Meet Beth & Gemma our Interior Designer and Landscape Architect
September was an exciting month for the team at CMS Group. Not only did we have our Interior Spatial Designer Beth return from Maternity leave, but we gained a new member of the team, Landscape Architect Gemma. As a multi-disciplinary practice, we are always keen to...
Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors for Wychwood CE Primary School Project
CMS were pleased to be appointed as the Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors, for the new Astro Sports Pitch at Wychwood CE Primary School. Paul Coleman was proud to attend the ‘opening’ event; where the school welcomed Lord Glendonbrook, to thank him and his...
CMS Become a Bloom Accredited Supplier
We’re delighted to announce that we are now Bloom accredited suppliers. Bloom specialise in bringing together a community of buyers and suppliers to help the public sector buy and manage professional services better.
Welcome to the CMS Family
CMS welcomes another young member of the CMS family into the world. Congratulations Ed Parsons and Cath on the birth of their second child from everyone at CMS! Here's a picture of CMS managing director, Pete Blake with Ed and Cath's new arrival...
Red Nose Day 2019
Well done to Peter (CMS Group Managing Director) and Joel (Group Director and Senior Architect), who agreed (or were persuaded) to be chained together for Red Nose Day! For every £10 raised they had to stay together for an hour and as we raised £350, they were joined...
Etons of Bath Interview CMS Group’s Paul Coleman
Etons of Bath, specialists in Georgian Interior design and Georgian property renovation, recently interviewed CMS Group founder Paul Coleman, about our work on Georgian architecture in Bath and beyond over the last 30 years. Etons are the UK’s only specialist in...
Wiltshire Search and Rescue
Throughout 2018 CMS was fundraising for Wiltshire Search and Rescue (WILSAR), a local charity that coordinates a team of ‘professionally trained volunteers who provide specialist assistance to Wiltshire Police in the search for vulnerable missing persons.’ We held...
Meet Sophie and Grace our newly Qualified Architect and Architectural Technician
At CMS we believe strongly in encouraging growth and promoting advancement, which is why November was such an exciting month for us as we saw many of our team advance in their degrees and courses. This included two team members that completed their course, Sophie...
CMS’ 30th Anniversary
CMS turned 30 years old on Friday 9th November, to mark the special occasion we held a party at the beautiful Roman Baths in Bath, accompanied by dinner and dancing in the stunning Bath Pump Room. We had over 130 guests join us to help celebrate, made up of...
ITU World Triathlon
Peter Blake, Managing Director of CMS Group visited the Gold Coast in September to join ‘5000 of the world’s Triathletes’ including elite professionals in Queensland for the 2018 ITU World Triathlon Grand Final. This was Peter’s second time in competing for the ITU...
Working in Construction – a Woman’s perspective
In 2017 Women in Construction made up approximately 13% of the overall work force and whilst we don’t yet know the exact percentage to date, it feels safe to say that number may not have changed drastically yet. However, with groups such as ‘Women in Property’ and the...
Bath Life Finalists 2018
Each year the Bath Life Awards are held in the centre of Bath, giving the local businesses a chance to showcase their company and win the coveted Bath Life Award. On January 16th the events were in full swing with the finalists being announced and we are delighted to...
Joel Smith ‘The Lud Gate’
Joel Smith, Director of CMS Architects was recently asked by Bath Life magazine to provide an glimpse into what his favourite architectural feature is in the city of Bath, you can read Joel’s insightful response below. “The city of Bath has more than its fair share of...
A night with Bath Philharmonia
This year CMS were headline sponsors for Bath Philharmonia’s annual Concert for the people of Bath, in memory of the great Brian Roper. Brian was the patron for the Philharmonia, having dedicated many years to ensure as many people as possible could enjoy the music...
Wadswick Green Ground Breaking Ceremony
Today we joined the team at Wadswick Green for the very exciting Ground Breaking Ceremony for the second phase of the retirement village. The new phase will consist of 45 additional new apartments that will allow more people to enjoy the comfort and luxury Wadswick...
Wiltshire Air Ambulance New Air Base
Wiltshire Air Ambulance (WAA) provides an essential helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) in Wiltshire and surrounding counties, helping to save lives alongside the medical teams on the ground. But some people may not be aware that WAA is a registered charity,...
The World Triathlon Championships
The CMS Group champion Peter Blake (Managing Director) has returned triumphant taking 5th place out of all Brits and 30th out of all 81 competitors in his race at the demanding World Triathlon Championships. Peter flew out to Cozumel, Mexico to compete in...