Meet the Team behind your project
Friendly, professional, and with you every step of the way
At Added Value Architecture + Interiors, we specialise in thoughtful, client-focused residential design — from space reconfigurations to new-build homes. As an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice, we combine architectural expertise with a warm, down-to-earth approach to help you create a home that works perfectly for you.
Being RIBA Chartered means we follow the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and care — so you can feel confident that your project is in experienced hands.
Here’s who you’ll be working with…
Karen Harper
Chartered Architect and Director
Karen founded Added Value Architecture + Interiors to help people get more from their homes — whether through smarter layouts, thoughtful extensions or full reimaginations. With over 25 years’ experience in architecture, structural engineering and residential design, she brings creative clarity to even the most complex design dilemmas.
Karen is your trusted guide throughout the process, helping you navigate decisions and unlock the full potential of your space — so your home works perfectly for the way you live, both now and into the years ahead.
Kevin Knox
Business Manager & Director
Kevin joined Added Value Architecture + Interiors in 2019, bringing with him a background in business management and excellent customer service. Calm, friendly and highly organised, he ensures the practice runs smoothly while keeping client experience front and centre.
Kevin is usually the first point of contact — from arranging consultations to answering early questions and supporting projects. His focus is on keeping the process clear, collaborative and well coordinated, so every client feels confident and looked after at every stage.
Edward Sykes
Architectural Designer
Edward joined Added Value Architecture + Interiors in 2020 and brings a calm, thoughtful approach to residential design. He has experience across a wide range of projects — from sustainable one-off homes to re-use extensions and full reconfigurations.
Edward has a background in Architecture and Environmental Design and is passionate about creating homes that feel balanced, connected, and carefully tailored to the people who live in them. Whether sketching layouts or refining details, Edward helps clients feel confident in the process — and excited by the possibilities.
Recognition
2024 Residential Architecture Firm of the Year - Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024.
2022 Most Trusted Residential Architecture Practice, Cheshire - 2022 Home Builder Awards
2021 Leading Residential Architecture Specialists, Cheshire - 2021 Design & Build Awards
2020 Residential Architect of the Year- Central England, Cheshire - Central England Prestige Awards
2019 Best Residential Architecture Practice 2019 - Cheshire: BUILD Architecture Awards
2019 Best Residential Architectural Specialists 2019 - Cheshire: 2019 Home & Garden Awards
2012 Ibstock Research and Analysis Prize. Project: Rethinking Prison Architecture
2012 Exhibited at RIBA superMODELS Exhibition, Liverpool. Project: Togetherment Dwellings
2008 Highly Commended for Architectural Design - Northern Design Awards. Project: Urban Treehugger House
2007 Exhibited at MSA ‘Best of the Best’ Exhibition, CUBE, Manchester. Project: Amsterdam House
