WARRINGTON-based, award-winning Architectural and Interior Design Practice, DV8 Designs, are proudly celebrating 20 years of delivering exceptional design solutions.
Established in March 2006 by Managing Director Lee Birchall, the practice began as a small home-based studio before moving into its first office at Birchwood Park, initially focusing on hospitality interior projects. Over the years, DV8 Designs has continually evolved, expanding into diverse sectors including commercial, aviation, hospitality, regeneration projects, food halls, meanwhile use, hotels and business parks, showcasing its versatility and broad-reaching expertise.
The office has remained proudly local in Warrington, a strategic location with excellent national transport links and proximity to major airports, enabling the practice to attract leading clients from across the UK and Europe.
The exceptional quality of work delivered by DV8 Designs has earned widespread recognition, with the practice receiving numerous awards including Top Interior Design Practise in the UK by NEWH, Grafters Best Hospitality & Commercial Interior Design Award and Best Commercial Scheme.
Alongside the practice’s success, Managing Director Lee Birchall is widely recognised as a thought leader within the industry, regularly contributing to design features and publications, as well as speaking at industry events.
DV8 Designs’ client portfolio is equally impressive, featuring industry-leading names such as Swissport, Aspire, CAVU, Sefton Council, Warrington Borough Council, Hydes, Village Hotels, Greene King, Gulliver’s World, Halewood Wines & Spirits, Patrizia, Heaton Group, AO Arena, Holiday Inn, Boutique Hotel Group, Elveden, The Stanneylands and The Mere, further demonstrating the reach of a Cheshire-based business on a national and international stage.
Beyond professional achievements, DV8 Designs has also remained committed to giving back to the community. Over the years, the team has supported local charities such as St Rocco’s, Macmillan and Hospitality Action, taking on epic challenges from dragon boat races to marathons, and leading creative fundraising events along the way.
Celebrating the milestone, Lee said: “Reflecting on 20 years of DV8 Designs, it has been an incredible journey from starting the practice in 2006 to where we are today. Like any business, there have been challenges alongside successes, and those moments have shaped the practice as much as the achievements.
I am deeply grateful to work with such exceptional clients, trusted partners, and suppliers, and to be supported by a dedicated team, past and present, whose creativity, commitment, and resilience have been integral to our success.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey so far. We look forward with excitement to the next chapter.”
