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Sadler Brown acquires fellow Newcastle architecture firm AKA

Newcastle-based Sadler Brown Architects has acquired fellow city business Anthony Keith Architects (AKA) for an undisclosed sum.

Recently winning a number of new design contracts, including new rail and infrastructure work for Nexus and Network Rail, Sadler Brown’s acquisition of AKA will help facilitate the next stage in the company’s development, according to MD Tony Harmieson.

Tony revealed: “We are delighted to announce the purchase of Anthony Keith Architects.

“This is a strategic acquisition for our group and AKA has an unquestioned reputation and history for delivering a broad range of successful architectural design projects across a number of key sectors.

“Expanding our team via the acquisition of AKA, will allow us to expand and grow our client base further whilst continuing to provide the excellent level of design service we are presently delivering.”

AKA was founded in 1986 by Anthony Keith and predominantly focuses on new property builds, extensions and renovations and has delivered projects in multiple sectors.

The business will continue to trade under its brand name “Anthony Keith Architects” for the time-being, whilst lead AKA architect Dan Cogdon will continue his shareholding in the new company.

Sadler Brown were advised by the Corporate Team at Newcastle based Mincoffs Solicitors, led by Partner John Nicholson and assisted by solicitor Chris Hughes.

John said: “Chris and I have no doubt this is an excellent move for Sadler Brown and we look forward to working more closely with them on their future expansion projects and acquisitions.”

Sadler Brown also boasts design studios in Birmingham, London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dubai.

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