The Practice was established in Hartlepool in 1973 under the original name of Lancashire Smith & Partners. The Practice has recently established a second office, based just outside of Harrogate, at the Lifestyles Studio, Stoneacre, Grimbald Crag Close, St James Business Park, Harrogate, North Yorkshire.| HG5 8PJ.

The Practice is led by David Johnson, BA(Hons), ACIOB, who has been a Practice Principle since 1994 and has a wealth of experience, backed by a dedicated, innovative team and administrative support staff.

We invest extensively in our fantastic team; they are our finest asset, with regular CPD seminars to maintain awareness of contemporary construction methods.

Our Hartlepool office boasts an on-site gym with staff membership and a “chill-out” room to unwind. In June 2005 we were awarded Investors in People recognition for our commitment to the team members and our constant striving for excellence in all our procedures. Following reassessments in June 2008 and 2011, we maintain our Investors in People status, for our continuing development of the team, and reviewing of our procedures.