Approach

Matter is a London-based structural engineering practice. We are forging an alternative approach to designing better buildings that make a positive difference to both people and planet.

 

 
 

Harnessing curiosity, creativity and collaboration, we develop bespoke solutions that consider a property’s entire lifecycle and the wellbeing of everyone involved in its design, construction and use.

Our core values shape our way of working at every stage of a project, resulting in stronger partnerships, safer standards and more sustainable structures — delivered on time and on budget.

And by giving back with discounted rates for good causes, we also put these benefits within reach of charities, community associations and other non-profit organisations.

 
 

Engineering services

We provide a full range of specialist structural and civil engineering services, underpinned by technical excellence, rigorous standards and an in-depth understanding of the complexity of the construction process.

Our chartered engineers produce all works and carry out quality assurance on projects, which are covered by professional indemnity insurance for six years from completion.

 

Project expertise

We carry out a variety of structural and civil engineering projects, offering specific expertise in:

  • circular construction or reusing materials

  • regeneration and low-carbon or net-zero schemes

  • research and development (R&D) or building innovation

  • civil infrastructure and masterplanning.

 
Design team meeting for The Common Room community Project
 

Responsible business

By nature, we care about the impact of our work on the people and places it touches. This drives us to design better buildings that deliver social and environmental benefits for communities — now and in the future.

Our corporate social responsibility (CSR) policy guides our day-to-day operations to help us achieve our purpose. It does this by setting out:

  • standards or best practices we commit to meeting or exceeding

  • social and environmental initiatives and programmes 

  • targets and how we measure our activities to gauge progress.

Download Matter’s CSR policy (PDF 119KB).

 Certified sub-contractor

Matter has been verified and is monitored by recognised third-party organisations to confirm that we meet industry standards on aspects such as quality, health and safety, and CSR.