Business Details
9 Years
experience
Bespoke Wedding & Celebration Cakes in Bradford-on-Avon
The Cake Architect, established in 2017, is a unique bakery blending architectural precision with creative artistry. Founded by David Waldren, a former architecture graduate turned award-winning cake designer, the business specialises in bespoke wedding and celebration cakes, sculptural masterpieces, and daily artisanal treats. Located in Bradford-on-Avon, our team combines technical expertise with a passion for pushing culinary boundaries, offering gluten-free and vegan options alongside traditional favourites.We prioritise personalised service, guiding clients from initial concept to final delivery, ensuring every cake reflects individuality and occasion. Our accolades, including multiple Cake International awards, underscore our commitment to excellence. With a focus on quality ingredients and innovative design, we serve local, national, and international clients, transforming celebrations into unforgettable experiences.
Services
Wedding cakes
Celebration cakes
Cupcakes
Corporate cakes
Cake decorating
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Award-winning cake designer with international recognition
- Personalised consultations to transform ideas into edible art
- Technical expertise from architectural background
- Gluten-free and vegan options available daily
- Serves local, national, and international events
Associations and certifications
- Cake International
- The Cake Professionals
- Bristol and Somerset Wedding Awards
- Bradford on Avon Business Awards
- Bath Business Awards
- The English Wedding Awards
What people say
Stunning visual designs
Best cake I've ever tasted
Flawless communication
Perfect gluten-free options
Unforgettable sculpted masterpieces
Services
Wedding cakes
Our bespoke wedding cakes combine architectural precision with artistic flair, offering custom designs from classic tiered creations to avant-garde sculptures. Clients receive personalised consultations to develop unique concepts incorporating sugar flowers, metallic details, or thematic elements. Each cake undergoes meticulous flavour testing, with options like passionfruit martini or elderflower lemon, ensuring both visual impact and exceptional taste for celebrations across the UK and internationally.
Celebration cakes
From birthdays to corporate events, we craft statement celebration cakes that merge creativity with technical excellence. Options range from rustic semi-naked designs to elaborate sculpted cakes featuring animatronics or lifelike details. Our team works closely with clients to incorporate brand colours, thematic elements, or dietary requirements, delivering showstopping centrepieces that impress guests and elevate any occasion with both visual drama and exquisite flavour profiles.
Cupcakes
Daily fresh-baked cupcakes feature rotating seasonal flavours, including gourmet combinations like prosecco-infused or pistachio rose. Available individually or in boxed sets, our cupcakes cater to all dietary needs with gluten-free and vegan options. The shop also offers specialty items like macarons, iced biscuits, and brownie bites, paired with barista coffee for a complete indulgent experience in Bradford-on-Avon.
Corporate cakes
We create custom corporate cakes and sweet gifts that align with brand identities, featuring logos, colour schemes, or marketing messages. Services include designing Instagram-worthy centrepieces for conferences, branded cupcakes for product launches, and custom dessert tables. Our team ensures professional execution from concept to delivery, combining visual impact with great taste to enhance business events and client engagements nationwide.
People
David Waldren
Founder & Lead Cake Designer
Award-winning cake designer with architecture background, PME-certified decorator, and 2017 business founder. Specialises in sculptural cakes with technical precision, recipient of multiple Cake International awards. Known for innovative designs incorporating motion and light elements.
Esther
Operations Manager
David's wife and organisational expert, overseeing day-to-day operations. Former school teacher turned cake taster, ensuring quality control and client satisfaction. Manages logistics for international cake deliveries and event coordination.
Alex
Head Baker
Chief cake maker with 15-year friendship connection to David. Expert in flavour development and structural baking, responsible for perfecting recipes that combine taste with visual appeal. Oversees production of all baked components before artistic assembly.
Ali
Cake Decorator
Award-winning decorator and David's mother, bringing floral design expertise from landscape architecture background. Specialises in delicate sugar flower arrangements and intricate hand-painted details that elevate cake aesthetics.
Questions
Do you offer cake tastings for wedding orders?
Yes, we provide private consultations with taster cupcakes in various flavours, including dietary options, to help you choose your perfect combination.
Can you create cakes for events outside the UK?
We deliver and assemble cakes internationally, having served weddings and events in Norway, Italy, and across Europe with careful logistical planning.
Are gluten-free or vegan cake options available?
All our cakes can be adapted to gluten-free or vegan requirements without compromising taste or texture, including daily cupcake selections.
How far in advance should I book a wedding cake?
We recommend contacting us 9-12 months before your wedding date, though we can accommodate shorter timelines for smaller orders.
Do you offer corporate event cake services?
Yes, we create branded cakes and dessert tables for corporate events, including logo designs, themed centrepieces, and custom sweet gifts for clients or staff.
