Architectural Services for Homeowners
We are a small, vibrant, client-centric architectural design studio which specialises in homes. Not big developers — homeowners. From initial consultations and measured surveys to design development, planning application submissions, drafting detailed building control drawings, and construction documentation, we provide a comprehensive, professional and personalised service that caters to your unique needs, budget, and site considerations.
We believe in transparency and predictability in our pricing structure. That’s why we offer fixed fees for each stage of the project, accompanied by clear and concise explanations of the outcomes of each stage. Unlike many architecture firms that charge a percentage of the final construction cost, fixed fees mean the advice stays impartial, focused solely on your best interests and the costs stay predictable. Every quote is broken down by stage so you can engage at the scope that suits your project and your budget.
Every project begins with a free consultation to understand your vision, aspirations, and constraints. From there, a complimentary quote is provided, broken down into clear stages.
Our flexible pay-as-you-go fee structure allows you to engage our architectural services at a pace that suits your financial planning and offers a tailored service.
We provide clients with clear guides to help with every step of the process. A flowchart overview of the full process here to help visually explain the path and goals of each stage. We believe clients are happier when the process is clear, and they are fully engaged with the evolution of the design and the development of the scheme.
Our Services:
- Home extension design: Expand your living space with thoughtfully designed extensions that seamlessly integrate with your existing home.
- Multiple extensions and/or phased work planning: We carefully plan complex extension projects, ensuring a smooth and efficient build.
- Whole house renovations: Embark on a complete home transformation, creating spaces that reflects your family’s evolving needs and preferences.
- Planning Applications: Navigate the complexities of planning applications with our expert guidance.
- Building Regulation Approval: Ensure your project adheres to all applicable building regulations with our comprehensive support.
- Sustainable upgrades and alterations: Embrace eco-friendly design principles and reduce your environmental footprint with our sustainable solutions.
We help make the design process easy and straightforward, offering you design options which can be updated and adapted following your feedback and input. As we work on a fixed fee our advice is tailored and appropriate for your home and its context, it is impartial and offered to help best meet your brief.
Take a look at our FAQs here, and let us know if you have any questions!
Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your home improvement project today.
Stage 0-1:
Site Investigation, Client Brief and Measured Survey:
Measured surveys are essential for projects involving existing buildings. Accurate drawings are crucial for informed decision-making and effective design. The measured survey serves as the foundation for all subsequent drawings.
The survey records building information included plans, elevations, key heights, and dimensions, encompassing ceiling heights, stairs/steps, windows, and door sizes, resulting in a precise set of drafted CAD (computer-aided-design) drawings.
We conduct a thorough site evaluation, gathering all relevant information, including planning history, homeowners’ surveys, underground utilities, sewerage services, and any existing property issues. This comprehensive assessment ensures a complete understanding of the site, allowing for informed decisions throughout the design and construction process.
Following the site survey, we collaboratively create a comprehensive client brief that encapsulates your unique needs, preferences, and aspirations for your new extension, remodelling, renovation or interior layout modifications. This document serves as the cornerstone of the design process, ensuring that every proposed design aligns with the vision for your transformed home.
From £1550
Stage 2-3:
Scheme Design with Planning Application:
This stage fosters a continuous feedback loop between us, the architects, and you, the homeowners, as we work together to refine and collaborate on a design that aligns with your needs and aesthetic preferences. We strive to present two to three distinct design options, each thoughtfully responding to your brief, the existing house, and the unique characteristics of the site.
We provide outline cost estimates and assess whether a planning application is necessary or if the project falls under homeowner permitted development rights. We prepare clear, high-quality drawing packages for Planning Application Submission, effectively conveying the proposed project while showcasing the home extension or renovation design quality. When required, we create compelling Design and Access statements in support of the Planning Application and complete all necessary forms and documents for submission.
With over a decade of experience with Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire, and Somerset Planning Departments, our extensive expertise ensures that your project meets all regulatory requirements. We also assist with Lawful Development Certificates and Conservation Area Consent applications.
From £1950
Stage 3b:
Architectural Visualisations and Immersive Modelling (Optional):
Understanding a proposed design from plans and elevations alone isn’t always easy. Our architectural visualisation service produces 3D models and rendered images to help you see the proposed spaces before construction begins, the scale, light, and feel, before a single brick is laid.
We can simulate natural sunlight at different times of day, provide renderings of spaces with potential furniture layouts, and produce external renderings showing the impact of the extension or alteration on the overall property. A virtual walkthrough of the proposed space allows you to explore it from various angles, gaining a clear sense of scale and proportion and enabling you to truly envisage the finished home.
This optional service is a highly effective collaboration tool, facilitating clear communication and design development throughout the process. Multiple images and models can be produced through the scheme design stage to ensure clarity of discussion and decision-making.
This service is particularly beneficial for clients seeking confirmation of how a space will look and feel before construction commences.
Learn more and see examples here:
From £1350
Stage 4a:
Building Regulation Drawings (“Light Technical Drawings”):
To guarantee that the proposed works adhere to all applicable Building Regulations, we prepare the necessary drawings for submission to Building Control. This technical package provides essential detailing information to facilitate construction and ensure compliance with current Building Regulations. It is well-suited for “typical or standard works” that do not involve unconventional materials, design features, or elements.
Building Control Approval can be obtained through either “Full Plans” or “Building Notice.” For all but the most minor projects, the “Full Plans” method is strongly recommended. This comprehensive drawing package serves as a valuable tool for obtaining contractor/builder quotes as it provides an outline of the project’s construction methodology.
From £1950
Stage 4b:
Construction Details/Technical Drawings (Optional):
A more comprehensive drawing package covering the details that make the difference between a good finish and a great one: roof edges, cladding, window details, thresholds, electrical layouts, and kitchen drawings. These drawings are essential for elements that deviate from standard everyday construction, such as timber cladding, flush thresholds, green or zinc roofs, large dormers, special windows, or timber structures.
From £1650
Stage 4c:
Schedule of Finishes (Optional):
A room-by-room breakdown of all fixed materials, quantities, and budget allowances, giving contractors the information they need to price accurately and giving you a clear framework for your material decisions.
From £950
Stage 4d:
Interior Design (Optional)
Colour schemes, mood boards, kitchen and bathroom specification, joinery drawings, and a full Purchase List covering sources and prices for all key finishing touches. Begins with a briefing session using visual flashcards to draw out your preferences quickly and accurately.
From £1,500
Stage 5a:
Tendering / Getting, Comparing and Choosing Your Builder (Optional)
Management of the tender process from preliminaries through to a written report on returned quotes, with guidance on contractor selection and value engineering support if needed.
From £750
On Site Support (Optional):
For some projects, additional on-site support may be available, including site inspections to monitor progress and contract administration to manage the relationship between you and your contractor. Please get in touch to discuss whether this is something that can be accommodated alongside your project.
From £115 per hour for site visits
Viewing with an Architect:
Before committing to a purchase, it helps to know what a property could become. An accompanied viewing with an architect gives you an independent view on extension possibilities, planning constraints, and whether the house can be adapted to suit your needs — all in a single one off 30-minute unbiased visit. [Find out more.]
From £150 within 10 miles radius of Bath