I can provide homeowners with a great value service for extensions, internal layout changes, loft conversions or other alterations
For larger projects I can assemble a design team drawing on a network of experienced professionals including Engineers, Planning Consultants, Interior Designers and other specialists
Core Services
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It all starts with initial ideas and forming the brief. Sketch schemes can be formed with the aid of hand drawn sketches, mood boards and 3D models. Options can be explored until the right design is found
Feasibility can be assessed at this stage and the project potential realised
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Once a design is honed, presentation drawings are prepared to accompany a submission to the Local Authority Planning Department
Advice will be provided on which application is required, whether this is a Full or Householder Planning Application, a Lawfulness Certificate for Permitted Development, Listed Building Consent etc.
All contact with the council is managed as part of the process
Once consent is in place, any Planning Conditions can be discharged
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Following the planning stage, the drawings are developed further with information added to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations
An application to Building Control will be submitted, and any required negotiations undertaken
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A project team will be formed to ensure that specialist input is integrated into the build
This process is managed with regular meetings to ensure a collaborative, holistic approach
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Large scale technical details, annotated building cross-sections and construction specifications can be produced to enable construction on site
Renewable energy technologies and sustainable materials can be explored and integrated into the design
Advice is offered on construction techniques as well as throughout the building stage
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A package of design documentation can be produced to aid the costing process, including drawings, details, written specifications, schedules and samples
Assistance can be provided in production of build cost estimates, review of tenders and negotiating with contractors
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Undertaking of Principal Designer duties as defined by Building Control and the Health and Safety Executive (CDM 2015)
Other Services
Virtual walkthrough
Projects can be digitally modelled and turned into fully animated video presentations.
This can help clients to understand the layout and feel of their bespoke home, and aid in design development.
A fully 3D presentation of a scheme can be especially valuable to developers wishing to captivate their target audience and attract potential buyers for off-plan developments - such as this example produced for the Byron, Woolacombe.
Conveyance
Land Registry compliant conveyance or lease plans can be produced for clients and their legal representatives to assist in the sales process.
Design & Build
Offering concept and technical design services directly to contractors wishing to provide their clients with a ‘one stop shop’ service.
Either taking on an established design and simply adding the technical input, or working with your clients from an early stage to help realise their ambitions, detailed designs and specifications can be produced to ensure a buildable scheme will be conceived.
Value engineering is integrated at every stage of the process in order to deliver successful design solutions to meet every budget.
