Services
Each project is unique and the services offered can be tailored to your specific project and needs, however the services offered generally fall into the following categories:
Architectural Services
Whether your project is a new-build, extension/alterations, or a retrofit, the design process and architectural services offered are similar.
Typical architectural services offered:​
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Developing design options
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Advising on sustainability
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2D drawings (plans, sections, and elevations etc.)
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3D computer models of the proposals, and 3D/perspective views
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Obtaining Planning Permission
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Technical drawings
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Modeling the performance of the building in PHPP
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Calculating U-Values & Thermal Bridges
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Obtaining Building Control approval
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Assisting with tendering and contract preparation
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Administration of the contract between client and contractor
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Technical assistance during construction​
Typical Project Process
PREPERATION & BRIEFING
(RIBA Stage 1)
An initial meeting you to discuss the project feasability, develop your aims into a brief, and establish a project programme. I can assist with arranging surveys of the existing building/site at this point.
CONCEPT DESIGN
(RIBA Stage 2)
I will draw up a set of existing drawings, and develop initial design options from the brief. This acts as a conversation starter for the design process.
SPATIAL COORDINATION
(RIBA Stage 3)
Through a series of meetings, discussions and design revisions, a scheme will be settled on and developed.
I will prepare drawings and other planning information we'll need input from consultants for things like ecology & drainage.
TECHNICAL DESIGN
(RIBA Stage 4)
The drawings will be brought up to a level to satisfy Building Regulations and to allow them to built from. We may need input from a Structural Engineer or Quantity Surveyor.
If necessary, I will help you tender the project to select a builder, and prepare a contract.
MANUFACTURING & CONSTRUCTION
(RIBA Stage 5)
The project becomes a reality!
Additional details may well be needed to overcome or resolve difficulties or design changes.
Regular site visits and a simple contract help things run smoothly on site and provide a clear system to resolve any issues or conflicts.
HANDOVER & USE
(RIBA Stages 6-7)
The project is completed and full control is handed back to the you. Final payments are made following a defects rectification period when the contractor has returned to make sure any issues that arise are dealt with. At the end of this period I will issue the Final Certificate to declare the project fully complete and I will visit to discuss how the project went and what can be learnt from it for future projects.
