Architecture

We specialise in high end residential projects with strong historical references and sensitivity to the immediate site context. Our thorough overview of every project incorporates sustainability into the whole life span of the project from the construction detailing to the final fit out items. Our approach as Architects is holistic and we take on board all aspects of the design from the creation of the brief, to construction design to interior design and garden design. This allows for a cohesive vision between all aspects of the design. We consider the best ways to enhance and maximise the space and light of each future home. We do this through a rigorous design process starting with the story that will drive the project from start to finish. This creation of a poetic but practical brief allows the project to flow consistently from one stage to the next culminating in exquisitely detailed projects.

Scroll down to see how our process works the project stages are structured.

Architectural work stages

  • STAGE A1 CREATING YOUR STORY - PRELIMINARY DESIGN & A FEASIBILITY STUDY

    RIBA Stages 00 and 01

    We start every project fresh and with a blank slate ready to listen to what your goals are for your project. We talk with you about your project, get to know each other and most importantly walk around your property together to discuss your vision, details, budget and your proposed timeline. This gives us a chance to get to know your style, the context and subtleties of your building and how you plan to use the space.

    The first step is having a measured survey undertaken so that we have a clear set of CAD drawings to start with.

    Following a measured survey we would meet at the property together to talk through design ideas in detail and mark up the drawings together as a collaborative process.

    We will share initial inspiration images of designs for each of the areas and rooms including interior ideas and architectural spaces and features that we have in mind.

    We then dive in and create a design of your home for you - the ‘Preliminary design’

    This can consist of CAD drawings, a computer model of your space with views of key areas and a set of design direction images defining the look and feel of your project - both the interior and architectural elements if required.

    We then can advise on timings, costs, outline energy efficiency and health / wellness design.

    At the end of this stage you will have a clear road map of all subsequent stages.

    After this stage once the brief, your budget and your timeline has been defined we can provide a fully broken down fee proposal for our architectural fees for the rest of the project.

  • STAGE A2: PLANNING & FREEHOLDER CONSENT

    RIBA Stages 03

    We manage planning consents. We create planning drawings and documents. We liaise with planning consultants when necessary and we oversee the submission of the application, liaising with the council until their decision is made.

    We can also liaise between you and your neighbours and the Freeholder of your house or apartment.

  • STAGE B: DETAIL DESIGN

    RIBA Stages 04

    The design is worked through rigorously including the creation of a 3D model and moodboards. This stage includes plans, sections, elevations, materials, fixtures and fittings, colour schemes and a full specification document and construction detail drawings.

    We arrange for a selection of quotes from contractors which we review and compare and evaluate. We then value engineer the quotes to achieve the best and final quote.

    We produce finalised moodboards and specifications that are within the contract brief and budget and create 3D views of the rooms. With the client we choose the final materials and specifications. This can include visits to suppliers and showrooms to ensure the client is fully involved.

  • STAGE C: DELIVERY OF THE PROJECT

    RIBA Stages 05

    We administrate the signing of the building contract between the client and the contractor and the project starts on site.

    We visit the site regularly together with the client if they wish to be involved at this level, or on our own. We provide weekly written updates.

    We liaise weekly with the builders to ensure that the project progresses and the contract drawings and specification are adhered to. Our clients are the first to be informed of all events on site.

    We ensure that our projects are completed to the highest standards by doing extensive snagging at the end of the project to ensure every detail works properly and is perfectly executed.

    We offer interior design, garden design and furnishing services to further complete your project.

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