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OUR PROCESS

HOW WE WORK

INTRODUCTIONS

Our initial meeting helps us evaluate your property's potential and really understand your wish list.

 

We can chat via phone, Teams, email or visit in person with feedback that focuses achievability options, likely costs and advice for other essential services such as Arboricultural or Bat Surveys to help you make informed decisions about your project.  

 

Our initial recommendations are free and you’re under no obligation to work with us.

MEASURED SURVEY

If you like our approach and want to work with us, a full dimensional analysis of the building and site is booked to produce scaled as-existing drawings. Accurate building and site data give us the tools we need to start our design process, plan landscapes and underpins your Planning and Building Control applications.

CREATIVE ROADMAPPING 

We like to book another visit to finalise your design brief and wish list in detail and answer any questions you might have, before bringing your ideas to life with simple concept ideas, plans and sketches.

CONCEPT DESIGNS

We start developing the design in our drawing studio and create detailed floor plans, sections and scaled elevations for you to review and feedback. We’ll give you draft designs within three weeks and work closely with you to make it perfect over several timely design review sessions.

DESIGN FINE TUNING

Our designers will work closely with you to refine the drawings and ensure they meet your requirements.  

 

Once you approve the design, we will prepare all necessary reports and supporting documents for a complete planning application.  We will also accommodate any final tweaks or changes during the designated grace period between sign-off and submission.

 

We collaborate with you on the final design, paying close attention to detail, and aim to complete it within 6 weeks. 

PLANNING SUBMISSION

We handle everything to do with your planning application, anticipate objections and negotiate on your behalf for a successful outcome.

 

To ensure a seamless transition to the next phase and avoid any potential delays, we proactively prepare for the upcoming steps during the 12-week planning phase while the case officers evaluate our application.

ROLLING SUPPORT

We offer continuous and comprehensive project management support, which includes designing kitchen, bathroom, and lighting schemes, as well as interior and landscape design. Our goal is to keep your project on track and ensure that it aligns with your expectations.

INDEPENDENT SPECIALISTS

We'll also work with external experts if needed, to ensure everything is done right. 

CONSTRUCTION DETAILS & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

We handle everything to do with your Building Control Application, anticipate technical queries and compliancy requests and negotiate on your behalf for a successful outcome.

BUILDING CONTROL

We can help you find suitable contractors for your project. We can provide assistance with tendering, including compiling, sending out and summarising tendering documents. Reach out to us for further details.

QS & COSTING

Our QS service and construction cost estimating can help you stay within budget. We can provide accurate cost estimates and work with you to manage costs throughout the construction process. Our experienced team identifies potential cost savings without 

compromising on quality and provides valuable insight to help inform your decisions.

TENDERING & CONTRACTS

We offer a Contract Management service, including assistance with tendering, document compilation and summarisation and will help support you finding the best Main and Sub-Contractors who are right for your project and a good fit for you.

PARTY WALL

If the construction work affects a shared wall, our qualified surveyors can help you comply with the Party Wall Act.  

 

We provide expert Party Wall Services, including serving notices, preparing awards and resolving disputes with adjoining owners.

Our goal is to ensure your project runs smoothly, without any legal complications or delays.

BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PHASE

Let us bring your vision to life with confidence and ease.

 

We offer comprehensive support throughout the building phase of your design project. Our experienced team can oversee the construction phase, ensuring your vision is fulfilled to the highest standards.  We make regular site visits, check progress, liaise with contractors manage payment schedules and answer your questions to ensure the work meets plans and specifications.  

INTERIORS, PRODUCT SOURCING & LANDSCAPES

After the builders (and their tools) have departed, we relish the opportunity to contribute to the most enjoyable phase of the project; putting the finishing touches and dressing up the remarkable spaces we've helped you create.

INTERIOR DESIGN & FINISHES

We offer interior design and soft furnishing services to help complete your building project.  Our experienced team will work with you to create a cohesive design that reflects your personal style and complements your home's architecture.  We source high-quality materials and furnishings to ensure that the finished product is both beautiful and durable. From furniture and window treatments to artwork and accessories, we will help you transform your space into a comfortable and inviting home. 

 

Contact us to learn more about our interior design and soft furnishing services.

LANDSCAPE

Transform your outdoor space with our landscaping services.  We offer tailored design options that complement your new extension or existing property, from simple planting schemes to hardscaping plans.  

 

Contact us today to discuss your Interior and landscaping needs.

AHOD-OUR PROCESS
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