Our Services
Our services include all aspects of the RIBA Plan of Work which is the definitive UK model for the building design and construction process. We offer a flexible approach to the scope of our appointment and fees. Our experience has led us to develop a four-part process which includes: -
We begin by understanding you, your aspirations and the practical parameters of your project. Time is taken to establish a clear and realistic brief, aligned with your budget, programme and design ambitions. A detailed site review allows us to identify opportunities and constraints at an early stage, including planning policy and statutory considerations that may influence the scheme. Initial sketches are produced and discussed to identify options for further development.
The emerging design is shaped through a collaborative and iterative process, developing ideas through discussion, sketches and testing options to create a strong and engaging architectural solution. We refine the proposals using images, CAD drawings and 3D modelling, carefully resolving all aspects of internal arrangement and external form. Once the design is agreed, we take care of preparing everything needed to progress your project through planning. We coordinate and lodge all documentation required for an application, liaising directly with the local authority on your behalf, managing the process through to determination. Where specialist consultants are needed, we advise clearly on scope and purpose, ensuring a coordinated and robust submission. We have extensive experience of the planning process, including work within conservation areas, on listed buildings and within the Green Belt. This allows us to anticipate challenges early and present your project in the strongest possible way.
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With planning in place, we focus on developing clear, detailed information to prepare your project for costing and construction. Working alongside other consultants, we produce comprehensive technical drawings and specifications, ensuring the design is fully resolved before work begins. This stage is a natural progression of the design process. We coordinate closely with the wider consultant team, including structural engineers, quantity surveyors and interior designers etc., to align all aspects of the project. Regular review meetings are held with you throughout, allowing you to remain informed and confident in each decision. We can also manage and assess contractor tenders and advise on the most appropriate procurement route for your project. The result is a robust, well-coordinated package that forms part of your building contract, helping to reduce risk and uncertainty.
During construction, we act as your representative on site, overseeing the build and administering the building contract. We monitor progress against the agreed programme, keep a close eye on costs and certify payments to the contractor for work completed in accordance with the contract. We carry out regular site inspections, respond to contractor queries and issue instructions when required. At the end of the project, we inspect the completed works and, once they are finished in line with the contract documentation, issue the Certificate of Practical Completion. Our onsite and contract administration services are designed to minimise risk, manage quality and cost, and give you confidence that your project is being carefully overseen from start to finish.
As an RIBA Chartered Practice, we are committed to excellence in best practice, professional and ethical standards.
RIBA Chartered Practices are the only architectural practices endorsed and promoted by the RIBA, through commitments to quality assurance, business management and client service.
Our services, fees and the terms of our appointment will be agreed with you at the outset of your project.