Rodic Davidson Architects

Converting a house into an HMO (a House in Multiple Occupation) raises planning, licensing and design questions that don’t arise with a standard family home – room sizes, means of escape, shared amenity space and, in many boroughs, whether HMO planning permission is needed at all. Rodić Davidson advises landlords, developers and homeowners on that whole picture, from an early feasibility check through to a scheme that’s ready to be licensed as well as occupied. We offer HMO architecture, interior design and project management as a single, coordinated service. That typically means establishing whether the HMO conversion needs planning permission, designing a layout that meets the relevant HMO amenity standards from the outset, and preparing the application – including any change of use required – so that planning and licensing aren’t working against each other later in the process.

Rodić Davidson Architects has extensive experience delivering farmhouse renovations, barn conversions and rural residential projects across the UK. As barn conversion architects, we work with historic agricultural buildings, listed farmsteads and contemporary rural homes, helping clients adapt existing structures for modern living while respecting their character and setting. Agricultural buildings often occupy some of the most distinctive landscapes in the country. Whether restoring a traditional farmhouse, converting a redundant barn or extending an existing rural property, each project requires careful consideration of planning policy, heritage significance and long-term functionality. Our approach combines design expertise, planning strategy and a detailed understanding of historic buildings, creating homes that respond thoughtfully to both their history and their future.

As a practice based in the heart of Central London, the body of our work is also centred within this part of the city. We enjoy the rich architectural and historical environment, working with various urban layers accumulated over centuries. Our expertise working within conservation architecture areas and with listed buildings has been fostered by acquiring many planning consents within London’s most historic boroughs including Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, the Borough of Westminster and the Borough of Camden. Whilst much of the practice’s portfolio is residential architecture, working with owner-occupier and developers clients, we also have a growing body of work within the hotel and hospitality sector as well as some mixed use retail and residential schemes.

As experienced Listed Building architects, Rodić Davidson can advise on design possibilities to unlock the potential of your heritage assets, often incorporating modern insertions. We undertake a careful examination of the existing and regularly work with specialist consultants in order to put forward compelling cases to renovate and reuse these historic properties.

Typically defined as ‘a small, sophisticated, and fashionable business or establishment’, Boutique Hotels are renowned for their refined service and luxurious accommodation. The need for Boutique Hotels derived from resistance to the large chain hotels saturating the market during the 1950s and 1960s. In order to stand out, bespoke services and innovative designs were used to entice customers and to produce a far more intimate holiday experience. It was not until the 1980s that Boutique Hotels saw an influx in production. As they usually function with a smaller number of rooms, a more tailored experience can be made. Boutique Hotels are typically situated in the most sought-after neighbourhoods in every destination, allowing the visitor to really immerse themselves in the city’s cultural atmosphere. The architectural and interior design of Boutique Hotels often offer a more distinct character and a more curated experience than regular hotels. This is due to the fact that most Boutiqu

Rodić Davidson Architects has extensive experience designing basements, vault conversions and below-ground accommodation across London. We work on both new-build projects and the extension and refurbishment of existing properties, including listed buildings and homes within conservation areas. In many parts of Central London, creating additional space above ground can be challenging due to planning restrictions, heritage considerations or site constraints. A carefully designed basement can provide valuable additional floor area while preserving the character of the property and its surroundings. For every basement architecture project, we take time to understand the property, the planning context and the client’s objectives. We seek to establish an iterative design dialogue throughout project development, creating spaces that are practical, carefully detailed and responsive to the way they will be used.