Business Details
14 Years
experience
Residential Architectural Design Services Stonehouse
Established in 2012, The Facility is a dedicated architectural practice specialising in residential design solutions. Our team comprises experienced architects, interior designers, and support professionals, each with a minimum of five years' industry experience. We prioritise client collaboration through comprehensive feasibility assessments, planning permissions, and customised design execution. Our approach combines technical expertise with creative innovation to deliver functional, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing spaces.We maintain strong relationships with local councils to ensure efficient approval processes while utilising advanced technology for precise design visualisation. With over 1,000 completed residential projects, including new builds, extensions, and flat conversions, we focus on enhancing property value through tailored architectural solutions. Our commitment to quality extends beyond project completion, offering post-implementation support to ensure long-term client satisfaction.
Services
Residential Architectural Design
Interior Space Planning
Planning Permission Applications
Property Extension Design
Flat Conversion Projects
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years' experience in residential architectural design
- Our team includes certified architects with specialist planning expertise
- We guarantee transparent project management from concept to completion
- Our designs consistently achieve 98% planning permission success rate
- We offer customised 3D visualisation for accurate design representation
What people say
Exceptional design expertise
Smooth planning process
Creative problem-solving
Excellent communication
High-quality visualisations
Services
Residential Architectural Design
We create bespoke architectural designs for new residential properties, focusing on functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal. Our process includes feasibility assessments, planning applications, and detailed design development. With over 1,000 completed projects, we ensure cost-effective solutions that maximise property value while maintaining compliance with local regulations.
Property Extension Design
Our extension design service covers side, rear, double-storey, and mansard extensions. We conduct market viability analyses and create cost-effective plans that increase living space and property value. Using advanced 3D visualisation tools, we ensure clients fully understand the proposed designs before implementation begins.
Flat Conversion Projects
We specialise in converting existing properties into multiple flats, handling feasibility studies, planning permissions, and design optimisation. Our expertise ensures maximum return on investment through strategic space planning and compliance with residential regulations, typically completing projects within 12-18 months.
Interior Space Planning
Our interior design service focuses on functional space optimisation while maintaining aesthetic appeal. We use digital visualisation tools to demonstrate design concepts and implement adjustments that enhance usability and market value, ensuring seamless integration with exterior architectural elements.
Planning Permission Applications
We manage complete planning applications with a 98% success rate, leveraging established relationships with local councils. Our service includes document preparation, feasibility assessments, and design modifications to ensure compliance with current regulations and local authority requirements.
People
Margaret Woods
Managing Director
Founding architect with 15+ years' experience, holding a Master's in Architecture. Oversees daily operations and project management while teaching part-time at a local university. Specialises in sustainable design principles and client relationship management.
Allan Harris
Creative Director
Co-founder with expertise in conceptual design and creative direction. Holds an undergraduate degree in architecture and pursues postgraduate studies. Leads the creative team in developing innovative design solutions for complex residential projects.
Bruce Wilson
Planning Division Head
Specialist in planning permissions with 8 years' experience. Manages documentation and council negotiations to ensure successful applications. Holds an architecture degree and focuses on regulatory compliance and procedural efficiency.
Sheila Baqri
Architect
Qualified architect with 4 years' experience in residential design. Specialises in creating functional spaces that balance aesthetics and practicality. Currently pursuing advanced studies in architectural technology and sustainable materials.
Mario Lopez
Communications Manager
Responsible for client communication and feedback management. Ensures seamless information flow between clients and design teams. Holds a degree in architecture and specialises in project coordination and client relations.
Questions
What residential architecture services do you offer?
We specialise in new home design, property extensions, flat conversions, interior planning, and planning permission applications.
How long does the design process take?
Typical projects take 3-6 months from initial consultation to planning approval, depending on complexity and scope.
Can you help with planning permission?
Yes, we manage complete planning applications with a 98% success rate through our established council relationships.
Do you work outside the local area?
While based in Stonehouse, we handle projects nationwide using digital collaboration tools and local authority expertise.
How are design changes managed?
We use 3D visualisation software for real-time adjustments and maintain open communication throughout the design process.
What makes your firm different?
Our combination of technical expertise, creative innovation, and client-focused approach ensures tailored solutions that maximise property value.
