Business Details
Award-Winning Residential Architects in Solihull
Design AI is an award-winning architecture practice based in Solihull, dedicated to delivering bespoke residential design solutions. With over two decades of experience, we specialise in creating contemporary and traditional homes, grand country estates, and heritage projects that harmonise with their surroundings. Our small team prioritises personal client relationships, ensuring every project reflects individual needs while adhering to conservation and green belt regulations. We navigate complex planning processes with expertise, offering comprehensive services from initial consultation to building regulations compliance. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our chartered status, industry awards, and a portfolio spanning healthcare, education, and bespoke residential sectors.We act as principal designers for health and safety compliance, providing technical specifications and structural coordination. Our process combines creativity with precision, ensuring designs are both aesthetically striking and functionally robust. Clients benefit from transparent fee structures and dedicated support throughout every project phase. Recognised for innovation through awards such as the Bournville Village Trust Award, we continue to shape spaces that enhance quality of life while respecting historical and environmental contexts.
Services
Residential Architecture
Heritage Conservation
New Build Housing
Planning Applications
Principal Designer Service
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of residential architecture expertise
- Our team holds chartered architect status with industry awards
- Specialists in conservation area and green belt planning
- We provide end-to-end project management from consultation to completion
- Small practice with dedicated client-focused service
Services
Residential Architecture
We create bespoke residential designs tailored to client needs, blending modern innovation with traditional craftsmanship. Our expertise spans contemporary homes, luxury country estates, and conservation projects. With meticulous attention to environmental context, we deliver spaces that enhance quality of life while ensuring regulatory compliance through detailed planning submissions.
Heritage Conservation
Specialising in listed buildings and conservation areas, we preserve historical integrity while integrating modern functionality. Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary solutions, ensuring compliance with strict heritage regulations. We navigate complex planning requirements to protect architectural legacy while meeting modern living standards through sensitive design interventions.
Planning Applications
We manage full planning permission processes for extensions, new builds, and use changes. Our service includes preparing detailed documentation, liaising with local authorities, and maximising approval chances through strategic design. We specialise in conservation area and green belt applications, ensuring compliance with local guidelines while protecting client interests throughout the submission process.
Principal Designer Service
As appointed Principal Designer, we ensure construction projects meet CDM regulations through rigorous health and safety planning. Our service covers pre-construction coordination, risk management, and compliance verification. We produce technical specifications, collaborate with structural engineers, and guarantee regulatory adherence to secure completion certificates for safe, compliant developments.
New Build Housing
We deliver comprehensive new build housing projects from concept to completion. Our service includes site analysis, design development, and regulatory compliance management. We create thoughtfully designed homes that integrate with natural surroundings while meeting budgetary requirements. Our end-to-end approach ensures seamless execution of residential developments through detailed technical specifications and contractor coordination.
People
Andy Ip
Chartered Architect
Chartered Architect with 20+ years' experience, holding awards including Bournville Village Trust and Channel 4 Ten4 recognition. Graduated from Birmingham City University, previously worked at Glenn Howells Architects and Aedas. Specialises in residential, healthcare, and conservation projects, combining creativity with technical expertise to deliver award-winning designs.
Questions
Do I need an architect for my home project?
An architect ensures your design complies with regulations while optimising space and aesthetics. We provide expert guidance through planning and building control processes.
What areas do you serve?
We operate primarily in Solihull, Knowle, Dorridge and surrounding areas with expertise in local planning requirements and conservation regulations.
Can you help with conservation area projects?
Yes, we specialise in heritage projects and conservation areas, balancing historical preservation with modern functionality through sensitive design solutions.
What planning permissions do I need?
Larger extensions, new builds, and work on listed buildings typically require full planning permission. We'll advise based on your specific project requirements.
How do you manage project timelines?
We provide structured project phases from consultation to completion, with clear milestones and regular progress updates to ensure timely delivery.
What makes Design AI different?
Our small practice offers dedicated client service with chartered architect expertise, combining award-winning design creativity with thorough regulatory compliance management.
Reviews (1)
Lynne Davis
May 15, 2018
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Right from the off, Andy was so helpful and accommodating. We had never undertaken a project like this before but he guided us smoothly through the whole process. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a design that worked for us but also looked stunning. We are absolutely thrilled with the end result and it's made a huge difference to the way we live day-to-day. We now have a large open plan space for cooking, dining and relaxing which is great for us as a family but also allows us to easily have friends and family over to eat and socialise which is exactly what we wanted. We'd highly recommend Andy for your project.
