Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Services in Eastbourne
Established in 2001, Building Plan Design is a professional architectural practice led by Monika Ryan, an experienced architectural technician and designer. We specialise in creating tailored architectural solutions for both domestic and industrial projects, offering comprehensive services from initial site surveys to planning permission and building regulations approvals. Our expertise spans single/double extensions, new builds, listed building renovations, and projects in conservation areas. We prioritise meticulous attention to detail, leveraging digital planning submissions and collaborating with specialists like structural engineers to ensure compliance and efficiency.Our process involves direct client consultation, site visits, and ongoing liaison with local authorities to secure favourable planning consents. With a proven track record in complex projects, including listed properties and conservation areas, we deliver designs that harmonise with existing structures while meeting modern functional needs. Clients consistently praise our professional approach, timely communication, and ability to alleviate the stress of planning processes. We serve West Sussex, East Sussex, and Surrey, maintaining strong relationships with local planning departments through regular attendance at industry forums and workshops.
Services
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
CAD Drawings
Listed Building Renovations
Conservation Area Projects
New Builds
Extensions
Change of Use
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer a free no-obligation consultation to discuss your project
- Our friendly, personal approach ensures clear communication throughout
- We follow a structured checklist process to cover all project elements
- We have extensive experience with listed buildings and conservation areas
- We maintain strong relationships with local planning authorities
What people say
Sympathetic extensions
Excellent designs
Meticulous professional
Prompt replies
Highly recommend
Services
Planning Applications
We prepare and submit detailed planning applications including measured surveys and supporting documentation. Our expertise covers complex projects like listed buildings and conservation areas. We liaise with local authorities throughout the process to secure favourable outcomes while maintaining compliance with current legislation.
Building Regulations
We convert planning drawings into full building regulations packages for local authority approval. Our technical expertise ensures compliance with UK building standards while providing contractors with detailed construction documentation. This includes structural calculations and coordination with specialist consultants when required.
CAD Drawings
We produce precise architectural and technical drawings using CAD software. Our digital plans cover all aspects from initial concepts to construction documentation, ensuring accuracy for both domestic and commercial projects while incorporating necessary policy casework and forms.
Listed Building Renovations
We specialise in sensitive renovations of listed and historic buildings. Our approach maintains architectural integrity while implementing modern improvements. This includes careful material selection, traditional construction techniques, and securing necessary heritage consents for conservation areas.
Conservation Area Projects
We navigate planning requirements for projects in designated conservation areas. Our services include heritage impact assessments, design guidance compliance, and liaison with conservation officers to ensure developments enhance rather than detract from protected environments.
People
Monika Ryan
Architectural Designer
Monika has over 20 years' experience in architectural design, specialising in complex planning applications and listed building projects. She manages all aspects of client projects from initial survey to planning approval, maintaining strong relationships with local authorities across Sussex.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide planning applications, building regulations approvals, CAD drawings, listed building renovations, and conservation area projects across Sussex and Surrey.
How do you handle complex planning applications?
We conduct detailed surveys, prepare comprehensive documentation, and maintain direct communication with planning officers to secure approvals for challenging projects including listed properties.
Can you work with listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in sensitive renovations of listed buildings, maintaining architectural integrity while implementing modern improvements through appropriate heritage consents.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout West Sussex, East Sussex, and Surrey, with particular expertise in local planning requirements and conservation areas.
How do you support clients through the planning process?
We offer free initial consultations, follow structured checklists, and provide ongoing guidance from site survey through to final approvals.
What makes your service different?
Our combination of technical expertise, local authority relationships, and attention to heritage details ensures successful outcomes for complex architectural projects.
