Business Details
34 Years
experience
Residential Architect for Custom Home Designs
Established in 1992, our architectural practice specialises in residential projects including new homes, extensions, and care facilities. With over three decades of experience in both public and private sectors, we guide clients through every stage from initial design concepts to final project completion. Our process begins with detailed briefings and site surveys, followed by iterative design consultations to ensure client satisfaction. We manage planning applications, building regulations compliance, and tender processes, maintaining a curated list of reputable local builders.Our comprehensive project management includes monthly progress reviews, defect inspections, and final payment coordination. We prioritise transparent communication, meticulous attention to detail, and practical solutions that balance aesthetic design with functional requirements. Our track record demonstrates success in securing planning approvals through strategic design modifications and advocacy at committee meetings.
Services
New Houses
House Extensions
Care Home Extensions
Planning Applications
Builder Coordination
Tender Analysis
Project Management
Defect Inspections
Design Consultations
Regulatory Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of residential architecture experience
- We provide end-to-end project management from concept to completion
- Our curated list of trusted local builders ensures quality workmanship
- We specialise in navigating complex planning permission processes
- Our retention payment system protects client interests until final defect resolution
Services
House Extensions
Design and management of residential extensions tailored to client needs. We create functional spaces that enhance property value while maintaining architectural integrity. Our process includes structural assessments, planning applications, and builder coordination to ensure quality execution.
New Houses
Full-service design and construction management for bespoke homes. From site analysis to final inspections, we deliver architecturally distinctive properties that meet exacting standards. Our expertise includes energy efficiency integration and regulatory compliance for seamless project delivery.
Planning Applications
Comprehensive planning permission support including strategy development and submission preparation. We address local authority requirements, modify designs when needed, and represent clients at planning committee meetings to maximise approval chances for residential projects.
Project Management
End-to-end project coordination from tendering to final defect resolution. We manage timelines, budgets, and quality control through regular site inspections. Our payment scheduling system ensures client funds are protected until all work meets contractual specifications.
Builder Coordination
Curated selection of trusted local builders matched to project requirements. We facilitate competitive tendering, conduct performance evaluations, and maintain strict quality control throughout construction phases to guarantee workmanship standards and adherence to agreed specifications.
People
Bob Berry
Architect
Qualified UK architect with 30+ years' experience in residential design. Specialises in new homes and extensions, managing projects from concept to completion. Expert in planning processes and builder selection, committed to delivering client-focused architectural solutions with meticulous attention to detail.
Questions
What residential architecture services do you offer?
We specialise in new homes, house extensions, and care facility modifications. Our services include design development, planning applications, building regulations compliance, tender management, and full project oversight from inception to final defect resolution.
How do you handle planning permission challenges?
We develop strategic design approaches to meet local authority requirements. When needed, we modify proposals based on feedback, represent clients at planning committees, and pursue appeals to secure approvals for viable residential projects.
What project management processes do you use?
We implement structured monthly payment schedules with retention clauses, conduct regular site inspections, and maintain detailed progress records. Our system ensures quality control, budget adherence, and timely completion through proactive issue resolution.
How are builders selected for projects?
We maintain a curated list of trusted local builders evaluated on workmanship quality, client communication, site organisation, and pricing competitiveness. We facilitate competitive tendering processes and contract negotiations to protect client interests.
What happens after construction completion?
We conduct a six-month post-completion inspection to identify latent defects. We coordinate their resolution with builders and manage final payment releases, ensuring all contractual obligations are met before releasing the 2.5% retention sum.
