Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Local Planning Experts
Established in 1992, we are a Chartered Surveyor and Architectural Consultancy practice based near Fordingbridge on the edge of the New Forest National Park. Our practice operates within a 50-mile radius covering Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset, with particular expertise in historic building renovations, listed buildings, new dwellings and eco-friendly structures. We provide tailored architectural and surveying services that meet our clients' needs while realising each project's full potential. Our team possesses comprehensive knowledge of local planning policies across multiple jurisdictions including New Forest District Council, New Forest National Park, East and North Dorset District Councils, Purbeck District Council, Wiltshire Council, Poole Borough Council and Bournemouth Borough Council.We maintain an excellent success rate in securing planning approvals, particularly for complex projects involving Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas and National Parks. As a practice we have been nominated for the 2017 Design Awards by the N.F.N.P.A and the Dorset Building Control Excellence Awards.
Services
Architectural Design
Planning Applications
Building Surveys
Conservation Work
Eco-friendly Structures
Historic Buildings
Commercial Projects
Residential Extensions
New Dwellings
Surveyor Services
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years' experience in architectural consultancy
- Our team holds Chartered Surveyor qualifications
- We specialise in planning applications for protected areas
- We maintain an excellent success rate in planning approvals
- Our practice operates within a 50-mile radius of Fordingbridge
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services for new dwellings, extensions and conversions. Our expertise covers both traditional and modern eco-friendly structures. With particular specialism in historic buildings, we create designs that balance aesthetic appeal with practical functionality while maintaining compliance with conservation requirements.
Planning Applications
Our practice specialises in navigating complex planning regulations across multiple jurisdictions. We handle local authority planning applications with particular experience of New Forest National Park specific requirements. With regular contact with key councils, we formulate strategies to secure planning approvals with high success rates for both residential and commercial projects.
Building Surveys
As Chartered Surveyors, we conduct thorough building surveys and defect analysis. Our services include Home Buyers' Surveys, Conveyance Plans, Record Drawings and detailed building reports. We identify structural issues and provide practical solutions to ensure properties meet all regulatory standards and client expectations.
Conservation Work
We specialise in working with listed buildings and projects within conservation areas. Our approach preserves historical integrity while implementing modern improvements. We have extensive experience with New Forest National Park requirements and maintain detailed knowledge of heritage protection policies across Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset.
Eco-friendly Structures
We design modern eco-friendly structures that incorporate sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. Our approach balances environmental responsibility with functional design requirements. We help clients achieve green building standards while ensuring compliance with all relevant planning regulations and building codes across the southwest region.
Questions
What areas do you cover for architectural services?
We operate within a 50-mile radius covering Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset including New Forest National Park, Cranborne Chase and Isle of Purbeck.
Do you specialise in historic building renovations?
Yes, we have particular expertise in renovation and extension of historic buildings including listed buildings and properties in conservation areas.
Can you assist with planning applications in protected areas?
Yes, we specialise in planning applications for protected areas with excellent success rates particularly in New Forest National Park and other sensitive locations.
Do you offer building survey services?
Yes, we provide professional building surveys including Home Buyers' Surveys, Conveyance Plans and comprehensive building defect analysis reports.
Are you qualified Chartered Surveyors?
Yes, David Cutler our Managing Director is a Chartered Building Surveyor with extensive experience in residential and commercial property assessments.
What types of planning policies are you familiar with?
We understand planning policies across multiple jurisdictions including New Forest District Council, New Forest National Park, Wiltshire Council and Dorset councils.
