Business Details
16 Years
experience
Chartered Architects & Building Surveyors in Cornwall
Cadsouthwest is a chartered building surveying and sustainable architectural design practice established in 2010. Our team combines expertise in historic building conservation with modern sustainable design principles, delivering tailored solutions for new builds, extensions, barn conversions, and listed buildings. We work closely with clients to create designs that harmonise with their surroundings while meeting individual needs. Our services span from initial concept development to construction oversight, ensuring compliance with planning permissions, building regulations, and listed building consent. With extensive experience in Cornwall and the South West, we maintain strong relationships with local authorities and specialist contractors.Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through renewable energy use and carbon offsetting initiatives. As RICS-registered professionals, we adhere to rigorous quality standards and ongoing professional development. We prioritise transparency, offering free initial consultations and flexible service packages to suit project requirements. Our portfolio includes award-winning projects that balance heritage preservation with contemporary innovation. Client satisfaction is central to our approach, supported by regular site inspections and post-completion reviews.
Services
Architectural Design
Building Surveys
Conservation Projects
Sustainable Design
Planning Permission
Listed Building Consent
Project Management
Oak Frame Extensions
New Builds
Restoration
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- RICS-qualified chartered surveyors with expertise in historic and sustainable design
- Specialist knowledge of Cornwall's planning regime and local vernacular architecture
- Bespoke building regulations packages avoiding generic 'standard details'
- Established relationships with local conservation officers and specialist contractors
- Commitment to renewable energy and carbon offsetting initiatives
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
Services
Architectural Design
We create bespoke architectural solutions for new builds, extensions, and conversions. Our approach combines modern innovation with respect for historic contexts, ensuring designs meet planning requirements while exceeding client expectations. Services include concept creation, CAD drawings, and construction oversight.
Building Surveys
RICS-qualified surveyors provide detailed property assessments for pre-purchase evaluations and condition reports. Our surveys identify structural issues and defects, offering technical advice for remediation. Reports include measured surveys and compliance assessments with building regulations.
Conservation Projects
Specialist conservation services for listed buildings and historic structures. We prepare listed building consent applications, historical appraisals, and design statements. Our work maintains architectural integrity while implementing necessary repairs and modern adaptations.
Sustainable Design
Integrating renewable materials and energy-efficient systems into architectural projects. We specialise in oak frame extensions and eco-developments that reduce environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic and functional quality across traditional and contemporary builds.
Planning Consultancy
Comprehensive planning support including feasibility studies, permitted development assessments, and application submissions. We navigate local authority requirements to secure planning permissions and listed building consents for diverse residential and commercial projects.
People
Tim Land
Director
BSc MRICS Director with 20 years' experience in building surveying and sustainable architecture. Qualified through RICS assessment in 2007, specialising in historic buildings and oak frame design. Leads projects across Cornwall and the South West.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services from concept to completion, including planning permission, building regulations, listed building consent, and construction oversight for residential and heritage projects.
Do you work with listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in listed building projects, preparing necessary consents and designing sympathetic modern extensions while preserving historic integrity across Cornwall and the South West.
How do you incorporate sustainability?
We integrate renewable materials, energy-efficient systems, and passive design principles. Our office uses solar power and carbon offsetting, with projects prioritising eco-friendly construction methods and materials.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Yes, we handle planning submissions, feasibility studies, and permitted development assessments, leveraging local authority relationships to secure approvals for diverse architectural projects.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Cornwall (including Truro, Falmouth, and St Ives) and the wider South West, covering Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire, Somerset, and Gloucestershire for architectural and surveying services.
