Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in London
Established in 2012 by Nigel Coleman and Benjamin Smith, Oakman Architecture was founded to deliver a transparent, client-focused approach to architectural and surveying services. With backgrounds rooted in construction families and prior experience at a prestigious London practice, the founders prioritise practical design solutions that balance investment gains with aesthetic excellence. Our services span full project management from inception to completion, supported by a team of RICS-accredited professionals and specialist partners. We serve a diverse client base, including developers, construction firms, and private homeowners, across London and the South East.Our ethos combines a professional work ethic with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring consistently high standards. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, innovative design ideas, and ability to resolve complex planning challenges. Partnerships with structural engineers, energy consultants, and party wall specialists enhance our in-house capabilities. Recognised with the LABC Excellence Award and Houzz Service Award 2017, we maintain 5m professional indemnity insurance. With over a decade of experience, we remain committed to delivering tailored architectural solutions that meet client needs.
Services
Architectural Design
Building Surveying
Planning Applications
Party Wall Agreements
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We have over a decade of experience in architectural design and surveying
- Our team includes RICS-accredited professionals with construction industry backgrounds
- We provide end-to-end project management from feasibility to completion
- Recognised with LABC Excellence Award and Houzz Service Award 2017
- We maintain 5m professional indemnity insurance for client protection
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Professional and efficient
Great design ideas
Highly recommend
Attention to detail
Reliable service
Services
Architectural Design
We create tailored architectural designs for residential and commercial projects, balancing aesthetic appeal with functional requirements. Our process incorporates feasibility studies, concept development, and technical drawings to ensure compliance with building regulations. Clients benefit from our construction industry expertise and focus on investment-optimised solutions.
Building Surveying
Our RICS-accredited surveyors provide detailed property assessments, including condition reports and measured surveys. We specialise in planning applications, building control packages, and party wall agreements. Our surveying services ensure accurate project scoping and regulatory compliance for both residential and commercial developments.
Planning Applications
We manage all aspects of planning submissions, from permitted development assessments to full planning applications. Our team works closely with local authorities and planning specialists to secure approvals. Services include feasibility studies, design development, and appeal processes for complex cases requiring council intervention.
Party Wall Agreements
We facilitate party wall agreements under the Party Wall Act 1996, coordinating with adjacent property owners and appointed surveyors. Our services include schedule preparation, dispute resolution, and compliance documentation. This ensures legal compliance for residential and commercial developments involving shared boundaries.
Project Management
We offer end-to-end project management covering feasibility, design, planning, and construction phases. Our services include tender analysis, contract administration, and health & safety compliance. With CDM principal designer accreditation, we ensure seamless delivery of residential conversions, commercial fit-outs, and new build developments.
People
Nigel Coleman
Director
BA (Hons) graduate with RICS associate status, Nigel specialises in building surveying and contract administration. With a family background in construction, he brings practical expertise to project management and client-focused solutions.
Benjamin Smith
Director
BSc (Hons) graduate, Benjamin focuses on architectural design and planning. His construction industry heritage informs his approach to balancing design aesthetics with regulatory compliance and investment returns for clients.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including design, planning applications, building regulations compliance, party wall agreements, and project management for residential and commercial developments.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we work on both sectors with expertise in residential conversions, new builds, and commercial fit-outs, including office, retail, and educational facilities.
How do you manage planning permission processes?
We handle all planning aspects from feasibility studies to submissions, working with local authorities to secure permitted development approvals, prior approval, and full planning permissions.
Are you insured for professional liability?
Yes, we maintain £5m professional indemnity insurance to protect both our business and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
Can you assist with party wall matters?
We arrange party wall agreements under the 1996 Act, coordinating with adjacent owners and appointed surveyors to ensure legal compliance for shared boundary works.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout London and the South East, working with developers, construction firms, and private clients on projects ranging from single dwellings to 50-unit residential schemes.
