Digby Architectural

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14 Years

experience

Architectural Services in Oxford

Established in 2012, Digby Architectural provides comprehensive architectural services across Oxford and Oxfordshire. Our expertise spans architectural surveys, urban design, planning permissions, and building regulations approvals for residential extensions, new builds, and property conversions. With over two decades of industry experience, including a decade leading our practice, we combine technical proficiency with a client-centric approach.

Our team manages projects from initial consultation to council submissions, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Recognised for our local knowledge and commitment to transparency, we offer a free one-hour consultation to discuss tailored solutions for residential developments.

Services

Architectural Surveys Urban Design Planning Permissions Building Regulations Project Management

Details

Year established: 2012

Highlights and features

We offer a free one-hour consultation for tailored advice.
Our proprietor has over 20 years of architectural experience.
Specialists in Oxfordshire residential planning and design.
We manage projects from surveys to council submissions.
Proven track record with hundreds of successful applications.

What people say

Professional and insightful advice Successful planning applications Timely and detailed drawings Excellent communication Highly recommend services

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Services

Architectural Surveys

We conduct detailed architectural surveys to assess property conditions and constraints. Our surveys form the foundation for planning applications and design proposals. Clients benefit from accurate data to inform development decisions.

Planning Permissions

Our team prepares and submits planning applications, managing the process from initial sketches to final approval. We specialise in navigating Oxford City Council's requirements to maximise application success rates.

Building Regulations

We ensure projects meet all legal standards through comprehensive building regulations applications. Our service includes preparing technical drawings and coordinating with structural engineers for full compliance.

Urban Design

Our urban design expertise covers residential developments and property subdivisions. We create functional layouts that balance client needs with local authority requirements for sustainable growth.

Project Management

We coordinate projects from concept to completion, managing timelines, contractors, and council communications. Our oversight ensures smooth execution of residential extensions and new build developments.

People

Robert Tomlinson

Proprietor

Robert graduated from Oxford Brookes University in 2000 with architecture qualifications. He has 15+ years' experience managing planning applications and building projects across Oxfordshire, establishing Digby Architectural in 2013.

Questions

What architectural services do you offer in Oxford?

We provide surveys, planning permissions, building regulations, urban design, and project management for residential extensions, conversions, and new builds across Oxfordshire.

How does your planning application process work?

We conduct initial consultations, create design proposals, prepare council submissions, and manage the approval process for planning permissions and building regulations.

Can you help with listed building consents?

Yes, we have experience securing listed building consents and navigating heritage requirements while maintaining design integrity for Oxford's historic properties.

Do you offer free initial consultations?

Yes, we provide a free one-hour consultation to discuss your project requirements and provide preliminary guidance on feasibility and processes.

What areas do you cover beyond Oxford?

We serve Oxfordshire including Kidlington, Witney, Bicester, and surrounding villages, with experience in both urban and rural development requirements.

How long does the planning process take?

Typical applications take 8-12 weeks for approval, though we provide tailored timelines based on project complexity and local authority processing times.

Reviews (6)

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Alison Beauchamp

Jun 06, 2021 Report

I have been extremely happy working with Robert at Digby Architectural. From start to finish Robert has been professional, helpful and friendly. He took the time to consider what needs I required for the project, to also suggesting ideas of his own which I may not have considered. Any questions or problems were answered quickly, and he was always happy to meet in person to discuss things if needs be. I would have no hesitation in recommending Robert at Digby Architectural.

Mr. Martin

Mar 31, 2021 Report

Robert has completed drawings for my annexe and single storey extension. this passed planning on first application. There were minor amendments needed to pass planning, Robert successfully negotiated this, potentially saving me several months and the cost of resubmitting. I found Robert to be very knowledgable and happy to make suggestions, his price is very competitive. I would happily use him again and have already recommended him to a friend.

Jr Strawbridge

Mar 17, 2021 Report

We found Robert through recommendations on Nextdoor and he promptly responded to our enquiry and met to discuss plans for a garage conversion. Robert produced some excellent initial sketches and then met once again to discuss options. He had a number of excellent ideas for maximizing the space, which is awkwardly located. Robert then prepared our planning application and with his knowledge of the system and regulations, Robert helped navigate questions from the council, reworked one of the drawings, and it was approved first time. Robert was professional, responsive, patient, and shared a lot of

James Rowe

Dec 07, 2020 Report

I am a structural engineer, and have worked with Robert on a number of his projects. He has a really good understanding of all the technical aspects of building, and always produces clear and precise architectural drawings and specifications. This really matters, because it allows contractors to give accurate prices and this in turn means projects get built on time and on budget, which is what clients need and want. I am very happy to recommend him.

Roger Ramsbottom

Oct 31, 2020 Report

I have always found Robert of 'Digby Architectural' extremely pleasant and helpful. Robert can take a person's crude ideas and or sketches of changes to an existing house / building and with his experience transform those ideas into practical architectural plans for the builder. Robert is also blessed with a lot of practical experience 'on site' and can talk with builders in a constructive and meaningful way to move a project forward. When it came to doing my own modest extension Robert was a mine of helpful information. Thank you, Roger

James Messer

Oct 25, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I was really impressed with how helpful and professional Robert was. He explained all my options clearly and provided a great deal of very useful advice. All the necessary paperwork was done on time and to an excellent standard. I have no hesitation in recommending him.