Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architect in Buckinghamshire
Established in 1992, our architectural practice specialises in residential projects including new houses, extensions, and adaptations for care homes. With over three decades of experience gained through roles in local authorities and private practices, we guide clients through every stage from initial consultation to project completion. Our process begins with detailed briefings and site surveys, followed by iterative design development to ensure client satisfaction. We manage planning applications, building regulations compliance, and tender processes, maintaining relationships with reputable local builders.Our commitment to quality extends to ongoing site inspections, transparent communication, and post-completion defect monitoring. While planning permission outcomes cannot be guaranteed, our track record demonstrates successful approvals through design refinement and advocacy at planning committees. We prioritise craftsmanship, neighbourly consideration, and budget adherence while maintaining rigorous quality control throughout the construction lifecycle.
Services
Residential Architecture
New House Design
Home Extensions
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of UK architectural experience since 1992
- End-to-end project management from concept to completion
- Established relationships with quality local builders
- Thorough planning application advocacy and committee representation
- Six-month post-completion defect monitoring included
Services
Residential Architecture
We specialise in creating bespoke residential spaces tailored to individual client needs. Our services cover new home construction, property extensions, and care home adaptations. With comprehensive expertise in planning regulations and building codes, we ensure seamless project delivery from initial concept through to final completion, maintaining quality standards throughout the construction process.
Planning Applications
Our planning application service includes strategic design development and submission preparation. We navigate local authority requirements, address potential objections, and represent clients at planning committee meetings. While we cannot guarantee approval, our proven track record demonstrates success in securing permissions through design refinement and effective advocacy during appeals processes.
Building Regulations
We ensure all projects meet current building regulations through detailed technical drawings and specification documents. Our service includes submission preparation, compliance verification, and coordination with approved inspectors. We maintain rigorous quality control during construction, conducting regular site inspections to confirm adherence to regulatory standards and addressing any compliance issues that arise during the build.
Project Management
Our end-to-end project management covers tender processes, contractor selection, and construction phase administration. We coordinate builder quotations, prepare contract documentation, and manage payment schedules with retention provisions. Regular site visits ensure work quality, while our defect monitoring service continues for six months post-completion to address any latent issues identified during the warranty period.
Design Consultation
We offer expert design consultation services for residential developments, focusing on functional space planning and aesthetic considerations. Our iterative design process includes multiple client meetings to refine concepts, ensuring final proposals align with client requirements and site constraints. We provide measured surveys, concept sketches, and detailed design drawings to facilitate informed decision-making throughout the project development stages.
People
Bob Berry
Architect
Qualified UK architect with 30+ years' experience in residential design. Former ARB registrant specialising in new homes, extensions, and care home adaptations. Manages projects from initial consultation through to post-completion defect monitoring.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential architecture including new homes, house extensions, and care home adaptations. Our services cover planning applications, building regulations compliance, and full project management from concept to completion.
How long have you been practising as an architect?
I have been practising as an architect since 1992, with extensive experience gained through roles in local authorities and private practices before establishing my own practice.
Can you guarantee planning permission approval?
While we cannot guarantee planning permission, our track record shows most applications receive approval at first submission. We work closely with local authorities to address concerns and advocate for clients at planning committees when necessary.
Do you manage the entire construction process?
Yes, we provide end-to-end project management including tender processes, builder selection, contract administration, and regular site inspections. We also conduct post-completion defect monitoring for six months after practical completion.
What areas do you cover for architectural services?
We primarily serve Buckinghamshire and surrounding areas including Chalfont St. Giles, Marlow, Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield, Holmer Green, and Maidenhead.
How do you ensure quality during construction?
We conduct regular site inspections, maintain open communication with builders, and implement a retention payment system to ensure quality. Our six-month defect monitoring period addresses any latent issues that may emerge after practical completion.
