Business Details
Expert Architectural Design & Planning Services in Southampton
Designaplace is a dedicated architectural design and planning consultancy operating across the south coast, with our base in Southampton and Eastleigh. Our team comprises highly trained professionals, including architecture postgraduates from the University of Portsmouth, who bring over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. We specialise in delivering tailored architectural solutions for both domestic and commercial clients, ranging from small-scale residential projects to medium-scale commercial developments. Our approach prioritises client satisfaction through clear communication, quality design, and comprehensive construction documentation.We offer a full spectrum of services, including planning applications, building regulations submissions, and sustainable design solutions, ensuring each project meets both client aspirations and regulatory requirements. Our expertise extends to guiding clients through permitted development rights, helping maximise property potential while maintaining compliance with local authority frameworks. With a focus on innovation and practicality, we transform client visions into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that enhance lifestyles and property value.
Services
Architectural Design
Planning Applications
Residential Extensions
Commercial Development
Sustainable Designs
Building Regulations
Loft Conversions
Interior Alterations
Property Investment
Development Consultancy
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of architectural expertise from University of Portsmouth postgraduates.
- Our client-centric approach ensures designs reflect individual residential and commercial needs.
- We specialise in navigating permitted development rights for property extensions and conversions.
- We provide comprehensive services from planning applications to building regulation compliance.
- Our sustainable design solutions balance aesthetics with functional property enhancements.
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates bespoke solutions for residential and commercial properties. We combine creative vision with practical functionality to produce plans that meet client aspirations and regulatory standards. The process includes detailed drawings, material specifications, and 3D visualisations to ensure clarity and precision.
Planning Applications
We manage full planning applications, including permitted development assessments and change-of-use proposals. Our team ensures compliance with local authority frameworks while maximising development potential. This includes preparing documentation, liaising with councils, and addressing any objections to secure approvals.
Residential Extensions
Specialising in residential extensions, we design practical, value-adding spaces that enhance living environments. Services cover kitchen extensions, loft conversions, and full property renovations, incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient solutions tailored to homeowner requirements.
Commercial Development
We deliver commercial development projects from concept to completion, including office spaces, retail units, and mixed-use buildings. Our approach balances functionality with aesthetic appeal, ensuring compliance with commercial building regulations and accessibility standards.
Sustainable Designs
Our sustainable design service integrates energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials into building projects. We provide passive solar design, insulation optimisation, and renewable energy solutions to reduce environmental impact while maintaining architectural integrity and client comfort.
Questions
What architectural services does Designaplace offer?
We provide planning applications, building regulations compliance, residential extensions, commercial developments, sustainable designs, and interior alterations.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across the south coast, with a focus on Southampton and Eastleigh.
How experienced is your team?
Our architects have over 15 years of industry experience, including postgraduate qualifications from the University of Portsmouth.
Can you assist with permitted development rights?
Yes, we guide clients through permitted development legislation to maximise property extension opportunities.
What is your design approach?
We prioritise client needs, creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that enhance lifestyle and property value.
How do you handle project communication?
We maintain clear, continuous communication from initial concept through to project completion for all clients.
Reviews (4)
A. Rodriguez
Oct 19, 2021
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Creative, knowledgeable and very friendly. Good advice regarding our planning application and also helped us at the construction stage. They listened to our thoughts and ideas throughout the design process. Many thanks.
P. Bolton
Aug 01, 2021
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Brilliant from start to finish, very impressed. Our decision was based on referrals and portfolios of work done by the company, which was great and with a very positive feedback. We are very happy with the service we received.
Exceeded our expectations of professionalism
Exceeded our expectations of professionalism
Angeo Property
Jun 15, 2021
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Excellent, brilliant and a pleasure to work with. Prompt reply to our queries and concerns regarding our proposals. Thanks for all your hard work. I would highly recommend.
Craig Wilson
Apr 25, 2021
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Owes my client a refund for building regulation plans that should of gone through planning first so plans are void. And is still trying to get another payment out of them. While keeping me blocked from replying to the emails!
Disgusting behaviour. Now using a new architect, a more Established one please do not use this company!!!!
Disgusting behaviour. Now using a new architect, a more Established one please do not use this company!!!!
