Thomas Building Plans

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26 Years

experience

Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner in Bristol

Thomas Building Plans has been providing professional architectural design services since 2000, specialising in home extensions, loft conversions, and new builds across Bristol and the South West. Our family-run business combines extensive local knowledge with technical expertise to create tailored building plans that meet planning permission and building regulations requirements. We offer comprehensive support from initial concept discussions to submission of regulatory documentation, including cost estimation services to help clients budget effectively. Our team's deep understanding of structural engineering principles and design aesthetics ensures clients receive practical, compliant solutions. With hundreds of successful projects completed, we maintain a strong reputation for delivering accurate architectural drawings and exceptional client service.

Our approach prioritises clear communication and collaboration, helping clients visualise their projects through detailed plans before any construction begins. We serve both private homeowners and industry professionals, covering all areas surrounding Bristol including Thornbury, Bradley Stoke, and Clevedon. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our extensive portfolio of completed projects and numerous client references. We actively engage with the local community, focusing on sustainable design solutions that enhance property value while respecting architectural heritage. Our services extend to steel calculations, internal alterations, and comprehensive building regulations compliance documentation.

Services

Home Extensions Loft Conversions Planning Permission Building Regulations Steel Calculations Internal Alterations New Builds Structural Reports

Details

Year established: 2000

Highlights and features

We have over 20 years' experience in Bristol's architectural design sector
Our family-run business offers personalised service with local expertise
We provide accurate build cost estimates before project commitment
We cover all aspects from initial designs to planning permission submissions
Our extensive portfolio demonstrates proven project delivery success

What people say

Many happy home-owners Exciting not daunting Accurate cost estimates Proven project delivery Extensive portfolio

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Services

Home Extensions

We create detailed architectural plans for home extensions that maximise space while maintaining structural integrity. Our designs ensure compliance with local planning regulations and building standards. Each project receives customised solutions tailored to the property's existing architecture and the client's specific requirements.

Loft Conversions

Our loft conversion designs transform unused roof spaces into functional living areas. We handle all technical aspects including structural calculations, planning applications, and building regulations compliance. Our expertise ensures optimal space utilisation while maintaining the property's aesthetic harmony.

Planning Permission

We prepare comprehensive planning permission submissions that meet local authority requirements. Our service includes creating detailed drawings, completing application forms, and liaising with planning officers. We guide clients through the approval process to maximise application success rates.

Building Regulations

We produce detailed building regulations packages that ensure construction work meets safety and quality standards. Our documentation covers structural calculations, insulation specifications, and fire safety requirements. We coordinate with approved inspectors to facilitate smooth project approvals.

Steel Calculations

Our structural engineering service provides precise steel calculations for load-bearing elements. We produce detailed reports for RSJ installations and other structural modifications. These calculations ensure safety compliance while maintaining architectural design integrity.

Questions

What areas do you cover for architectural services?

We serve Bristol and surrounding areas including Thornbury, Bradley Stoke, Portishead, Clevedon, and South Wales.

Can you help with planning permission applications?

Yes, we prepare complete planning permission submissions including technical drawings and regulatory documentation.

Do you provide cost estimates before starting projects?

We offer build cost estimates to help clients budget before committing to full design services.

What building regulations services do you offer?

We create full building regulations packages including structural calculations and compliance documentation.

How do you handle steel calculations for extensions?

Our team provides detailed structural engineering reports for all steel support requirements in building projects.

Reviews (4)

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Nick Howells

Dec 25, 2020 Report

We have been hugely impressed with Simon throughout our building project. He has been supportive, helpful and professional throughout the process. His ideas and solutions from initial conception to coping with us changing our mind at various stages have worked out really well. Various builders that have quoted for different stages of the work have commented on the quality and clarity of his plans. We would highly recommend! Thanks again.

Jon Woodland

Nov 17, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism
We used Simon for our extension and he was brillent, lots of ideas and very friendy. We contacted him two years after the build was finish for some extra info and he was great. We were really impressed with his service, so much so we have recommended him to friends.

Sonia Byng

Jun 24, 2020 Report

We engaged Simon to plan our one storey extension. I can honestly say that we were really impressed with his service. He is very friendly and easy to communicate with. He really took the time to listen to what we wanted, answer our questions and drew up the plans accordingly. We've just received planning permission and everything has run really smoothly. I would have no hesitation at all in recommending Simon to anyone looking for an architect.

Wilky Wilkinson

Jan 24, 2020 Report

We contacted Thomas Building Plans after being recommend their services from a work colleague, who had just completed an extension. From the first meeting Simon was enthusiastic and incredibly helpful in talking through our original ideas and transforming them into something practical. He was able to help us visualise what the finished design would look like and produced the plans quickly so we were able to get them submitted. He was always available either on the phone or via email if we had a question and was quick to respond.
Simon also gave us some helpful recommendations for local builders