Business Details
Award-Winning Architectural Design & Planning Services
LPS Architecture is a family-run, award-winning architectural design and planning consultancy with over 35 years of experience. We specialise in residential projects including home extensions, new builds, conversions, and change-of-use developments, completing more than 200 projects annually across London and the Southeast of England. Our transparent fixed-price fee structure ensures no hidden costs, with all charges clearly displayed on our website and discussed during complimentary consultations. We pride ourselves on delivering value through honest communication, punctuality, and a tailored approach to each project's unique requirements.Our team's expertise in navigating planning permissions and building regulations, combined with a 25-year partnership with Local Authority Building Control, has earned us the LABC Award for Best Partnership with a Local Authority. We maintain a client-centric philosophy, prioritising clear communication and feasibility transparency while supporting UK charities through our work.
Services
Annexe Conversion
New Build
Single Story Extension
Loft Conversion
Two Story Extension
Garage Conversion
Change of Use
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of experience in residential architectural design.
- Our fixed-price services ensure complete cost transparency.
- Family-run business providing personalised client communication.
- Completed over 200 projects annually across London and the Southeast.
- Recipient of the LABC Award for Best Partnership with Local Authority.
Associations and certifications
- LABC Award for Best Partnership with a Local Authority
Services
Loft Conversion
Transform underutilised loft spaces into functional living areas with our expert design and planning services. We handle all regulatory requirements while maximising space efficiency. Our tailored solutions ensure structural integrity and compliance with building regulations.
New Build
Create bespoke residential properties from concept to completion. Our full-service approach covers design, planning permissions, and building regulations compliance. We specialise in modern architectural styles that integrate with local environments.
Single Story Extension
Expand living spaces with functional single-storey additions. We optimise layouts for natural light and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Our fixed-price packages include all planning and construction phases.
Change of Use
Navigate complex planning requirements for repurposing buildings. We secure necessary approvals for commercial-to-residential conversions and vice versa. Our expertise ensures compliance with local authority policies.
3D Laser Surveys
Capture precise property measurements using advanced laser technology. These digital models form the basis for accurate design proposals. The data supports virtual reality visualisations for client review.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in home extensions, new builds, loft conversions, annexe creation, and change-of-use projects across London and the Southeast.
How do your fixed-price fees work?
All costs are transparently displayed online with no hidden charges. Fees include planning applications, design work, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can you help with planning permission applications?
Yes, we manage full planning permission applications including permitted development schemes and appeals against refusal decisions.
Do you offer virtual reality design visualisations?
We provide optional VR experiences to explore 3D designs, with pricing tailored to project complexity and required views.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across London, Essex, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Surrey, and Kent with dedicated regional contact teams.
Reviews (4)
Jay Quinton
Sep 07, 2021
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Such a fantastic experience with LPS we secured planning permission quicker then anticipated and building regulations approval soon after, they guide you through the process and take all the weight off you. We couldn't be happier, their knowledge, and design capabilities were exemplar. We have recommended LPS to a number of friends and family.
Charlotte Jamme
Aug 10, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Amazing from start to finish, and we have got the house of our dreams!!
Amazing from start to finish, and we have got the house of our dreams!!
Emma Smith
Jul 31, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Fantastic team, amazing experience from start to finish, nothing was ever to much hassle, they worked efficiently to get us the planning permission we needed and came up with some amazing design ideas. Great value for money, wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Fantastic team, amazing experience from start to finish, nothing was ever to much hassle, they worked efficiently to get us the planning permission we needed and came up with some amazing design ideas. Great value for money, wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
James Odoherty
Jul 14, 2020
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Great experience, the whole team have such a vast amount of knowledge an expertise, from start to finish their service was amazing, nothing was ever to much. So impressed I have passed them to a number of friends and family.
