Architects fees are now rarely in excess of 1-2% of the total cost of constructing, fitting out, & the operation of the building. By investing at the design stage, you are ensuring the best solution for your needs and brief is explored rather than a standardised  layout is replicated.

By seeking good design & advice, you will enhance the future value of your home, while enjoying the benifits currently.

The diligent management of the design and construction process, will usually save you the equivalent amount in fees through the proper detailing and understanding of the building and its complexities at an early stage.

Genrally we break down the building process into the following  5 work stages:

Free Initial Consultation
Stage 1 - Schematic Design
Stage 2 - Developed Design & Planning Permission
Stage 3 - Tender Process
Stage 4 - Construction Stage

Free Initial Consultation

We will gladly meet you to discuss what you propose to do; and advise in outline how best to proceed, whereupon we can give a quote depending on your requirements.

At  Stage 1 we will explore various design options until you are satisfied to develop one option in further detail. This work is presented mostly in sketch drawings and in 3D drawings for a clear understanding of the concepts

At Stage 2 we develop your preferred option to the level of detail required to apply for planning permission and, if required, we lodge the application

At Stage 3 we are proceeding to construction stage and this involves the preparation of  a tender for pricing or a set of instructions for a perferred builder for  use in the construction of the works This Is in the form of a detailed set of construction drawings and a writton specification. Good thorough documentation at this stage ensures accurate pricing

At Stage 4 we will advise you on the returnod tenders and administer the building contract between you and your builder.  We will agree a programme of site visits at regular intervals to insure the works are carried out satisfactorily as per  construction drawings.

We can issue certifications of payments, and opinions of compliance at completion.