There are lots of things that go into making a good architect. A proficient, highly skilled architect is innovative and curious about the world around them. They use creative thinking to open up new ideas and form ingenious new ways of seeing a space. They will tend to have an eye for detail and know what it takes to create an inspiring, light-filled space that connects with the client.
Sometimes we may need to submit a pre-application to the council before entering a full planning application for your project. A pre-application serves as a way of obtaining informal feedback from the council about the feasibility of your proposed development. It’s a useful step before committing to the expense and time required for a full application. Submitting a pre-application can help both you and your architect identify any potential issues early on, verify local requirements, and address problems before proceeding further.
We will often visit a client’s property before being appointed on a project. When you first contact us, we will do a thorough fact find of the project and will request information you may have such as plans of the property (Estate Agent drawings are usually enough at this stage) or previous history. We will do some further research like looking on planning portals.
We understand that designing a house for a neurodivergent family requires careful consideration and planning. Neurodiverse individuals often have different sensory, cognitive, and social needs that may not be met by a typical layout or design. As an architect or designer, it is crucial for us to understand the specific needs of the family and tailor the design to accommodate their requirements. Here are some questions we might want to ask ourselves before designing a house for a neurodivergent family.
Renovating a home to Enerphit standards is a challenging but rewarding endeavour that calls for meticulous planning, architectural expertise, and a keen eye for detail. As architects specialising in Enerphit standards, we are well-equipped to help our clients transform their living spaces into comfortable, energy-efficient, and healthy homes. In this article, we delve into the essence of Enerphit standards, why they matter, and how we facilitate our clients in meeting these criteria.
Yes, here in the UK, architects need to carry professional indemnity insurance, which is designed to protect them and their clients in case things go wrong. This insurance provides coverage for legal costs, damages, and other expenses that may arise in the event of a claim against the architect.
It can be hard to know what planning permission you need when you make changes to your home. It is usually the responsibility of the person who owns the plot of land or property to make sure any building work complies with planning rules and building regulations. It is the architect’s job to help navigate you through that process and develop a successful scheme that will see the light of day.
It can be hard to know whether to hire an architect or engineer, or indeed both for your project. Both architects and engineers have their own role to play in the design and construction process, and often it will depend on the scope of work and the complexity of the scheme.
No, an architect wouldn’t typically carry out the building work themselves. An architect conceives new spaces, but it is contractors or construction firms that make them...