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From technological advancements to reducing negative environmental impact, contemporary architecture must focus on more than how a building looks. As a result, this field is currently undergoing an exciting era of innovation where both form and function are being redefined.

Is a basement conversion worth it… financially?

Opting for a basement conversion is a strategic approach to utilise the untapped space beneath your property, thereby increasing its utilisation and market value. While you might initially question the financial wisdom of such an undertaking, existing data generally underscores its value. Typically, such a project not only enhances the monetary value of your home but also substantially elevates your quality of living.

The exact timeframe depends on the nature and size of the project. For a typical complete house refurbishment and extension project, during the technical design stage, we believe it should be possible to complete the detailed design (Stage 4A) in 3–4 months.

The more defined the design is before the works start this will allow you:

It is always possible to proceed with the technical design while the planning application is being assessed by the council. The importance of a solid technical design cannot be overstated. We will evaluate and advise you on the risk of the proposed design in terms of the likelihood of planning approval. Often, it makes sense to begin developing the technical design drawing packages when most of the works proposed in the planning application are considered low risk. If there’s a need to redesign elements of the proposal to accommodate council-requested changes, there will be a small amount of abortive work and additional fees.

Every project involves interior design services such as choosing and specifying the finishes, light fittings, sanitary ware, furniture layouts, designing pieces of joinery, and obtaining quotes. Additionally, as part of our interior design services, we will need to collate the information and produce the sanitary drawings, electrical drawings, and joinery drawings.

We can offer revisions to your design within reason. The number of revisions an architect will produce for a project can vary depending on a number of things, including the complexity of the project, the scope of work, budget, and timescale. However, typically, architects will provide two to three rounds of revisions for their design plans.

A measured survey is a detailed analysis of a building or site, which records accurate measurements of the existing conditions and features of the property. This measured survey can include floor plans, elevations, sections, and other relevant details such as the location of doors, windows, and structural elements.

The architecture profession is constantly innovating and coming up with new creative ideas and ways of working. We have access to a wide range of tools and technical software that weren’t even possible ten years ago. We can now push the boundaries of design, step into spaces in 3D, and help a client better visualize their project before committing and beginning work.