Business Details
Your Trusted Architects in Lochwinnoch
Based in Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire, C H G Architecture is a creative practice dedicated to delivering tailored architectural solutions for domestic and commercial projects. With decades of combined experience, our directors have worked on high-end residential developments and large-scale public sector projects, cultivating expertise in design, project management, and regulatory compliance. We prioritise client collaboration, using 3D modelling to visualise schemes and ensure alignment with aesthetic and functional goals. Our approach integrates sensitivity to environmental context with practical considerations of budget and timeline. We maintain strong relationships with contractors and local authorities to streamline processes from initial consultation to project completion.Our portfolio spans extensions, conversions, new builds, and community developments, reflecting our adaptability to diverse challenges. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to transform visions into award-winning spaces. We offer transparent fee structures, including itemised quotations for architectural services and council applications. Our teams international experience informs innovative solutions that balance creativity with technical precision. This commitment to excellence has established us as trusted advisors in both rural and urban contexts.
Services
Architectural Design
Project Management
Planning Permissions
Building Warrants
3D Visualisation
Highlights and features
- We offer 14+ years of experience in residential and public sector architecture.
- Our team includes directors with expertise in large-scale education developments.
- We provide transparent fee structures with itemised architectural and council costs.
- Our process includes 3D modelling to visualise design proposals accurately.
- We maintain strong relationships with local authorities for efficient planning submissions.
What people say
Highly recommend their services
Professional and knowledgeable
Creative solutions for domestic projects
Excellent concept development
Responsive and patient communication
Services
Architectural Design
We create tailored architectural designs for residential and commercial projects, focusing on client needs and environmental integration. Our process includes 3D visualisation to refine concepts and ensure alignment with aesthetic and functional goals. With expertise in new builds, extensions, and conversions, we deliver solutions that balance creativity with technical precision.
Project Management
Our project management covers all stages from initial surveys to construction completion. We coordinate with contractors and local authorities, ensuring compliance with regulations and adherence to timelines. This includes preparing tender packages, managing building contracts, and facilitating communication between stakeholders to guarantee smooth project delivery.
Planning Permissions
We handle planning permission submissions and negotiations with local authorities. This includes determining if developments qualify as permitted projects or require formal applications. Our team prepares detailed drawings and documentation, addresses planning officer concerns, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements to secure timely approvals.
Building Warrants
We prepare building warrant applications detailing construction methods, materials, and compliance with government regulations. Our services include electrical layouts, insulation calculations, and coordination with engineers for structural certifications. We manage the submission process and address council feedback to ensure projects meet all legal standards.
3D Visualisation
We utilise 3D modelling to help clients visualise proposed schemes during the design phase. This technology enables real-time adjustments and clearer understanding of spatial relationships. By integrating client feedback into digital models, we ensure the final designs align with expectations while maintaining technical feasibility and budget constraints.
People
Marcelo Dominguez
Director
With over 14 years in architecture, Marcelo has managed high-end residential and large-scale education projects. His expertise spans design, project management, and regulatory compliance, ensuring client visions translate into award-winning spaces.
Kate Dominguez
Director
A qualified Interior Designer and Architectural Assistant, Kate brings experience from Scotland and Buenos Aires. She specialises in collaborative design solutions for commercial and domestic clients, focusing on functional and aesthetic excellence.
Tania Malis
Architectural Assistant
Tania graduated in Uruguay and holds a Masters in Business Design from Italy. Her international experience includes project management roles in medium and small practices, supporting diverse domestic projects since joining CH+G in 2019.
Questions
What types of projects do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential extensions, conversions, new builds, and commercial developments, adapting our approach to each project's unique requirements.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We use 3D visualisation tools and collaborative workshops to ensure client input shapes every design decision, from initial concepts to final details.
Can you assist with planning permission applications?
Yes, we manage full planning submissions, including determining if projects qualify as permitted developments or require formal council approval.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Lochwinnoch and surrounding areas in Renfrewshire, with experience working across Scotland on diverse architectural projects.
How are your fees structured?
Fees are itemised in transparent quotations covering architectural services, council applications, and consultant costs tailored to project scope.
