Business Details
Expert Architectural Services in York
We are a small independent architectural firm dedicated to designing unique and beautiful buildings. Our approach prioritises client collaboration, ensuring your vision remains central to every project. With expertise in both residential and commercial sectors, we handle everything from initial concept to planning approval and construction drawings. Our experience in York and surrounding areas spans diverse projects, including new builds, extensions, and heritage conversions. We pride ourselves on demystifying the planning process, offering clear guidance to meet legal standards while delivering innovative designs.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our portfolio of successful projects and the trust placed in us by clients across Yorkshire. From measured surveys to structural engineering support, we provide a comprehensive service tailored to individual needs. Our team's responsiveness and attention to detail ensure a smooth journey from idea to completed build, as evidenced by our clients' testimonials praising our professionalism and problem-solving skills.
Services
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Structural Engineering
Construction Drawings
Measured Surveys
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years' experience in York's property market
- Our team handles complex planning applications successfully
- We provide full-service architectural support from concept to completion
- Our clients praise our responsive communication and problem-solving
- We specialise in blending modern design with heritage buildings
What people say
Excellent service
Prompt and thorough
Highly recommend
First-class service
Outstanding value
Services
Planning Applications
We prepare and submit comprehensive planning applications ensuring compliance with local regulations. Our expertise secures approvals for extensions, new builds, and commercial developments. Clients benefit from our proven track record with York City Council and surrounding authorities.
Building Regulations
Our detailed building regulation drawings meet all legal standards. We handle structural calculations and coordinate with approved inspectors to guarantee code compliance for residential and commercial projects across Yorkshire.
Structural Engineering
We provide integrated structural engineering services including calculations and drawings. Our chartered engineers ensure project viability while maintaining design integrity for both domestic and commercial developments.
Construction Drawings
Detailed construction drawings guide builders through every phase. We create precise blueprints for extensions, conversions, and new builds, ensuring accurate implementation of approved designs.
Measured Surveys
We conduct accurate measured surveys for existing properties. These form the foundation for extensions, renovations, or commercial conversions, ensuring precise design integration with current structures.
People
John Dougal
Architectural Designer
Chartered Architectural Designer with 15+ years' experience in York. Specialises in residential extensions and commercial conversions. Manages projects from concept to completion while maintaining close client collaboration.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including planning applications, building regulations, structural engineering, construction drawings, and measured surveys for residential and commercial projects.
Which areas do you cover?
We primarily serve York and surrounding areas including Wetherby, Leeds, and Dunnington, with experience in both urban and rural development projects.
How do you handle planning applications?
We manage the complete planning process, from initial designs to submission, ensuring compliance with local regulations and maximising approval chances.
What's your project timeline?
Typical projects take 8-12 weeks from initial consultation to approved plans, depending on complexity and local authority response times.
Can you work with listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in heritage projects and have successfully completed multiple conversions and extensions for protected properties in York.
