Business Details
50 Years
experience
Trusted Architects and Town Planning Consultants in Colchester
Based in Colchester, Essex, A D P is a multidisciplinary consultancy offering integrated architecture, urban design, and town planning services. Established in 1976, we combine architectural expertise with strategic planning to deliver sustainable developments tailored to client needs. Our team specialises in residential and commercial projects, planning appeals, and green belt developments, with a focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. We have secured planning consent for diverse projects, including listed buildings, rural developments, and urban extensions. Our ethos prioritises good design as a catalyst for social, economic, and environmental benefits.With over four decades of experience, we serve clients ranging from individual homeowners to major developers across Essex, Suffolk, Kent, and London. Our collaborative approach ensures alignment between planning strategy and architectural design from project inception. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, context-sensitive solutions that enhance community well-being and property value. Our expertise extends to technical design, building regulations, and public consultation processes. As a chartered practice, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering innovation in sustainable development.
Services
Architectural Design
Town Planning
Urban Design
Planning Appeals
Building Regulations
Residential Development
Green Belt Consultancy
Public Consultation
Technical Design
Land Promotion
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of combined experience in architecture and town planning.
- Our integrated approach aligns planning strategy with architectural design from project inception.
- We specialise in complex planning applications, including green belt and listed building projects.
- Our team includes chartered members of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
- We deliver context-sensitive solutions tailored to local authority requirements and community needs.
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates bespoke residential and commercial developments tailored to client needs. We specialise in new homes, conversions, extensions, and large-scale housing schemes. Our approach combines creative vision with technical expertise to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that comply with planning regulations.
Town Planning
We provide strategic town planning advice for residential and commercial developments. Our services include planning applications, appeals, feasibility assessments, and public consultation. Our chartered planners navigate complex planning processes to secure permissions for projects in sensitive areas like green belts and conservation zones.
Planning Appeals
When planning permission is refused, we prepare robust appeals for submission to the Planning Inspectorate. Our team uses planning precedents and case law to construct persuasive arguments. We manage the entire appeal process, from evidence gathering to negotiation with local authorities, maximising chances of success.
Urban Design
Our urban design service focuses on creating cohesive, sustainable communities. We develop masterplans for residential and mixed-use developments, balancing architectural aesthetics with infrastructure needs. Our designs enhance public spaces, improve connectivity, and ensure long-term adaptability of urban environments.
Building Regulations
We guide projects through building regulations approval to ensure compliance with safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency standards. Our technical design team prepares detailed documentation for submissions, coordinates with contractors, and provides ongoing support from concept to construction completion.
People
David Rose
Director
David Rose is a director at A D P with extensive experience in architectural design and urban regeneration. He specialises in transforming complex sites into sustainable developments while maintaining a strong focus on community impact and design excellence.
Stephen Sanderson
Director
Stephen Sanderson co-leads A D P's architectural team, bringing decades of expertise in residential and commercial projects. His work emphasises innovative design solutions that balance client aspirations with regulatory requirements across diverse planning contexts.
Andrew Ransome
Planning Director
Andrew Ransome is a chartered town planner with over 20 years' experience securing planning consents for challenging projects. As Planning Director, he specialises in green belt developments, planning appeals, and strategic land promotion across the South East.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including new homes, conversions, extensions, commercial developments, and listed building projects across Essex and the South East.
Can you help with planning permission in the green belt?
Yes, our chartered planners have extensive experience securing planning permissions for green belt developments, including residential schemes and rural exceptions.
How long have you been in business?
A D P has operated as an architectural and planning consultancy since 1976, with our current leadership team having over 60 years of combined experience.
Do you work outside Essex?
While based in Colchester, we operate nationwide with particular expertise in Suffolk, Kent, London, and Sussex planning authorities.
What planning application types do you handle?
We manage all planning application types including full permissions, prior approvals, certificates of lawfulness, and appeals for residential and commercial developments.
Can you assist with building regulations compliance?
Yes, our technical design team prepares building regulations submissions and provides ongoing support to ensure compliance throughout the construction process.
