Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Cornwall
AGS Architectural Services has been delivering architectural expertise for over three decades, combining deep industry knowledge with a commitment to sustainable design. Our father-and-son team, Andrew and Simon Soady, brings together extensive surveying experience and contemporary architectural innovation to address diverse projects ranging from residential extensions to large-scale commercial developments. Specialising in passive environmental design, BREEAM assessments, and Code for Sustainable Homes compliance, we prioritise client needs while maintaining a strong focus on reducing environmental impact.Our work within UNESCO World Heritage Sites demonstrates our sensitivity to historical contexts, and our partnerships with LABC ensure streamlined building regulation processes. With a portfolio spanning new housing, barn conversions, and healthcare facilities, we provide tailored solutions that balance functionality, cost-efficiency, and aesthetic value.
Services
Surveying and Planning
Building Regulations
Conservation
Sustainable Design
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined architectural experience
- Our father-and-son team combines traditional expertise with modern innovation
- Specialists in BREEAM and Code for Sustainable Homes compliance
- Established partnerships with LABC for efficient building regulation processes
- Proven track record in UNESCO World Heritage Site conservation projects
Services
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design service integrates passive environmental principles to create energy-efficient buildings. We specialise in BREEAM assessments and Code for Sustainable Homes compliance, helping clients reduce utility costs while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our Passivhaus-trained team delivers solutions that balance environmental responsibility with practical functionality.
Building Regulations
We streamline building regulation processes through our partnership with LABC. Our service includes pre-submission discussions, single-point contact coordination, and expert guidance to minimise construction delays. This ensures all projects meet current standards while maintaining design integrity and client requirements.
Conservation
Specialising in UNESCO World Heritage Site projects, we preserve historical buildings while implementing modern improvements. Our conservation work covers listed structures from chapels to barns, focusing on protecting architectural heritage while enhancing usability for contemporary needs through sensitive design approaches.
Surveying and Planning
We conduct topographical surveys and develop planning schemes to maximise development potential. Our service includes strategic design proposals to secure planning permissions, addressing site-specific challenges while optimising opportunities for residential and commercial projects.
Project Management
We oversee projects from concept to completion, coordinating with consultants including structural engineers and ecological surveyors. Our client-centred approach ensures seamless execution of residential, commercial, and healthcare developments while maintaining budgetary control and quality standards.
People
Andrew Soady
Senior Architect
With extensive surveying experience, Andrew provides expert guidance on planning and site analysis. His career spans over three decades of architectural practice, focusing on practical solutions for complex development challenges.
Simon Soady
Architect
Graduated from Plymouth University's School of Architecture, Simon brings contemporary design expertise and digital innovation to the practice. Specialises in sustainable building technologies and modern construction methodologies.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in sustainable design, building regulations compliance, conservation projects, and comprehensive project management for residential and commercial developments.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience with listed buildings including churches, chapels, and barns, particularly within UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
How do you handle planning permissions?
We conduct detailed topographical surveys and create strategic planning schemes to maximise approval chances while addressing site-specific requirements.
Can you help with building regulation compliance?
Our LABC partnership enables streamlined building regulation processes with expert guidance and single-point contact coordination.
Do you offer sustainable design solutions?
Yes, we specialise in BREEAM assessments, Code for Sustainable Homes compliance, and Passivhaus design principles to create energy-efficient buildings.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Cornwall, we serve projects across the South West region including residential, commercial, and heritage developments.
