Process

A clear route from first conversation to planning, technical information and site support. Understand the site properly, make the right move early, then carry it through without losing the thread or the design intent.

1. First conversation

The process starts with a conversation about the property, the brief, the likely scale of the work and the key priorities for the project. This helps establish whether the proposal is straightforward, planning-sensitive, technically demanding or likely to benefit from early consultant input.

2. Feasibility and strategy

The site is reviewed in context, including planning history where relevant, so that the real parameters of the project are understood early. Initial advice is then given on likely options, planning constraints, programme and the most sensible route forward.

3. Design development

The preferred direction is developed into a clear architectural proposal, with attention to layout, use, levels, light, proportion, appearance and how the building will actually work in day-to-day life.

4. Planning and coordination

Where planning permission is required, the scheme is refined and prepared for submission. This may include pre-application advice, coordination with planning consultants or other specialists, and submission of the full application package.

5. Technical information

Once the project is approved, or where approval is not required, the design is developed into technical information suitable for Building Regulations, pricing and construction. This can include consultant coordination, schedules and construction-level decision-making.

6. Tender and site support

The practice can assist with contractor pricing, responses to queries, on-site decisions and construction-stage support, helping maintain continuity between the approved design and the finished building.

How the process connects to delivery

Each stage is intended to reduce risk, improve decisions and keep the project moving in a controlled way.

Services

See the full range from feasibility and planning through Building Regulations information and site support.

Start with a conversation

Most projects benefit from an early read on scope, planning risk, budget alignment and the sensible route forward.