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Our detailed guide & accompanying downloads gives you the tools to take control of your project. We can also offer cost effective drawing services and technical help, as and when needed to get you through the design process.
How it Works:
How it Works:
1 - Access the guide and accompanying Project Plan, which are based on the tried and tested process we have used for multiple projects in our 30+ years of practicing as Architects.
1 - Access the guide and accompanying Project Plan, which are based on the tried and tested process we have used for multiple projects in our 30+ years of practicing as Architects.
2 - Work through the guide step-by-step in the same way we would to ensure nothing is missed and you have full control over your project.
2 - Work through the guide step-by-step in the same way we would to ensure nothing is missed and you have full control over your project.
3 - We have indicated the points where we think you should seek professional help and quotes for this work can be sort via this site (see below).
3 - We have indicated the points where we think you should seek professional help and quotes for this work can be sort via this site (see below).
The Benefits
The Benefits
- A step-by-step guide to planning and managing your own house extension project
- Save time, avoid costly mistakes and stay in control
- Includes checklists, planning tools and real world advice
- Designed for UK homeowners managing their own build.
- Enables you to get fully involved and save money
How We Can Help
How We Can Help
Our outsourcing service can be used to get help with all aspects of design, production of information and even submission of applications. It can be used as and when needed - to plug gaps in your resources, increase capacity for larger projects, or to bring-in expertise for certain tasks. Whether it is a single task, a package of work, or a complete project, we can tailor a solution to meet your needs, we can even provide a complete 'back-office' solution if you want to take all drawing production off your hands.
1 Surveys / as existing drawings
1 Surveys / as existing drawings
Smaller domestic or interior projects don't always warrant the cost of a full professional measured building survey and it is come practice to do this yourself with a hand-held laser. This can be time-consuming, particularly if the project is not that near to you it can involve a lot of wasted travel time. We have many freelancers who have stated they can do this work, including a couple who specifically specialise in this and nothing else. Handing-over this repetitive and time-consuming activity really helps free-up your time to focus on the 'value-add' activities instead.
2 Planning/Design Drawings
2 Planning/Design Drawings
We can help produce the designs and drawings necessary for the 'planning' stage applications- either based on your sketch designs... or if you want, we can even do this for you. With the owners extensive experience (30+ years) he is able to ensure the drawings meet the necessary criteria and give you and your client the best possible chance of a successful outcome.
3 Building Regs / Technical Drawings
3 Building Regs / Technical Drawings
With a range of architects, assistants and technicians, we have a team ready and able to tackle even the most complex of technical drawing packages. For smaller domestic projects this will generally be relatively simple, General Arrangement Plans, Sections & Elevations but we can also produce full tender and construction packages if required.
4 Schedules & Specifications
4 Schedules & Specifications
As part of the detailed drawing package we can also prepare schedules and specifications to assist in the tendering and construction process.
5 Reports (DAS/Planning Statements etc.)
5 Reports (DAS/Planning Statements etc.)
We can undertake initial planning research into past applications and relevant policies and then prepare planning statements or design and access statements to support the relevant applications. We have a planning consultant on board who can assist with policy research in particular and we can offer guidance on the best approach in order to achieve maximum returns for your clients.
6 3D Visuals
6 3D Visuals
Many of our freelancers can produce 3D visuals, using a variety of softwares and these could be used as a design tool, to assit with planning applications or final sales and presentations.
7 Conservation / Heritage
7 Conservation / Heritage
For applications and work in relation to historic buildings (listed or in Conservation Areas), we can help in the preparation of heritage assessments, recording historic building features and advising on suitable alterations that will be acceptable to the local authorities. We can also prepare large scale details where listed building consent conditions may dictate.
8 Admin
8 Admin
Setting up a new practice?
We can act as your consultants and advise on:
IT systems & management
Drawing management, software, naming, numbering, layer systems etc
Fee proposals, contracts, invoicing
PI and other compliance
Quality control systems, time management, CRM etc.
The founder has set-up a number of companies and has all the information and documentation required to hit the ground running, saving you an awful lot of wasted time.
Starting a New Practice?
Starting a New Practice?
If you are setting up a new practice and have limited experience, we can help you to get started straight away.
If you are setting up a new practice and have limited experience, we can help you to get started straight away.
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