Questions About Working With an Architect

I provide design services in Derby, Nottingham, and Lichfield for loft conversions, house renovations, and extensions. At the concept stage, the design process usually takes 2–6 weeks using an Extended Ideas approach. If planning permission is needed, I allow an additional 10–14 weeks, with building regulations drawings typically taking a further 6–10 weeks. These timeframes suit straightforward projects with minimal consultant involvement, though exact timings can vary depending on workload.

Yes, as an architect, I can manage an extension project. For projects in Derby, Nottingham and Lichfield, I usually oversee the design phase up to builder selection, helping with legal requirements and planning permissions. This gives homeowners planning extensions, loft conversions, or renovations a smoother, more organised, and far less stressful experience before construction begins.

Yes, as an architect, I manage planning permission for house extensions, loft conversions, and new homes. I handle the entire process using my knowledge of local planning policies and work with councils in Derby, Nottingham, and Lichfield to submit clear, well-prepared applications and maximise approval chances.

Technically, you can start building with just a location plan in some cases, but I strongly don’t recommend it, as it carriesa high risk and could easily be illegal.

For planning applications, I typically provide 3D visuals, 3D plans, and scaled existing and proposed drawings, plus OS and block plans. For projects in Derby, Nottingham and Lichfield, I also produce detailed building regulations drawings and sections to ensure compliance.