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Architectural Services
The first stage is for us to meet and discuss your scheme, your wishes and practical requirements, as well as the budget and time constraints. Town planning, the rights of adjoining owners and the building regulations are matters that also need early consideration. Once appointed as your architect, the design brief is written, defining all aspects of the project that you consider essential, and then initial sketch designs are prepared. A measured survey of the building or the site will usually be required.
Using the survey information, we prepare the initial sketches and develop the design with you. In certain cases, we may recommend seeking specific guidance from the planning authorities. Outline cost estimates can also be prepared at this stage.
Using the survey information, we prepare the initial sketches and develop the design with you. In certain cases, we may recommend seeking specific guidance from the planning authorities. Outline cost estimates can also be prepared at this stage.
To obtain a general estimate of costs from a builder, the building regulation drawings are usually sufficient when the work is relatively minor, such as for a small house extension. For more accurate prices and for larger schemes, we recommend the project is tendered to several builders. Each will be asked to prepare independent and detailed costs for the work. In most instances, we will assemble the additional information required for the tender package, such as detailed drawings, a specification and a schedule of works. When the tenders are returned to us, we will compare them and provide you with an analysis of the tender results.
Depending on the size of the project, you may choose to deal directly with the builder or you may prefer to continue using an architect to manage the project throughout the construction stage.
An architect is qualified to give advice on the choice of contract to appoint the builder. The architect can also make visits to the site to monitor progress and inspect the work, as well as deal with the various questions that arise during construction. As the work proceeds, the architect can if required, certify payments based on the value of work that has been completed.
When the work on site is coming to a close, the architect will determine when the job is finished to an acceptable standard and thus define the period during which the builder remains responsible for remedying any defects that may arise. With all the construction work completed and with all financial accounts settled the architect is qualified to issue a final certificate to terminate the contract between you and your builder.
An architect is qualified to give advice on the choice of contract to appoint the builder. The architect can also make visits to the site to monitor progress and inspect the work, as well as deal with the various questions that arise during construction. As the work proceeds, the architect can if required, certify payments based on the value of work that has been completed.
When the work on site is coming to a close, the architect will determine when the job is finished to an acceptable standard and thus define the period during which the builder remains responsible for remedying any defects that may arise. With all the construction work completed and with all financial accounts settled the architect is qualified to issue a final certificate to terminate the contract between you and your builder.
The sketch proposals are now developed to obtain drawings that contain more detail. When you are happy with the design, these drawings are finalized to form the basis of the application for planning permission. Depending on the size, location and nature of the development, various specialists’ reports may also be required by the local authority in support of the application.
It is recommended that all significant changes to the design are completed prior to making the planning application, otherwise the drawings may need to be resubmitted. Local authorities are expected to reach a decision within eight weeks but they can ask for this period to be extended in various circumstances. Once granted, the planning permission is valid for three years.
It is recommended that all significant changes to the design are completed prior to making the planning application, otherwise the drawings may need to be resubmitted. Local authorities are expected to reach a decision within eight weeks but they can ask for this period to be extended in various circumstances. Once granted, the planning permission is valid for three years.
Drawings showing how your project will comply with the Building Regulations are also a requirement for all but the smallest projects. These
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must be submitted for approval, either by the local authority or other approving body. Frequently a structural engineer will need to be appointed and we can recommend several if required.