ABOUT
We offer full architectural services right here in Bromley. This means that we can help you in every phase of your project. From strategic definition to closeout. From Alpha to Omega. We have gained experience working on multiple, varied projects from multi-million pound projects to single properties, so no matter the scale of the project we have the technical skills to assist.
PROJECTS
DETACHED EXTENSIONS AND RENOVATION
SEMI-DETACHED NEW BUILD - ONLY FRONT FACADE KEPT
6 HOUSES - 8 APARTMENTS
2 HOUSES - 7 APARTMENTS
END OF TERRACE EXTENSIONS
DETACHED BUNGALOW EXTENSION
Personal employment as Site Architect for MAA and Design Manager for Higgins
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WHY USE AN ARCHITECT
An architect can help keep a project on time:
We have experience in managing consultants, contractors and lead contractors at every stage of the building process. We do this by planning deliverables dates, reviewing specifications, drawings and schedules from a technical perspective as well as holding workshops to ensure that your consultants and subcontractors are submitting timely, accurate and compliant information. Additionally we produce reports to give you a summary of the key activities at a regular cadence to alert you to priorities, issues and also to put your mind at ease that your project is in safe hands
An architect can help reduce costs
We represent your interests to the builders and local authorities and work hard to keep projects within budget. We can also advise you on materials and contractors to help you lower costs.
An architect can add value to the project
We do this by understanding your business and the goal of your project. We listen carefully to your needs and ask the right questions to help you nail the design and layout. We want to build solutions and processes to make your project the biggest success it can be. The earlier you engage us on a project the more we can help but we are more than happy to come in at any stage to add our expertise and experience to enhance your team or manage your investment
Still unsure?
You might not have worked with an architect before, or perhaps not recently, and so may be uncomfortable around the costs and type of services we provide. Please give us a call to discuss your project vision and we can cover off our fees and other likely costs as well. Ask as many questions as you need to feel confident you’ve chosen the right partner! We also have a services page to give you a brief overview on the kinds of impact we can have and where we can provide the most value.
HOW WE WORK
Whether or not you choose to partner with an architect for your project, it’s often helpful to keep in mind that building projects tend to follow a (more or less) formulaic process as it can help you keep track of the key milestones to ensure a smooth project. The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is a global professional membership body that drives excellence in the field of architecture and they have outlined all of the various stages of a project. They have identified 8 separate stages in the lifecycle of a project. When we say we are a “full service” architectural firm, we mean that we can advise, manage, assist and tailor our services to fit your specific needs and ideas, in any and all of the below stages:
• Stage 0 - Strategic definition
• Key step: assemble the project team and ensure responsibilities, team structure and roles are clear!
• Stage 1 - Preparation and brief
• Stage 2 - Concept Design
• Stage 3 - Developed Design
• Key Step: In most cases the final cost information is available at the end of this stage
• Stage 4 - Technical Design
• Key Step: Often the contractors and subcontractors are selected at this point.
• Stage 5 - Construction
• Stage 6 - Handover and closeout
• Stage 7 - In use.
These tend to be grouped together in 3 further categories for simplification. Stages 0-3 are what we call the Concept and Design stage. Stage 4 is key and stands alone. This is the Technical Design & Tendering stage. Stage 5-7 is the Construction and Conclusion stage. In our services page we’ve broken down our services by these stages so that you can more easily see where and how we can help ensure a smooth build.
As you can see there are a lot of stages and each stage comes with its own tasks and milestones. Usually we prefer to be engaged at the very beginning of a project and manage it throughout its lifecycle. This puts time back in your hands, allowing you to focus all your efforts on your other businesses and investments while giving you complete assurance in the safety of this project. That being said, we do offer partial services, particularly for larger schemes, to enhance your current project team or complement your existing skillset. Call us today to see how we can help you
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