Excela Architecture London

There are many factors that will affect whether or not you need to apply for planning permission or affect your chances of gaining planning approval.

- Your Neighbours:
Advising neighbours prior to the planning application, as they are likely to be concerned about the proposal and the work it will entail, changes which may affect directly and indirectly to their property and standard of living.

- Design:
There is no right and wrong in design. Nevertheless, a well-designed building or extension is likely to be much more attractive to you and to your neighbours. More attractiveness, the higher the value of your property.

- Nature and Wildlife:
The proposal may have an effect on the local surroundings and wildlife. This factor will be studied and considered by your local council.

- Trees:
Trees protected by tree preservation orders mean that planning permission is a must. We can help you check if your tree has a preservation order with a quick phone call.

- Conservation Area:
Full planning permission if any external amendments are required. There are many types of different Conservation orders, knowing these orders will help you win the application or the appeal process.

- Listed Building:
Full planning permission if any external amendments are required. There are different grades of listed buildings. Usually with thoughtful designs, the obstacles of listed buildings can be overcome.

Aside from the part that we provide expert basement conversion/extension drawings, where you can rest assured that you will receive fully compressive drawings to planning application standards. We also provide the next step of a planning service – the construction of the proposal:

* We provide special bespoke price packages if you want us to ‘design and build’ your proposal
* Basement planning and build specialists
* Architectural Drawings and Interior design specialist
* Friendly in-house team that can deal with any planning inquiry, instead of being passed around to different companies, with us all your queries will be handled in one place.
* Landscape design and planning
* High-quality 3d Visualisations to get a realistic render of the proposed design.

A loft conversion can be a fantastic way to add extra living space to your home without the need for an external extension. Here are some key points to consider if you’re thinking about converting your loft:

Suitability:
Check if your loft is suitable for conversion. Important factors include available head height, roof pitch, and roof structure.

Planning Permission:
In many cases, loft conversions fall under permitted development rights, but it’s always best to check with your local planning authority.

Building Regulations:
Your conversion will need to comply with building regulations, which cover aspects like fire safety, insulation, and structural integrity.

Types of Conversions:
There are different types of loft conversions, such as Velux, Dormer, Hip-to-Gable, and Mansard, each with varying costs and structural requirements.

Cost:
The cost of a loft conversion varies depending on the type and complexity. On average, a loft conversion in the UK can cost around £50,000.

Design:
Consider how you want to use the space. Whether it’s for an extra bedroom, home office, or playroom, the design should meet your needs and complement the existing house style.

Professional Help:
Hiring an architect or a specialist loft conversion company can help ensure the project runs smoothly and meets all necessary requirements.