Architectural Design

Our Architectural Design service ranges from the initial survey and measure of properties to form an accurate record of what exists, right through to extensive redesign, extension, refurbishment and new build developments.

There are a huge number of factors involved in the design of a project and the various permissions that can be necessary. 

Whether designing a new home, extending an existing property or transforming a site, one of the most critical and often daunting steps is securing planning permission. A well prepared planning application can be the difference between a swift approval and costly delays. With permitted development aspects it is an area that is ever more of a minefield. AH Projects have the expertise to nagivate through this process to avoid delays and achieve an approval with the minimum of fuss. Permitted development rights can be dependent upon a huge number of factors and properties only a street away from each other with identical proposals can fall either side of Permitted development or Full planning status. Elements to include with planning submissions that we have extensive experience in preparing can include:

Planning Permission.

• Detailed measured surveys of existing, plans sections and elevations.
• Location and Block plans
• Proposed scheme detailed design
• Street scene and elevations
• Biodiversity and Ecology
• Heritage statements and Listed Building consent
• Sustainability
• Community Infrastructure Levy
• Design and Access statement
• Domestic Projects

In today’s fast paced world, home is more than just a shelter, it is a sanctuary, an expression of personality and a tailored response to how we live. At the heart of every home is a thoughtful design where functionality meets beauty and where every square meter is maximised for comfort, light and longievity.

One of our favourite areas of design is working with Homeowners to extend, modify or refurbish their existing homes. Sometimes this can be for newly acquired property that might work for the owners in many ways, but just be missing certain qualities that would make it the perfect home. Other times this can be a family home that is screaming out for adaption to suit the way a family is growing, perhaps needing better family and socialising space, additional bedrooms, bathrooms or study space.

We relish the opportunity to review the challenges presented by the existing property, discussing how the owners use and live in the home, and then seek and propose  pragmatic, practical and sometimes innovative solutions to the problem.

Our designs are mindful of budget, sometimes something ignored, disregarded or just not questioned by our competitors, and we are often called in to rescue projects that have been through the process of Design and Tendering, only for the clients to reach an impasse by being way over budget.

Our approach to design considers:

Functionality: Spaces designed to serve the daily living needs (cooking, sleeping, socialising)

Flow and Layout: Zoning of public and private areas, open plan vs closed plan layouts.

Natural light and Ventilation: Effective placement of windows, skylights and ventilation design for airflow.

Energy Efficiency: Insulation, Solar Orientation, Renewable technologies.

Context and integration: Adapting to the topography and vernacular of the site and its surrounds.

Aesthetics & Style: Modern, traditional, minimalist, vernacular etc.

Having built over one hundred houses, designed many hundreds of extensions and remodelling projects, we have absolute confidence that our approach to the design of a new project, combined with our knowledge on construction costs, buildability, programme and timescales, will be virtually unparalleled.

We relish the challenge of maximising our clients return on their investment and are relentless in our strive for excellence in everything we do.

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New Homes

AH Projects have a track record of designing wonderful new homes, from large £2m detached houses right through to starter apartments, our Design led approach results in the optimum use of space whilst creating the perfect home sanctuary.

We have experience in the implementation and co-ordination of numerous sustainable innovations and green technologies, all to deliver a comfortable home environment whilst being mindful of the wider economical impacts as well as cost in use. In every case we will have a handle of the costs of materials and can often suggest and implement the most cost effective material and solution for the application.

Interior Design

All of our designs allow maximum potential for creating fantastic interiors, from vaulted ceilings, splayed window reveals to considering maximum flow, our base designs create the canvas for the interior finishes to deliver the wow factor.

We also have the option of working closely with our experienced interior designer who can help bring your vision to life. From early concept ideas to fully developed layouts and finishes, they will work with you to explore design possibilities that maximise space, functionality, and value, ensuring your development not only works well on paper but feels right in reality.