City Architecture Office Ltd
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
City Architecture Office is an award-winning architects practice We enjoy undertaking a diverse portfolio of work ranging from private clients, housing, retail & commercial, education, culture & community projects.
We listen to our clients and work with them to achieve their goals.
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Dr Susan Flett
Architectural Services
We proceeded as far as a preliminary have a look quote. Very helpful , but did not proceed to work......
How can someone tell if their loft is suitable for conversion?
There re several aspects to consider.
These include- is there sufficient headroom?, what is the pitch of the roof? what is the roof structure (trusses etc). How many storeys above the ground floor is the loft? Where might a stair up into the space be fitted? Is the property listed or in a conservation area?
Run us through the different stages in the loft conversion process - what’s involved?
The process is likely to commence with a survey of the roof- to establish the structure and dimensions of the space. A desktop check of the local authority contastraints will clarify any statutory consdierations. Measured, scaled drawings are prepared. Proposals agree, then planning and buiding warrant applications submitted to the local authority. Upon approval, more detailed info can be prepared and issued to a selection of contractors who are suitable to undertake the type of work. Prices obtained will be on a like fro like basis and a preferred contractor can be cohsen. Enter into a standard building contract and commence the work. When it is completed, the local authority inspector will check the work against the approved drawings and subject to their satisfaction, a completion certificate is issued.
What do you love most about your job?
Meeting clients , listening to what they want to achieve and working with them to find solutions and going with them on the journey to see it through to completion.
What inspired you to start your own business?
The opportunity to provide a professional service tailored to our clients needs for each job
Why should our clients choose you?
We enjoy our work. We are experienced, thoughtful and reasonable
