JAKE WHITE ARCHITECTURE
Cuckfield
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Cuckfield
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Jake White Architecture is a client-focused, design-led Architectural practice. We pride ourselves on outstanding design skills, with unique, beautiful ideas to improve your home or property. We aim to deliver designs which are focused on your own priorities.
2 customer reviews
Elizabeth Denyer
Architectural Services
I sought professional help from Jake to help me with my project to weigh up the feasibility of increasing liveable space in my property to increase its value when selling.
Jake arranged necessary searches without any pressure for me to continue, and as it so happens that presently, I am not sure I want the obvious upheaval the anticipated final result would entail.
I understand that should I wish to proceed further in the future, Jake will happily continue to be available for me.
I highly recommend this very qualified gentleman for all architectural requirements.
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Adrian Piper
Jake has an exceptional understanding of the planning system. We have worked together on a couple of tricky applications and he kept me involved and informed throughout the project, providing regular updates and promptly addressing any concerns or questions I had.
He consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic, ensuring that the project progressed smoothly while maintaining the highest quality standards. He was committed to delivering innovative and aesthetically pleasing designs within the agreed-upon deadline.
Overall, collaborating with Jake has been a rewarding experience. His exceptional architectural skills, combined with his creativity and unwavering commitment to high-quality design, make him an outstanding professional to work with. I wholeheartedly recommend Jake to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated architectural professional who can bring their creative vision to life.
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How can someone tell if their loft is suitable for conversion?
The crutial dimension is joist to ridge. With building regulations increasing roof thickness requirements this dimension must be checked very early on.
Run us through the different stages in the loft conversion process - what’s involved?
For all loft conversions the first step is planning, often homeowners can use Permitted Development, in these cases we recommend a Lawful Development Certificate application. This avoids awkward conversations when you look to sell your house in the future. Then a detailed set of building regulations drawings are required with input from a Structural Engineer. If the dwelling shares party walls with other dwellings, we recommend you exchange simple letters with your neighbours to ensure compliance with the Party Wall act. Once an Approved Inspector has completed their plan check of the building regulations documents, then a formal tender process can commence. We typically recommend obtaining quotes from 3 reputable contractors.
What do you love most about your job?
At Jake White Architecture, we pride ourselves on delivering what our clients need. Our role is really to facilitate you in obtaining plans which match your own personal requirements. We know we have done this well when our clients feed back to us that the changes they have made to their homes are life-changing. Knowing we can have such a positive impact is what we love most about working in Architecture.
Architecture - Planning
We have a wealth of experience in obtaining tricky and simple planning permissions on behalf of our clients. We aim to keep the process as simple as possible, and our clients informed of various options and approaches.
Architecture - Building Regulations
We have an advanced understanding of the building regulations and hundreds of projects successfully approved through the process. Construction is often quite technical, but we aim to keep the process simple on behalf of our clients. We will always encourage the use of an Approved Inspector, as a positive addition to the design team. We work closely with Structural Engineers and our use of 3D cad software helps resolve potential conflicts on-site before they occur.
CDM - Principle Designer Role
As part of our design process we consider health and safety risks and design to reduce or eliminate them wherever possible. In addition to this we can provide the Principle Designer Role, details of what this entails can be found at the link: https://www.citb.co.uk/media/nrnns1l1/cdm-2015-principal-designers-interactive.pdf
3D Cad
The majority of small architecture firms use 2D cad to produce planning and building regulations packages. Often they might charge extra to produce a 'sketchup' model if a client is keen to see one. We work in a different manner, nearly all of our work is produced in 3D cad, this is a great way to ensure our clients understand the space they are creating. It is also excellent at ensuring good co-ordination, and suits both complex and simple designs alike.
Bathroom and Kitchen design
This is an optional service which we provide as part of our Architectural services. Our flexible approach allows our clients to select bathroom fittings from various supplies, integrated into a well co-ordinated single design.
