Brighton, Brighton and Hove
Highly accomplished Architect with international experience (Italy, USA, UK) in residential, commercial, and education buildings; historic building conservation; refurbishment projects; and buildings of mixed-use.
Managing the design development, the planning process, and the coordination of the design team.
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How can someone tell if their Garage is suitable for conversion?
A 'garage' is usually suitable for conversion, as long as the work is internal and it doesn't involve enlarging the building.
This (probably) changes if the property is a Listed Building, is in a Conservation Area, if Permitted Development rights have been removed, or if the 'garage' is intended to be turned into a separate house.
Local Planning Authority guidelines are to be researched and followed.
Run us through the different stages of the Garage conversion process - what's involved?
- Meet with the client to discuss their project.
- Complete an appropriate metric survey of the existing building's area of interest (inside and outside) and its immediate surrounding area.
- Research the needed Planning requirements (in line with what the client's need and the Local Authority guidelines).
- Design proposal stages/process.
- Design coordination with the necessary consultants (e.g.: structural enginner if needed; etc.).
- Once the design package is complete (Architectural set + any needed consultants sets), submit the Building Control Application (likely needed) and any other Applications as needed.
How can someone tell if their loft is suitable for conversion?
Planning permission is not normally required. However, permission is required where someone intends to extend or alter the roof space and it exceeds specified limits and conditions.
A loft conversion for a house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, subject to a list of limits and conditions (e.g.: A volume allowance of 40 cubic metres additional roof space for terraced houses).
The work likely requires Planing Approval if the property is a Listed Building, is in a Conservation Area, if Permitted Development rights have been removed
Local Planning Authority guidelines are to be researched and followed.
Run us through the different stages in the loft conversion process - what’s involved?
- Meet with the client to discuss their project.
- Complete an appropriate metric survey of the existing building's area of interest (inside and outside).
- Research any Planning guidelines (in line with what the client's need and the Local Authority guidelines).
- Design proposal stages/process.
- Design coordination with the necessary consultants (e.g.: structural enginner if needed; etc.).
- Once the design package is complete (Architectural set + any needed consultants sets), submit the Building Control Application (likely needed) and any other Applications as needed.
Why should our clients choose you?
Experience refined by international work.
Creativity backed by technical skills.
Vision of the project as a whole, i.e.: I propose a complete scenario to the client, so they can assess the proposal in its entirety.
Architectural services
Experience in residential, commercial, and education projects; historic buildings; refurbishment projects; and buildings of mixed-use.
Experience in all the RIBA stages. Offer of high standard design proposals and technical details.
Managing the design development, the planning process, and the coordination of the design team.
Managing architectural and consultant drawings and documentation for complex projects.
Project-managing all stages of the design, planning included, and the construction process.
Engaging with all the stakeholders.
Writing.
Freelance journalist - writer and photographer.
Experience in writing about culture, architecture, history and art, sports, nature, travel, camping, hiking.
