Phi Architectural Services Ltd.
Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
(6)
Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
(6)
Architectural Services, Structural Engineering Services, Architectural Design, Property measure survey, Planning, Building control, Project amangement.
6 customer reviews
Sue Petrou
I was very happy with Ankits Services. He went above and beyond to help. He was always to hand, polite and helpful, and came out on site more than he had too at short notice when asked. I would definitely recommend his services. More...
Zeeshan Zafar
Ankit worked on our loft conversion project. Good advise from the beginning to ensure it meets our requirement. He worked closely with our builder contractor to ensure building regulations requirements are met.
Excellent service and would recommend to any one who want extension or new house build.
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mikesh gor
Ankit offers very competitive rates along with excellent service. He was constantly available to discus my project and worked well with the builder. I also arranged for Ankit to do a number of site visits throughout the project. Would recommend. More...
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steve dias
I highly recommend Phi Architectural Services Ltd. Ankit is very knowledgeable and have always given me a professional service. I must say what also makes him different is that he always responds to any queries immediately. I have recommended him to many friends of mine and they have been impressed with the service. Keep up the good work Ankit. More...
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Nish Shah
We used Ankit to design our double storey side extension, loft and he was extremely professional from day one. Ankit took care of everything from Planning Permission to dealing with building control and queries from our builder. We would highly recommend him.
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Faig Babayev
Ankit Patel has dealt with our loft conversion and handled the process very efficiently. He was also very easy reachable when required even when he was abroad. His all dealings with planning officer and builders were also very smooth and within accurate timings. Very helpful firm. More...
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How can someone tell if their Garage is suitable for conversion?
1. Size of the garage, including height. After insulating floor, walls and roof as per building control regulations, the resultant dimensions should be viable.
2. Position of the garage -eg. whether it is detached or attached to the main building. Detached garages cannot to be converted. They have to be demolished and rebuild.
3. Location of property - if it is a conservation area or deeds which might prevent the garage conversion.
4. Type of building- residential house have maximum chances of getting approval while mixed use have less.
5. Future planning - If there is plan to construct another floor on top of the garage in future; better to demolish the garage (rather than convert) and rebuild as extension with property foundations.
Run us through the different stages of the Garage conversion process - what's involved?
1. Checking deeds or planning policies to make sure that conversion is possible.
2. Checking the viability of design and dimensions.
3. Design development based on use of the new conversion. (for disabled person or if ensuite is needed, etc)
4. Planning application or certificate of lawfulness application.
5. Building control application including structural calculations.
6. Thames water build over agreement, if new foundations are needed
How can someone tell if their loft is suitable for conversion?
1. Clear internal existing height of the loft have to be at least 2.2m
2. Type of property. Loft conversion with a very small dormer in a flat might not be viable . In houses, based on volume maximum dormer size can be achieved.
3. Location of property - conservation area restrictions.
4. Position of staircase is workable. No point in sacrificing a first floor room to accomodate a staircase to achieve another room in loft. Though most of the times the loft room is bigger compared to the room sacrificed on the first floor.
5. Willingness of the owner to make changes on other floors for fire safety to comply with building regulations
Run us through the different stages in the loft conversion process - what’s involved?
1. Checking deeds or planning policies to make sure that conversion is possible.
2. Checking clear height of existing loft.
3. Design development based on use of the new conversion. Number of bedroom needed etc.
4. Planning application or certificate of lawfulness application.
5. Building control application including structural calculations.
What do you love most about your job?
Designing - room layouts, space designing, getting the maximum out of the design in terms of functionality, ventilation, light and aesthetics.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Gaining sufficient knowledge and confidence by working with hi-end and highly reputed architectural firms for more than 10 years.
Why should our clients choose you?
1. Knowledge and experience (more than 400 projects completed - big & small),
2. honest advise,
3. value for money,
4. All in one services - planning, building control, party wall, structural calculations.
5. No job too small. Whether it only a chimney stack removal or erection of a new block of flats or new residential building.
6. Availability. Easily contactable and very good at returning calls.
