Business Details
Chartered Architecture and Party Wall Services in Somerset
Established by Dan, a Chartered Architect with over 20 years of experience, our practice specialises in architectural design and Party Wall Act compliance. We provide tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and listed buildings, offering services from feasibility studies to construction documentation. Our expertise spans new builds, extensions, and heritage restorations, with a focus on client collaboration and statutory approvals. We prioritise clear communication and practical guidance, ensuring projects meet planning, building control, and Party Wall Act requirements. With a portfolio including eco-houses, listed property renovations, and student accommodations, we combine technical precision with creative design.Our Party Wall services offer impartial advice, fixed-fee agreements, and dispute resolution support. Operating from Frome, Somerset, we serve clients across the South West, delivering projects that balance functionality and aesthetics. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, problem-solving skills, and value for money. We are committed to transparency, professionalism, and long-term relationships built on trust and expertise.
Services
Architectural Design
Party Wall Compliance
Feasibility Studies
Building Control Drawings
Heritage Restoration
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of architectural experience across diverse sectors.
- Our services ensure full compliance with the Party Wall Act 1996.
- We provide competitive fixed-fee and hourly rate options.
- Our team delivers tailored solutions for listed buildings and eco-homes.
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Associations and certifications
- Party Wall Academy (MPWAcad)
What people say
Amazing help
Excellent from start to finish
Highly amenable and skilled
Exceptionally helpful and friendly
Competent and conscientious
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design services for new builds, extensions, and refurbishments. Our process includes feasibility studies, sketch designs, and detailed construction documentation. With expertise in residential, commercial, and heritage projects, we ensure compliance with planning and building regulations while meeting client-specific needs.
Party Wall Compliance
Our Party Wall services ensure adherence to the Party Wall Act 1996 for shared boundary projects. We offer impartial advice, serve notices, prepare schedules of condition, and draft awards. This protects both building and adjoining owners' interests while facilitating smooth project progression through statutory requirements.
Heritage Restoration
Specialising in Grade II listed property renovations, we balance preservation with modern functionality. Our team handles conservation area projects, covenant compliance, and flood-risk mitigation. We produce detailed technical drawings and manage third-party approvals to maintain historical integrity while meeting contemporary standards.
Feasibility Studies
We conduct initial surveys and feasibility assessments to define project scope and budget. This includes site analysis, regulatory constraints, and design options. Our studies help clients establish clear briefs before committing to detailed planning, ensuring realistic and achievable project outcomes from inception.
Building Control
We prepare technical drawings and specifications for building control approvals. Our services cover structural calculations, energy performance assessments, and construction phase support. We ensure projects meet safety, accessibility, and environmental standards while maintaining design intent throughout the build process.
People
Dan
Chartered Architect
Dan is a Chartered Architect with over 20 years' experience in residential, commercial, and heritage projects. He specialises in Party Wall Act compliance and statutory approvals, delivering solutions from feasibility to construction. His approach combines technical expertise with client-focused service, ensuring projects meet regulatory and personal requirements efficiently.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design services for new builds, extensions, refurbishments, and listed building restorations, including feasibility studies and statutory approvals.
How do you handle Party Wall Act compliance?
We offer impartial advice, serve notices, prepare schedules of condition, and draft awards to ensure compliance with the Party Wall Act 1996 for shared boundary works.
What areas do you cover?
We operate from Frome, Somerset, serving clients across the South West including Bath, Falmouth, Yeovil, and surrounding regions.
What project types do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential projects, heritage restorations, eco-builds, and commercial developments, with expertise in navigating planning and building control requirements.
How are your fees structured?
Party Wall services are offered on a competitive fixed-fee basis, with architectural work charged hourly or as project-specific agreements.
Can you assist with complex planning applications?
Yes, we manage challenging applications involving flood risk, conservation areas, and covenant restrictions, ensuring regulatory compliance and client objectives are met.
