Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design Services in London
Bolans Group is a family-run, design-led practice with over 35 years of combined experience creating bespoke architectural solutions for clients worldwide. Our team of architects, designers, and surveyors prioritises inclusivity, diversity, and equity in every project, ensuring spaces serve the people who inhabit them. We specialise in residential, commercial, and masterplanning projects, working collaboratively with clients to navigate planning processes and deliver high-quality designs. Our practice adheres to rigorous professional standards, including RIBA chartered status and ARB registration.We approach each project with passion and integrity, maintaining long-term client relationships and a strong track record of successful planning approvals. Our expertise spans urban regeneration, new builds, extensions, and party wall negotiations, supported by a commitment to innovative, client-centric solutions. With offices in South East London, we combine local knowledge with global experience to create functional, beautiful spaces tailored to individual needs.
Services
Architectural Design
Urban Masterplanning
Residential Extensions
Commercial Development
Surveying Services
Planning Applications
Party Wall Negotiations
Interior Design
Landscape Design
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in architectural design and planning.
- Our team includes RIBA-chartered architects and ARB-registered professionals.
- We specialise in navigating complex London planning regulations successfully.
- Our inclusive design approach prioritises community needs and diversity.
- We offer end-to-end project management from concept to construction.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- Architects Registration Board (ARB)
What people say
Creative solutions
Excellent planning knowledge
Client-centred approach
Timely communication
Innovative designs
Services
Architectural Design
We create bespoke architectural solutions for residential and commercial projects. Our RIBA-chartered team delivers innovative designs that balance aesthetics with functionality. Services include new builds, extensions, and interior redesigns across London and internationally.
Urban Masterplanning
Our masterplanning expertise shapes sustainable urban environments globally. We develop comprehensive plans for new towns, regeneration areas, and mixed-use developments. Recent projects include schemes in Ghana, Russia, and London's South East.
Planning Applications
We navigate complex planning processes with 25+ years of London authority experience. Services include feasibility studies, submission preparation, and negotiation. Our success rate for planning consents remains consistently high.
Party Wall Negotiations
Our surveyors handle party wall matters including schedules of condition and dilapidation assessments. We provide expert negotiation services and documentation to resolve disputes between adjoining properties.
Project Management
We offer end-to-end project management from concept to completion. Services include contractor selection, budget oversight, and quality control during construction phases for residential and commercial developments.
People
Mobolaji Falase
Principal
RIBA-registered architect with 25+ years' experience. Founded Bolans Group in 1997 after lecturing at London institutions. Specialises in regeneration projects and planning approvals.
Niyi Falase
Project Manager
Party wall surveyor and project manager with expertise in residential refurbishment. Manages new build projects and insurance-related surveys. Member of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors.
Lanre Falase
Project Architect
RIBA-registered architect with experience at Grimshaw and BDP. Led international projects including Heathrow Terminal 2B and Masdar City developments. Specialises in technical design solutions.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design services for residential, commercial, and masterplanning projects including planning applications, technical drawings, and construction management.
Do you work outside London?
Yes, we undertake projects across the UK and internationally, with recent work in West Africa, Russia, and Malta.
How are your fees calculated?
Fees are typically 11-13% of construction value or time-based rates depending on project complexity and client requirements.
Are you RIBA chartered architects?
Yes, we are a Royal Institute of British Architects chartered practice with ARB-registered professionals.
Can you handle party wall matters?
Yes, we offer party wall surveying services including schedules of conditions and dilapidation assessments.
