Business Details
17 Years
experience
Residential Architects in Manchester
Established in 2009 by Phil Ryan, Cube Design Solutions is a Manchester-based architectural design practice specialising in residential architecture. Our expertise spans home extensions, alterations, loft conversions, and bespoke new builds, with a focus on transforming client visions into reality. We prioritise clear communication throughout every project phase to maintain budget and timeline integrity while delivering high-quality design solutions. Our services include feasibility studies, planning applications, building regulations compliance, and project management, supported by a pay-as-you-go scheme for flexible client involvement. Accredited by Trafford Council as both LABC partners and Planning agents, we combine technical proficiency with a personal approach to client collaboration.Our team's experience includes working on residential and leisure sector projects, ensuring innovative, client-centric designs from initial consultation to project completion. We maintain transparency in costs and processes, avoiding hidden fees, and provide detailed fee proposals during initial consultations. Our commitment to accessibility extends to designing adaptations for disabilities, supported by an in-house occupational therapist. With a portfolio showcasing property enhancements and bespoke homes, we aim to deliver practical, cost-effective architectural solutions tailored to individual client needs.
Services
Home Extensions
Loft Conversions
New Build Properties
Planning Applications
Building Regulations
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored architectural solutions for residential projects since 2009
- Our pay-as-you-go scheme provides flexible involvement in your project stages
- Accredited planning and building regulations expertise with Trafford Council
- We prioritise clear communication to maintain budget and timeline integrity
- In-house occupational therapist for accessible design adaptations
Associations and certifications
- LABC Partner
- Accredited Planning Agent (Trafford Council)
What people say
Fantastic service
Unbeatable quality
Simple explanations
Creative solutions
Amazing results
Services
Home Extensions
We design and manage residential extensions including single and two-storey builds. Our process begins with feasibility studies to determine planning requirements and cost-effectiveness, followed by detailed planning applications and building regulations compliance. Clients benefit from our pay-as-you-go scheme allowing flexible involvement at specific project stages while maintaining design quality and budget control.
Loft Conversions
Specialist loft conversion services transforming unused space into functional living areas. We handle permitted development assessments, structural calculations, and building regulations approvals. Our approach ensures maximum space utilisation while maintaining property integrity, with clear communication throughout the project lifecycle to prevent budget overruns.
Planning Applications
Comprehensive planning application services including feasibility assessments, sketch drawings, and submission management. We prepare detailed design and access statements, liaise with local authorities, and provide revision support at no additional cost. Our Trafford Council accreditation ensures efficient processing for residential development proposals.
Building Regulations
Full building regulations compliance services covering structural calculations, detailed construction drawings, and specification documents. We coordinate with structural engineers when required and prepare full plans applications to ensure works meet current standards, facilitating tender processes with accurate documentation.
Accessible Adaptations
Design services for accessible home adaptations led by our in-house occupational therapist. We conduct home assessments, recommend equipment and layout changes, and produce detailed specifications for grab rails, ramps, and layout modifications. Our solutions comply with disability legislation while maintaining practicality and cost-effectiveness.
People
Phil Ryan
Founder & Architect
Established Cube Design Solutions in 2009 after studying Architecture at Liverpool University. Previously worked on residential and leisure sector projects, bringing technical expertise and client-focused design philosophy to the practice.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential architecture including home extensions, loft conversions, new builds, and planning/buidling regulations compliance across Manchester and Cheshire.
Can you help with planning permission applications?
Yes, we prepare full planning applications including drawings, design statements, and liaise with Trafford Council as accredited planning agents.
Do you offer flexible service options?
Our pay-as-you-go scheme allows involvement at specific stages like building regulations or planning documents only.
Are you accessible design specialists?
We provide accessible home adaptations through our in-house occupational therapist, creating tailored solutions for disability requirements.
How do you ensure project budget control?
We maintain transparent cost structures, detailed fee proposals upfront, and regular communication to prevent unexpected expenses during projects.
