✓ What does our ideal home look like? Everything from layouts, size, finishes, fittings, interiors etc.
✓ What are the ‘must-haves’ versus the ‘nice to haves’?
✓ How long are we planning to be at this property? If it is your forever home?
✓ Do I need to prepare a plan for a growing family?
✓ Is this an investment project? What can I do to add value to my property in the long term?
✓ How much will my house extension cost? This is the most common question we get asked as architects and designers.
✓ Assess the size and complexity of the project and what needs to be done.
✓ Determine the cost of materials required, including timber, concrete, and fixtures
✓ Consider the cost of architectural fees and other consultant fees that may be required.
✓ Include a contingency fund to cover unexpected cost that may arise during construction.
✓ There are several surveys, permissions and approvals that you will require to complete for most home renovation projects.
✓ You will need to know whether Your Project is a Listed Building?
✓ You will need to know whether Your Project is in a Conservation Area?
✓ You’ll need to check this before starting work to avoid any problematic legal issues down the line.
✓ The Planning Permission step is where your architect or designer packages up your chosen design and acts as the agent between you and the council to achieve Decision.
✓ A Structural engineer can help with the structural design of the project, ensuring that the building is safe and structurally sound
✓ An interior designer can help create a cohesive design aesthetic that complements the architectural style of the home.
✓ By working with a Party Wall Surveyor, the homeowner can ensure that their interests are protected throughout the construction process, minimizing the risk of disputes and legal issues.
✓ A Mechanical Engineer can design the HVAC and plumbing systems to meet the specific needs of the project
✓ Plan your project effectively by breaking it down into manageable phases with clear goals.
✓ Monitor progress and ensure that your project stays on track, enabling you to make timely adjustments as needed.
✓ Facilitate communication between project stakeholders by providing a shared reference point for discussing progress.
✓ Manage risks by identifying potential issues and implementing contingency plans to address them before they become bigger problems.
✓ Allow you to measure progress towards project goals and objectives, such as staying within budget, meeting timelines, and maintaining quality standards.
✓ Provide a framework for evaluating and improving project performance over time.
✓ Help to identify areas of the project that require attention or intervention, such as addressing cost overruns or schedule delays.
✓ Enable you to make data-driven decisions based on real-time information about project performance.
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✓ Design Option Guidance
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Joseph has experience of a wide range of project types and procurement methods and of managing internal and external design teams on large, complex multi-disciplinary projects. He is responsible for Technical standards / Design and Delivery and has worked on large scale residential, Hospitality and Mixed-Use projects
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Lavinia studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Brighton. She has utilised her broad knowledge in relation to requirements for adaptable homes and Accessible Commercial spaces. She is a huge advocate for passive, sustainable and accessible design, especially when it comes to our Aging Population. She provides AGA Associates with a unique, well considered and responsive dimension for a community for all.
Joseph has experience of a wide range of project types and procurement methods and of managing internal and external design teams on large, complex multi-disciplinary projects. He is responsible for Technical standards / Design and Delivery and has worked on large scale residential, Hospitality and Mixed-Use projects
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
The Nest Coffee Co.
I’d like to thank Joseph and team at AGA for their professional and knowledgeable service throughout. They helped us secure planning with Southwark. Would highly recommend.
Julia
Dear Joseph
Thank you for the great news and for all your hard work. I am so pleased with the result. You and your team were on top of things and made this process really easy for us. I left you a 5 star review.
With best wishes,
Julia
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Devesi studied Architecture at Oxford Brooks University. She is the perfect role model, and loves preparing architectural drawings in accordance to Building Regulations with a touch of Specification writing thrown into the mix. She is a huge advocate for model making as this is one of her favourite pastimes.
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Devesi studied Architecture at Oxford Brooks University. She is the perfect role model, and loves preparing architectural drawings in accordance to Building Regulations with a touch of Specification writing thrown into the mix. She is a huge advocate for model making as this is one of her favourite pastimes.
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Dean
Joseph was very nice and calm and was able to bring out my ideas on paper. He was very professional. I would recommend AGA to others, very pleased with the work he has done for me
D R
Fantastic team who paid great attention to details while drafting and successfully securing a potentially complex planning application on our behalf. They covered all bases and made it a stress free process. Great research, clear communication , and delivered on time. Very happy and we consider it money well spent. Would definitely recommend their services.
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Lavinia studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Brighton. She has utilised her broad knowledge in relation to requirements for adaptable homes and Accessible Commercial spaces. She is a huge advocate for passive, sustainable and accessible design, especially when it comes to our Aging Population. She provides AGA Associates with a unique, well considered and responsive dimension for a community for all.
Devesi studied Architecture at Oxford Brooks University. She is the perfect role model, and loves preparing architectural drawings in accordance to Building Regulations with a touch of Specification writing thrown into the mix. She is a huge advocate for model making as this is one of her favourite pastimes.
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Lavinia studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Brighton. She has utilised her broad knowledge in relation to requirements for adaptable homes and Accessible Commercial spaces. She is a huge advocate for passive, sustainable and accessible design, especially when it comes to our Aging Population. She provides AGA Associates with a unique, well considered and responsive dimension for a community for all.
Kirill
Great company, good communication, very professional! Would highly recommend for any projects.
Esra
Would highly recommend! Great service and work ethics, determined to help clients and meet their needs.The team are extremely hard working and passionate in what they do!Thank you AGA Associates!
Thank you for the great news and for all your hard work. I am so pleased with the result. You and your team were on top of things and made this process really easy for us. I left you a 5 star review.
Fantastic team who paid great attention to details while drafting and successfully securing a potentially complex planning application on our behalf. They covered all bases and made it a stress free process.
Would highly recommend! Great service and work ethics, determined to help clients and meet their needs. The team are extremely hard working and passionate in what they do!
Thank you AGA Associates!
Planning Package
✓ Measured survey with our surveyor
✓ Floor plans and elevations drawings of your existing property
✓ Online Progress meeting with our registered Architect
✓ Proposed floor plans and elevations
✓ Design Options available
✓ Supporting Planning Documents
✓ Planning application submission and management