Our Process: From Feasibility to Completion
At Building Design Services (BDS), we guide you through each stage of the architectural process, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey from feasibility to completion. Our structured approach ensures your project is efficiently designed, approved, and built to the highest standards.
Feasibility Check
Before we start designing, we assess your site and local planning rules. We look at key risks, opportunities, and what can realistically be built, including Permitted Development options. This step saves time and money by identifying issues early and giving you a clear foundation to move forward with confidence. For more Information, click here.
Planning Application
Once a design is chosen, we prepare and submit all the necessary documents, including drawings, statements, and forms, to your local council. We manage the application on your behalf, respond to feedback, and keep you updated throughout the review process until a decision is made. For more Information, click here.
Finding the Right Builder
We help you prepare a builder-ready tender pack with precise drawings and specs. We then recommend trusted local contractors, support you in obtaining like-for-like quotes, and guide you through comparing prices, timelines, and terms so that you can appoint a builder with complete confidence. For more Information, click here.
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Initial Chat
We begin with an informal conversation, in person, on-site, or by phone, to learn about your home, ideas, and goals. You don’t need drawings or technical info; bring your thoughts. We’ll offer early advice, answer your questions, and outline what's possible for your space. For more Information, click here.
Early Design Options
We take what we’ve learned and turn it into visual sketches, layout options, and simple plans. These help you compare different ideas, see what fits your home best, and make informed decisions. You’ll receive early feedback from us and the opportunity to shape your preferred design before we begin planning. For more Information, click here.
Building Regulations
After planning, we produce the technical drawings and specifications needed for Building Control. These include safety, drainage, fire protection, insulation, and structural components. We handle submission to either your local authority or an Approved Inspector and respond to any comments or queries during the check. For more Information, click here.
Support During the Build
Once building starts, we stay involved, answering questions, reviewing changes, and helping you and your builder stay aligned with the design. We’re not site managers, but we offer advice, conduct site visits, and assist in resolving any design queries or issues to keep everything on track. For more Information, click here.