Specialists in property design since 2018
A House to a Home - Drawing Design Consultants
Specialists in property design since 2018
A House to a Home - Drawing Design Consultants
Housing Design Consultants
We are a drawing design consultancy specializing in domestic design. We cover everything from planning drawings for a small extension to full design consultancy services for National house builders, including planning drawings, planning application submission and discharge of conditions, layout design, building regulations drawings, drawings to support 'building notice' applications, building regulations conditions approval, NHBC conditions approval, and much more.
Extensions/Alterations - Innovative Architectural Solutions
Residential Architecture
Whether you are building a brand new home or remodelling an existing one, our team of experts will work with you to create a space that is tailored to your lifestyle and preferences. We will take care of all aspects of the project, from design to construction.
Design Services
Our team of experts will work with you to create innovative and functional designs that meet your specific needs. From concept to completion, we will be with you every step of the way.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable Design
We are committed to sustainable design practices that minimize the environmental impact of our projects. Our team will work with you to incorporate eco-friendly solutions into your design.
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
Our interior design team will work with you to create a space that is both functional and beautiful. From selecting materials to choosing furniture and decor, we will help you create a space that reflects your style and meets your needs.
Kitchen Design
Along with elegant and purposeful design solutions, A House to a Home - Drawing Design Consultants also provide Kitchen Design services, working with you to design the functional kitchen of your dreams ready for trades and kitchen manufacturers to build and install.
Tendering Services
Its no secret that materials and labour prices have increased exponentially over the last few years, resulting in dramatically increased build costs.
With our extensive list of contacts throughout the industry, along with our drawing services, we can submit tender packages to trusted trades and materials suppliers ensuring the best prices are obtained for your project.
Project Management
Project Management
Project Management
Our project management team will ensure that your project is completed on time, within budget, and to your satisfaction. We will handle all aspects of the project, from scheduling and appointing trades to quality control.
Taking advantage of our project management services ensures you get the best price possible for each stage of the build, therefore providing you with significant savings compared to using a main contractor.
Design and Build
Project Management
Project Management
More than just a Design service, A House to a Home - Drawing Design Consultants are partnered with reputable builders eager to carry out your project - ask us about our 'turn key' service.
Price List
Measured Survey and Existing Plans - from £250
Works Include;
- Measured Survey.
- Floor Plan.
- Elevations.
- Existing Block Plan.
Planning Drawings Only - Single Story Extension - from £600 (+ Measured Survey)
Works Include;
- Design stage consultation and sketches.
- Location Plan.
- Proposed Floor Plan.
- Proposed Elevations.
- Proposed Roof Plan.
- Proposed Materials Plan.
- Proposed Block Plan.
- Site Location Plan.
- Parking Allocation Plan.
- Planning Submission and communication with Local Authority pursuant of approval.
Planning Drawings Only - Two Story Extension - from £1000 (+ Measured Survey)
Works Include;
- Design stage consultation and sketches.
- Location Plan.
- Proposed Floor Plans.
- Proposed Elevations.
- Proposed Roof Plan.
- Proposed Materials Plan.
- Proposed Block Plan.
- Site Location Plan.
- Parking Allocation Plan.
- Planning Submission and communication with Local Authority pursuant of approval.
Planning Drawings Only - Loft Conversion - from £700 (+ Measured Survey)
Works Include;
- Design stage consultation and sketches.
- Location Plan.
- Proposed Floor Plan.
- Proposed Elevations.
- Proposed Roof Plan.
- Proposed Block Plan.
- Site Location Plan.
- Parking Allocation Plan.
- Planning Submission and communication with Local Authority pursuant of approval.
Building Regs Drawings - Single Story Extension - from £800 (+ Measured Survey)
Works Include;
- Foundation Plan.
- Drainage layout.
- Detailed floor plan.
- Mechanical and electrical layout.
- Roof layout.
- Detailed section.
- Detailed elevations.
- Construction specification.
- Structural Calculations Obtained (additional cost).
- 3rd Party Designs Obtained.
- Submission of Full Plans Building Regulations application and communication with
Local Authority pursuant of approval.
Building Regs Drawings - Two Story Extension - from £1100 (+ Measured Survey)
Works Include;
- Foundation Plan.
- Drainage layout.
- Detailed floor plans.
- Mechanical and electrical layout.
- Joist Layout.
- Roof layout.
- Detailed section.
- Detailed elevations.
- Construction specification.
- Structural Calculations Obtained (additional cost).
- 3rd Party Designs Obtained.
- Submission of Full Plans Building Regulations application and communication with
Local Authority pursuant of approval.
Building Regs Drawings - Loft Conversion - from £1200 (+ Measured Survey)
Works Include;
- Detailed floor plan.
- Mechanical and electrical layout.
- Roof layout.
- Detailed section.
- Detailed elevations.
- Construction specification.
- Structural Calculations Obtained (additional cost).
- 3rd Party Designs Obtained.
- Submission of Full Plans Building Regulations application and communication with
Local Authority pursuant of approval.
Tendering Services - £Contact us for info.
Prices for Tendering services are subject to the complexity of the project, prefered options in terms of 'labour only' and 'materials and labour' contractors, and the level of involvement required (at the clients request) - Works include;
-Discuss with clients their options regarding 'labour only' or 'materials and labour' contractors.
- Compile tender package.
- Assess material quantities required.
- Obtain material estimates from trusted material suppliers.
- Submit plans to individual sub contractors.
- Assess previous work examples (site visit if required).
- Assess potential contractors and discuss with client.
- Appoint appropriate contractors.
- Acquire appropriate insurance certs’ /right to work etc.
Project Management - £Contact us for info.
Prices for Project Management services are subject to the complexity of the project and the level of involvement required (at the clients request) - Works include;
- Following successful tender, create a suitable program.
- Organise payment schedules, following discussion with client.
- Create construction particulars file for each sub contractor.
- Populate and manage Health and Safety file.
- Liaise with neighbours (either in person or via information leaflets) with regards to site progress.
- Communicate and manage site processes.
- Materials ordering/scheduling.
- Sub contractor communication, mobilisation and management.
- Weekly meeting with client discussing site progress and next steps.
- Inspections management.
- Ensuring sign offs at by relevant specialists at appropriate stages.
Special Offer!
Special Offer!
That’s right, for every recommendation that leads to a successful project, we will give £100 to whomever the client states has made the recommendation – it’s as simple as that!
So, if you know of anyone that requires any architectural plans, from concept to handover, either for planning permission, permitted development, larger home applications, pre-application support, building control, full plans approval, building notice support drawings, or working drawings for a contractor, send them to the contact form below.
* Terms and conditions apply, please contact us below for further details
Developers and House Builders - Collaborative Design Support
Planning Stage Assistance
From discharging conditions through to full Reserved Matters applications, working with your Design, Technical, Land and Planning departments, our team are on hand to assist in submitting planning applications, communicating with Local Authorities and Planning consultants, and discharge conditions following conditional approval to ensure a smooth transition for your business from concept to construction stage.
Building Regulations Stage Assistance
Working closely with your approved Building Regulations approval process, your design and technical teams, whether its with NHBC, LABC or an independent Building Control Consultant, our team are available to assist with submitting technical information, liaising with the appointed Building Control body and discharging conditions to ensure all approvals are in place ready for construction to commence.
Layout/Urban Design - Placemaking
From re-plans to full Urban Designs, our team can provide a comprehensive package tailored to work with your urban design team and planning departments alike.
Drawing Amendments
Whether its a minor text alteration, a product specification change, planning layout amendments, complete layout re-plans or major house type alterations, we're here to support your design and technical teams to keep the wheels in motion and limit delays in delivering technical information ready for production.
House Type Designs
Our team are competent in delivering house type designs that are NDSS, M4(2) and M4(3) compliant, whilst maintaining your companies aesthetic policies to deliver house types that, although are compliant with the above Approved Documents, still bare the essence of what makes your companies house types unique from other house builders.
Part L (2021 & Future Homes Standard)
Working with your companies strategies to incorporate your approved methods and renewable technologies to ensure compliance with the latest Part L (2021 and Future Homes Standards), our team are experienced in amending house type designs to accommodate the latest Part L regulation amendments
Part O - Overheating
A controversial, but never-the-less prevalent and relevant addition to the Approved Documents, Part O has caused a stir amongst developer's R&D teams since its creation. Fortunately our team is experienced in accommodating the latest Part O requirements, whether its via additional ventilation or house type fenestration designs, we're here to assist and amend working drawings following guidance from your appointed energy consultants to ensure compliance
AutoCAD / Revit
Through our collective experience working for housebuilders and developers, we at A House to a Home - Drawing Design Consultants appreciate that every developer creates their design and technical information differently, that's why our team are fully trained and experienced in using both AutoCAD and Revit software. Our ability to align our services to best suit your business needs is what makes us different from most other design consultants; we tailor our services to suit how YOU create your design and technical information and work in the format you are most comfortable with, rather than use software we're comfortable with and convert the information into a preferred format (it seldom converts correctly...)