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Permitted Development
Architects In Chelsea

Architects in Chelsea

Finding a home extension architect in Chelsea to help you visualise your new permitted development home extension or loft conversion project can be daunting, At Excela Architecture London our aim is to make the process as smooth and easy as possible.  

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When choosing to build a home extension there are many permitted development options that do not require planning permission, including Single Storey Home Extensions, Garage Conversions and Loft Conversions. Before you start working with an permitted development architect in London, you will need to consider how to use the extra space. Are you wanting to add space to your kitchen or add an extra bedroom or bathroom

Wheather your looking to add a dormer loft conversion to your home or a single storey home extension it will not only give you that much-needed extra space, but it will also increase the value of your home. Many homeowners choose the option to add a permitted development home extension or over moving home as it can be more cost-effective to extend rather than pay stamp duty when moving. 

Permitted Development Architect Services In Chelsea? 
  • Architecture
    Excela Architecture features a skilled in-house team of architectural designers, architects, and planning consultants, proficient in navigating planning policies, coordinating with case officers, and delivering tailored solutions for seamless project approvals and execution.
  • Interior Design
    Excela Architecture London specialises in residential architecture and boasts an in-house team of expert interior designers. Our team is dedicated to bringing your visions to life and delivering your dream home with meticulous attention to detail. We seamlessly blend aesthetics and functionality to ensure that every aspect of your home is both beautiful and practical. From the initial conceptual design to the final touches, Excela Architecture London is committed to providing a comprehensive and tailored service that meets all your residential architectural and interior design needs.
  • Structural Engineer
    Excela Architecture London stands out as a premier residential architect firm by offering a unique benefit to homeowners in that we have an in-house structural engineer enabling Excela Architecture London to provide a one-stop Architecture, Planning and Structural Design Service. This means you will not need to appoint a separate structural engineer for your project as we take of the structural design during our Technical Design stage. This integrated approach not only enhances the efficiency of the design process but also guarantees that every project meets the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance. This distinctive feature exemplifies our commitment to delivering exceptional residential architecture services in London.
  • Building Regulations Drawings
    Our Technical design team of Architects and Architectural Technologists at Excela Architecture London specialise in building regulations drawings and construction issue drawings. The role of the Technical design team is to tie in the planning drawings with a full detailed structural design of construction and building regulations details and specifications for foundations, wall structure, roof structure and much more.
  • 3D CGI Architectural Visuals
    Alongside detailed 2D drawings, Excela Architecture London also provides advanced 3D CGI visualisations. These 3D visualisations are particularly beneficial for clients to fully visualise the design of the proposed works well before construction begins. Additionally, these visual tools play a crucial role in planning, making it easier for planning officers and building contractors to truly visualise the house extension in its final form, thereby facilitating a smoother planning application process. Whether you are looking to expand your living space or undertake a significant renovation, Excela Architecture London's 3D CGI visualisations ensure clear and precise project planning from the outset.

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Our expert home extension architects in Chelsea will guide you through the design process of your permitted development home extension or loft conversion from Concept Design to Building regulations drawings and Construction issue drawings. We strive to create beautiful houses to allow you to feel truly at home.

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A single storey extension is a great choice if you are looking to maximise the living area in your home. 

A popular option with a single storey rear extension is to create a large open plan kitchen extension. 

A rear single storey extension can also be a fantastic option if you are looking for an additional living space or dining room. 

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Lawful Development

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A garage conversions is a great choice if you are looking to maximise the living area in your home. 

A popular option with a garage conversion is to create an extra living area or children's playroom. 

A garage conversion can also be a fantastic option if you are looking to maximise the footprint of your existing home.

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Building Regulations Drawings

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A single storey extension is a great choice if you are looking to maximise the living area in your home. 

A popular option with a single storey rear extension is to create a large open plan kitchen extension. 

A rear single storey extension can also be a fantastic option if you are looking for an additional living space or dining room. 

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Our expertise and experience has led Exela Architecture London to become one of the best permitted development Architect in Chelsea. 

Our team of Architects and Structural engineers in Chelsea provide an extensive range of services for permitted development projects such as single storey house extensions, change of use , loft conversions and garage conversions. If you are looking for an specialist permitted development Architect in Chelsea for your home extension or loft conversion, Excela Architecture London are here to help!

Our Chelsea Architects team are on hand at each step of the process to help create your dream home. 

What Architect Services Do We Offer? 

We have a dedicated team of expert architects that permitted development home extensions and loft conversions.

 

Our expert architects team will guide you through the process a home extension ,loft conversion or garage conversion project from survey to building building regulations drawings. 

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At Excela Architecture London we provide you with 3D interior and exterior Photo Realistic CGI Visuals for your project.  

3D Architectural CGI visuals are great for both homeowners, planning officers and building contractors to truly visualise the project in detail. 

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Providing a 3D visual with your home extension or loft conversion can be helpful to illustrate the detail of the proposed works to your building contractors. 

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Once your you are 100% happy with your loft or home extension design will produce the Technical drawings for your project. The Building Regulations Drawings & Construction Drawings will be used by Building control to certify the works and will also be used by the builders to carry out the building works. 

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Explore Our Projects in Chelsea? 
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Why choose our Architects in Chelsea? 

At Excela Architecture London, our aim is to provide our clients with cost-effective design solutions with exceptional architectural designs. When thinking about adding a loft conversion or home extension to your home it can seem daunting and your initial thoughts may be that architects and building design fees are really expensive. That does not have to be the case. At Excela Architecture London we provide fixed price cost effective project fees for permitted development Home Extensions and Loft Conversions in Chelsea and all across London.

A ‘’Grand Design’’ style Architect is not always required for a permitted development home extension or loft conversion project. We tailor our architectural services to each individual project to ensure you receive the correct level of service you require for your project.

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Permitted development rights allow homeowners to add a home extension to their homes without needing planning permission

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Single-Storey Rear Extensions:

  • Detached houses: You can extend up to 4 meters away from the rear wall by 8 meters wide.

  • Semi-detached and terraced houses: You can extend up to 3 meters away from the rear wall by 6 meters wide.

  • Height: Maximum height of 4 meters.

Side Extensions:

  • Must be single-storey.

  • Width: Must not exceed half the width of the original house.

  • Height: Maximum height of 4 meters.

Converting a garage into living space can often fall under permitted development, but there are specific conditions that must be met

When Permitted Development Applies:

  1. Internal Alterations: The conversion involves only internal alterations without enlarging the building.

  2. No External Changes: No changes to the garage exterior, particularly the walls or the roof.

  3. Incidental Use: The converted space must be used as part of the existing house, not as a separate dwelling to live in or rent out.

  4. Off-Street Parking: The conversion should not significantly reduce off-street parking provision.

Loft conversions can often be carried out under permitted development as long as your project meets specific criteria. 

General Criteria:

  • Detached and Semi-Detached Houses: You can add up to 50 cubic meters of additional roof space.

  • Terraced Houses: You can add up to 40 cubic meters of additional roof space.

  • Height: No part of the extension can be higher than the highest part of the existing roof.

  • Roof Extensions: Must not extend beyond the plane of the existing roof slope of the principal elevation that fronts a highway.

  • Materials: The materials used should be similar in appearance to the existing house.

Frequently Asked Questions about Permitted Development Architects in Chelsea

  • Architecture
    Excela Architecture features a skilled in-house team of architectural designers, architects, and planning consultants, proficient in navigating planning policies, coordinating with case officers, and delivering tailored solutions for seamless project approvals and execution.
  • Interior Design
    Excela Architecture London specialises in residential architecture and boasts an in-house team of expert interior designers. Our team is dedicated to bringing your visions to life and delivering your dream home with meticulous attention to detail. We seamlessly blend aesthetics and functionality to ensure that every aspect of your home is both beautiful and practical. From the initial conceptual design to the final touches, Excela Architecture London is committed to providing a comprehensive and tailored service that meets all your residential architectural and interior design needs.
  • Structural Engineer
    Excela Architecture London stands out as a premier residential architect firm by offering a unique benefit to homeowners in that we have an in-house structural engineer enabling Excela Architecture London to provide a one-stop Architecture, Planning and Structural Design Service. This means you will not need to appoint a separate structural engineer for your project as we take of the structural design during our Technical Design stage. This integrated approach not only enhances the efficiency of the design process but also guarantees that every project meets the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance. This distinctive feature exemplifies our commitment to delivering exceptional residential architecture services in London.
  • Building Regulations Drawings
    Our Technical design team of Architects and Architectural Technologists at Excela Architecture London specialise in building regulations drawings and construction issue drawings. The role of the Technical design team is to tie in the planning drawings with a full detailed structural design of construction and building regulations details and specifications for foundations, wall structure, roof structure and much more.
  • 3D CGI Architectural Visuals
    Alongside detailed 2D drawings, Excela Architecture London also provides advanced 3D CGI visualisations. These 3D visualisations are particularly beneficial for clients to fully visualise the design of the proposed works well before construction begins. Additionally, these visual tools play a crucial role in planning, making it easier for planning officers and building contractors to truly visualise the house extension in its final form, thereby facilitating a smoother planning application process. Whether you are looking to expand your living space or undertake a significant renovation, Excela Architecture London's 3D CGI visualisations ensure clear and precise project planning from the outset.
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