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Armstrong Simmonds Architects are a RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) Chartered practice based in Battersea. Established in 2010, we have over 15 years of experience and specialise in residential architecture, working across the boroughs of London with specific expertise in Dartmouth Park.
Our portfolio is testament to our specialist skill set in residential London architecture. We pride ourselves on the highest of standards which is demonstrated in our considerable portfolio and high levels of client satisfaction.
Aside from providing you with a beautiful design, your architect needs to navigate complex planning and building laws that regulate the construction industry. Therefore, appointing a practice with the right amount of experience is the key to a smooth project delivery. Although not essential, appointing a RIBA chartered practice is also an important factor to consider. Being RIBA Chartered means that the practice must adhere to a code of conduct of professionalism and ethics which ensure quality control within the Architectural industry. The experience of the practice within Dartmouth Park is another important factor to consider, particularly, as each borough has different modes of operation which can influence the design process.
Whilst the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) provides the backbone for planning policy, each individual borough will have its own set of policy and guidance. A particular challenge within the borough of Dartmouth Park is the planning process for basement design. For such a complex undertaking, stringent planning requirements must be met in the form of traffic reports, geology surveys and more. Another challenge is the added complexity of working with historic buildings. If your building is within a conservation area, a designated building of interest, or a listed building, any work to that building or surrounding area will be subject to strict requirements that are typically more rigorous than standard planning requirements. Dartmouth Park Architects and designers must ensure their clients are advised appropriately on the process and that suitable consultants are appointed to conduct the necessary work.
By law, all parties involved in any construction project must adhere to health and safety legislation. The landscape changed significantly in 2015 when new regulations were brought in under the Construction (Design and Management) CDM 2015 regulations. Similarly to health and safety, all parties involved in any construction project must work in accordance with Building Regulations Legislation. Following the Grenfell Tragedy in 2017, new statutory legislation was introduced to make sure that parties involved in a construction project carried out their duties to ensure buildings are built safely and in accordance with regulations. It is essential that the practice you pick has a thorough understanding of the above legislation.
Armstrong Simmonds Architects is a studio of Residential Architects and Architectural Assistants. All of our employees are trained with the relevant architectural degrees. We select individuals that are passionate about residential architecture providing the best results for our clients.
We have built excellent working relationships with an array of specialists including engineers and contractors who have worked with us to deliver projects for our many satisfied clients. We are also a RIBA chartered practice, meaning we adhere to the highest possible standards.
Please review the selection projects on our website, this should help provide insight to the quality of our output.
We at Armstrong Simmonds Architects offer a wide range of architectural services. For example:
Being established for over 15 years means we have breadth of experience in all residential typologies, in particular basement design. Much of the housing stock in Dartmouth Park is of tight, tall terraces often with limited space to the rear. Therefore, many homeowners see the only option of extending their home as digging down.
Basement design requires skill and knowledge beyond that required for typical ground level extensions. There are additional planning requirements, specialists and procedures which must be in place before and during the construction phase. Basement design is extremely complicated, consequently, appointing an experienced Architect is crucial.
Simplicity and carefully considered form are at the heart of our design philosophy. We believe that a careful balance between functionality and aesthetics must be struck in order for your project to be successful. Rigorous process is also key in our approach and we constantly test options through various iterations – The ‘right’ approach may not be as obvious as it initially seems.
At Armstrong Simmonds Architects, we are constantly evolving and looking for new ways to explore design innovatively. We hope that our design philosophy and approach are clear from our extensive portfolio. We welcome you to get in touch to discuss your project.
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