At Armstrong Simmonds Architects, we have been enhancing and transforming our clients homes across London for over 15 years, offering modern, stylish designs while preserving the unique character of their property.
Our team excels in transforming homes of various typologies and ages, from Victorian and Edwardian townhouses with challenging constraints, to large sub-urban and countryside homes with generous plots.
We design homes with a focus on maximising natural light, incorporating sustainable materials where possible and delivering bespoke design solutions to achieve outstanding results. Get in touch to find out more about the planning services offered by our architectural studio today.
At Armstrong Simmonds Architects, we specialise in all aspects of residential architecture. We take a thoughtful approach to the architectural context, preserving the distinct identity of each property while creating comfortable, high-specification homes.
Here is a broad overview of some of the architectural planning services we provide:
Whether it’s a small or large addition to your home, or simply reconfiguring your existing layout, we aim to optimise space tailored to your needs. From loft conversions to basements, our practice has experience across a wide range of briefs.
We have extensive expertise working on period properties, including Victorian, Georgian, and Edwardian buildings from the 18th to early 20th century. Our team thoughtfully incorporates modern amenities while carefully preserving the unique character and architectural integrity of these historic homes.
After testing design options and producing an output according to your needs, we will prepare and submit a planning application on your behalf to the appropriate council.
To help you visualise the proposals, we can produce 3D models to provide realistic spatial representations of the designed spaces.
We can also provide further services to help realise your project. For example; technical detailing for construction in collaboration with engineers and other specialists; managing the tendering process with contractors and preparing the necessary agreements. We can also attend site during the build to review construction progress.
For over 15 years, Armstrong Simmonds Architects have been transforming homes by introducing contemporary design solutions, optimising space and maximising natural light. Here’s why we are a great partner to bring your architectural vision to life:
Versatility in working with a wide range of building types: Since its founding in 2010, our studio, Armstrong Simmonds Architects, have worked with a variety of house types, from period property townhouses to detached countryside homes.
Experience working with local authorities: Our experience with local authorities allow us to navigate the planning process, supporting a smooth project progression while reducing unnecessary delays where possible.
Practice experience: With over 15 years of providing planning and design services, we have successfully completed hundreds of architectural projects across London, each tailored to meet the unique demands of its location..
A considered approach: Working across London, we meticulously consider the unique character of each neighbourhood, striving to create designs that integrate harmoniously with both the architectural heritage and natural surroundings.
Comprehensive support: From concept design to planning approval, we will provide support every step of the way and guide you through the process.
At Armstrong Simmonds Architects, we take a comprehensive approach to delivering our design solutions. The stages of our collaboration will vary depending on the services you select, but the general process typically includes the following steps:
To establish your design sensibilities, we will arrange a meeting either in-person or via zoom to define your vision and assess the potential of your property. If your proposal has particular challenges crucial to achieving planning permission, a planning consultant can be instructed to assess design viability.
Following the briefing stage, we provide preliminary design options for your approval. Once a design option has been agreed upon, the concept design can be further refined according to your needs and the relevant planning constraints prior to submission.
To help visualise the proposals, we can produce 3D models to provide realistic spatial representations of the designed spaces. These models can also be used to better convey the project aspirations to the council’s case officer.
Once drawings are approved and relevant documents are finalised, we will submit to the Local Council on your behalf. After submission, we will liaise with the assigned case officer to monitor the progress of the application.
We provide planning architectural services throughout London.
We have a number of contractors that we have worked with on previous projects that we will put you in touch with at the tendering stage.
Yes, we also provide interior architecture services, should you require further specification and details, we can collaborate with an interior designer to deliver your dream home.
