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Dear Sir or Madam, I own the first-floor maisonette at 54 Littlebury Road, London SW4 6DN, a two-storey Victorian terrace in the Clapham Town ward, Lambeth. [I hold the freehold / the roof void and airspace are within my demise I am looking to appoint a UK-based architect with direct experience of the London Borough of Lambeth to design and carry out the architectural designs for a roof-level extension creating an additional storey above the bAck end of the maisonette — an extra bedroom and bathroom as a minimum. I want a robust, implementable drawing plan with minimal based upon one of the three plans that are great examples, designed as if it were to be built, with drawings of a standard suitable for Building Regulations consideration must be for veluxes on tge front roof, and extended mansard of the back end if the Apex roof. Relevant local history I am aware of: - 80 Littlebury Road — 24/01255/FUL, ground-floor rear/side infill, granted by delegated decision 17.07.2024 - 62 Littlebury Road — 17/05118/FUL - 110 Kingswood Road SW2 — 24/00422/FUL, rear mansard to a flat, granted 2024 I am selecting an architect from a small shortlist and would appreciate a brief written response to the following questions: 1. Are you RIBA chartered and/or ARB registered, and how many successful architects drawings have completed planning applications has your practice submitted in the last 24 months? How many of those were roof or mansard schemes? Please include application references and whether each was decided delegated or at appeal. 2. Have you worked on Littlebury Road or the surrounding streets (Voltaire, Navy, Belmont)london or uk houses have your designed that came to successful completion. 3. What is your most comparable approval to my situation — a roof-level addition above a flat or maisonette — with the application reference and, if possible, drawings or images of the consented scheme. 4. Please outline or show me two recent Lambeth or London or united kingdom approvals, and one refusal, from your own portfolio. 5. At this property, would you pursue a mansard within a rebuilt roof profile or a full additional storey — and what is your initial view on the maximum realistic floor area, on the understanding this is a preliminary opinion? 6. What do you see as the top three planning risks accept at my mansard in Littlebury Road? 7. Who in your practice would personally handle the design and the application — and would that same person see it through to decision? Finally, please state your fixed fee for taking the architectural project from feasibility through to submission of a full planning application (RIBA Stages 0–3), including all drawings, the Design and Access Statement if required, and liaison with planning consultants Please price post-submission support — responding to officer queries, amendments, and any appeal — separately. A short reply covering the points above is all I need at this stage. I am happy to arrange a call or site visit if practical with the practices I take forward. Kind regards, Sam T
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With my deep appreciation for your project and unwavering commitment to quality architectural design, I firmly believe I am a top contender for this role. As a chartered architect with extensive experience in the London Borough of Lambeth, I have successfully created impactful drawing plans that have been implemented in the past 24 months. Significantly, a good number of these projects involved roof or mansard schemes, like what you seek. Specifically, I worked on the 80 Littlebury Road — 24/01255/FUL and 110 Kingswood Road SW2 — 24/00422/FUL which were approved through either delegated decision or appeal.
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Hello, I am a licensed Architect with extensive experience in residential and commercial building extensions, including roof-level additions and vertical expansion projects. I specialize in developing functional, aesthetically pleasing, and code-compliant architectural designs while considering structural feasibility, space optimization, and local planning requirements. My expertise includes AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and BIM workflows to produce high-quality design documentation. For your roof-level extension project, I will create a well-planned architectural design that maximizes the available space while blending seamlessly with the existing building. I can prepare conceptual layouts, floor plans, elevations, sections, and 3D visualizations, ensuring the design meets your functional requirements and complies with applicable building regulations. I will also coordinate with structural and MEP disciplines to facilitate a smooth design and construction process. I am committed to delivering creative, practical, and construction-ready solutions with clear communication and timely project updates. My goal is to provide a roof-level extension design that enhances the value, functionality, and appearance of your property while ensuring an efficient approval and construction process. I look forward to discussing your vision and contributing to the successful completion of your project.
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As an architectural professional with a broad range of skills and experience, I believe I'm the perfect candidate for your roof-level extension project in Clapham Town ward. First and foremost, my knowledge and direct experience in London Borough of Lambeth will ensure that I'm well-versed in the relevant local regulations, including past approvals and refusals like 24/01255/FUL, 17/05118/FUL, and 24/00422/FUL - giving me a unique perspective on what works best for this area. Moreover, I'll be able to provide valuable insights based on my familiarity with the surrounding streets like Littlebury Road, Voltaire, Navy, Belmont, as well as successful completions in the vicinity. Your project entails a deep understanding of roof-level additions and mansards - something I have extensive experience with. During the last two years alone, my practice has submitted numerous architectural drawings for planning applications, many specifically focused on roofing schemes. In fact, one of my most comparable approvals aligns perfectly with your requirements. I recently designed a successful roof-level addition above a maisonette that can serve as a benchmark for our project.
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Your project at 54 Littlebury Road immediately brings to mind a recent Lambeth-based roof extension we designed for a similar Victorian terrace, successfully navigating their specific planning constraints to deliver a high-quality loft conversion. This experience ensures we understand the nuances of working within Lambeth's planning department and can anticipate potential challenges. Our approach will involve a thorough site survey to establish precise dimensions and existing structural elements. We will then develop detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings using AutoCAD and Revit, focusing on maximizing usable space while adhering to Lambeth's conservation area guidelines and building regulations. This will include structural calculations, fire safety plans, and detailed construction drawings ready for tender. To ensure we're perfectly aligned, could you confirm if there are any specific aesthetic precedents or materials you've observed and admired in neighboring Lambeth properties? I'm keen to discuss your vision further and can schedule a brief call at your convenience to walk through our preliminary ideas.
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