Residential Architectural Design Services
At James Scott Associates, we provide thoughtful, technically robust residential architectural design services for homeowners, developers and property investors.
Our designs balance creativity with buildability, ensuring proposals are practical, compliant and suited to the way people actually live in their homes. From initial concept through to construction-ready information, we guide clients through a clear and well-managed design process.
Residential Projects We Work On
We regularly provide architectural services for:
- House extensions
- Loft conversions
- Internal alterations and remodelling
- New build homes
- Residential developments and conversions
Whether improving an existing home or designing a new property, our advice is tailored to your brief, budget and long-term plans.
RIBA-Aligned Design Process
Our residential design services follow the RIBA Plan of Work, allowing support at individual stages or across the full project lifecycle.
Concept & Outline Design (RIBA Stages 0–2)
- Initial feasibility and design advice
- Measured building surveys
- Site and planning constraints analysis
- Concept layouts and design options
- Early coordination with planning considerations
Technical Design (RIBA Stages 3–4)
- Fully developed layouts and details
- Planning drawings
- Building Regulations drawings
- Construction details designed with buildability in mind
Measured Surveys & 3D Design
Accurate existing information underpins good residential design. We provide:
- Measured surveys
- Existing plans, elevations and sections
- Point cloud surveys where higher accuracy is required
- 3D models and rendered images to help visualise proposals
These services are particularly valuable for extensions, loft conversions and properties with Party Wall considerations.
