Looking for an architect
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...in North Norfolk, with some experience with listed buildings.
We have been given an approved list from the council but, would prefer recommendation.
We are looking to extend and renovate a Grade 2 listed cottage and convert the outbuildings into an annexe.
The conservation officer has been very helpful. We had a site meeting last week and it was very encouraging.
Also, might need a few local tradesmen. Brickie and probably carpenter. I know some great ones in Herts but, it might be more economical to get locals in.
We have been given an approved list from the council but, would prefer recommendation.
We are looking to extend and renovate a Grade 2 listed cottage and convert the outbuildings into an annexe.
The conservation officer has been very helpful. We had a site meeting last week and it was very encouraging.
Also, might need a few local tradesmen. Brickie and probably carpenter. I know some great ones in Herts but, it might be more economical to get locals in.
threesixty said:
Whats your time frame?
I know just the person, but doubt he'd put pen to paper for at least 6months, he's gotta do our place first!
Can't wait that long! I know just the person, but doubt he'd put pen to paper for at least 6months, he's gotta do our place first!
Listed Building consent takes about 8 weeks. Ideally we need to have drawings well under way by end of Feb. Not to worry, I'll try a couple of architects from the council's list.
Ian, not moving until global warming has improved things a bit more
Probably when I retire.Phil, annexe will be for the daughters and their families
Try these:
http://www.medusadesign.co.uk
Lee is the guy to contac,
I Know they are based in suffolk, but sure they would be very competertive.
Sometimes when dealing with Planning Departments its best to use Architects outside of the Borough, that way the local Authority is dealing with an unknown entity and don't know how much they will give in thier negotiations. It can work to your advantage.
http://www.medusadesign.co.uk
Lee is the guy to contac,
I Know they are based in suffolk, but sure they would be very competertive.
Sometimes when dealing with Planning Departments its best to use Architects outside of the Borough, that way the local Authority is dealing with an unknown entity and don't know how much they will give in thier negotiations. It can work to your advantage.
This is my line of work!
Although haven't done any Listed building building work in England (I'm Scottish!)
Based in Sprowston so if you don't have any luck with the chap email me for a free quote!
Theres a really good old boy in North Norfolk Ian Witcombe or something and Listed properties are his speciality.
If its North Norfolk District Council you are dealing with then, they are a good bunch!
Just be glad you are not meeting with the Little Hitlers that call themselves South Norfolk Council!
Although haven't done any Listed building building work in England (I'm Scottish!)
Based in Sprowston so if you don't have any luck with the chap email me for a free quote!
Theres a really good old boy in North Norfolk Ian Witcombe or something and Listed properties are his speciality.
If its North Norfolk District Council you are dealing with then, they are a good bunch!
Just be glad you are not meeting with the Little Hitlers that call themselves South Norfolk Council!
Edited by herbialfa on Thursday 29th January 08:39
there is a good company based in cambridge Artek design ltd
www.artekdesign
01223 519086 stephen brown (my brother)!!!
www.artekdesign
01223 519086 stephen brown (my brother)!!!
prmoldoaks said:
Try these:
http://www.medusadesign.co.uk
Lee is the guy to contac,
I Know they are based in suffolk, but sure they would be very competertive.
Sometimes when dealing with Planning Departments its best to use Architects outside of the Borough, that way the local Authority is dealing with an unknown entity and don't know how much they will give in thier negotiations. It can work to your advantage.
Just an update incase anyone is thinking of something similar http://www.medusadesign.co.uk
Lee is the guy to contac,
I Know they are based in suffolk, but sure they would be very competertive.
Sometimes when dealing with Planning Departments its best to use Architects outside of the Borough, that way the local Authority is dealing with an unknown entity and don't know how much they will give in thier negotiations. It can work to your advantage.
All planning was approved last July and Patrick was dead right with his comments above.
Although we did not use the architects he suggested, the ones we chose were also outside the borough.
I call it a result when the conservation officer said he could not refuse planning, despite us wanting to remove more walls to the outbuildings than he would have liked!
An architect on the councils "list" would not have dared to suggest that.
So far we have been getting on very well with the conservation officer. He has been very helpful and very straight with us.
Hi
I can help on the trades side of things. I'm a carpenter/joiner with 20+ years experience and specialise in conversions and older properties. I'm currently working on a very large Grade II listed renovation in North Norfolk and you're more than welcome to come along and have a look at what we're doing.
I also have a network of associated trades that all work really well together and I can personally recommend.
For more details, please call Ian on 07710 421096/01603 754006.
Best wishes
Ian
I can help on the trades side of things. I'm a carpenter/joiner with 20+ years experience and specialise in conversions and older properties. I'm currently working on a very large Grade II listed renovation in North Norfolk and you're more than welcome to come along and have a look at what we're doing.
I also have a network of associated trades that all work really well together and I can personally recommend.
For more details, please call Ian on 07710 421096/01603 754006.
Best wishes
Ian
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