Home renovation and extension architects in Brighton and Sussex If you’re planning a house extension, renovation or new self-build, finding the right architect can be the critical first step. We’ve compiled some of the best residential architects in Brighton and the rest of Sussex to give you a starting point, and hopefully provide a little inspiration too…. Read more »
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Architect cost calculator
Architects’ fees calculator As a basic rule of thumb for private residential projects, a residential architect typically charges between 10-12% of the construction cost for full architectural services. Use our architect cost calculator below to estimate how much your architect may cost. We have also developed an extension cost calculator, which you can use here…. Read more »
Side Return Extensions: Advice & Inspiration
What is a side return extension? Side return extensions are most common in Victorian terrace houses where the original building leaves a strip of land on the side of the house making an L shaped garden. If you have lived in a house like this you are aware of how useless this dark, dingy passageway is…. Read more »
How long does it take to build an extension and should we move out?
Aside from cost, one of the first thoughts many people have when building a home extension is about how it will disrupt their everyday lives. This is a short guide to help you answer the questions: ‘How long does it take to build an extension?’ and ‘Do you need to move out when building an extension?’ Extensions pictured below from architects on… Read more »
How much does a new kitchen cost?
We surveyed our community of architects from all over the UK to help answer this question – how much does a new kitchen cost? Architect designed kitchen pictured above by Victoria, architect in East London. See her full profile and shortlist her practice for your home project here. ‘For a ‘typical’ 10m2 extension, how… Read more »
Best Sofa Bed Reviews updated for 2020
Best sofa bed reviews The sofa bed is one of the most difficult furniture purchases of get right. We have all slept on lumpy, creaky, uncomfortable ones. The ones where you and your partner roll into the middle and you have to try and roll back up the hill without causing serious squeekage! I’m currently… Read more »
How much value does a house extension add?
Work from Design for Me architects: (click to view their full profiles) Matt, Corin, Robert, Tom, Rashid, Giles Is it worthwhile extending your home right now? Planning rules have been relaxed In recent years the government have relaxed planning rules in regards to extensions. The changes have given homeowners more flexibility to improve and increase the… Read more »
Architects’ hourly rates
Hourly rates for architects from small residential practices range from £70-100 per hour depending on their experience, according to the most recent data published by The Fees Bureau (2022). Extension pictured above by Will, architect from East Sussex. Click here to see more and shortlist Will’s practice for your home project. Regional differences… Read more »
How much do roof conversions cost?
Image above: View Profile of Giles, architect of dormer loft conversions above We frequently get asked for cost guidance by homeowners on Design for Me. We would always encourage you to discuss designs and budgets with your architect or designer and then get quotes from builders, but we know that a rough starting point… Read more »
How much does a loft conversion cost?
We asked our UK-wide community of architects and designers on Design for Me – How much does a ‘typical’ loft conversion cost? Image above by Ayca, architectural designer on Design for Me. See her full profile here. As you can see, the estimates below vary significantly, which illustrates just how subjective this question is! However, if… Read more »