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A R C H I T E C T S

Perfection with a personal touch

Residential projects

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About us

Our ethos to provide “perfection with a personal

touch” is intrinsic in everything we do; from the

way we work, down to our hand written logo.

We operate in line with our strong beliefs which

ensure we deliver a consistent service on every job:-

>> The personal approach -

From the main Architect on the project, through

to the capable team in the office, we are always

on hand to deliver a smooth running project from

beginning to end.

>> Thorough design approach -

We design by insight, sensibility and are detailed

and meticulous in all our work. We translate

your needs into uniquely designed, practical

working solutions.

>> Pro-active communication -

We keep you abreast of all developments, so

if any issues do arise you can feel confident that

we are already finding a solution.

>> A financial focus - Your financial interests are

our priority and through design and cost control

we seek to improve the re-sale value of the

property.

Good relationships are important to Simon

Whitehead Architects and are the foundations

for a successful project.


We take pride and care in giving our Clients a professional and complete architectural service.


Step one

Step two Concept design

So having made the decision to appoint

us as your Architect we will then talk

further and assist in developing a brief

for the project.

A number of options are then created,

some that you might not have thought

possible and if necessary we provide

an understanding of the structural and

building requirements too.

How it all begins….. (no fee stage)

At our first meeting we endeavour to

meet face to face at the property. Here

we can discuss your hopes, dreams

and expectations of the project, while

at the same time cover the practicalities

of timescales and budget and clarify

any possible restrictions.

We listen carefully so that right from

the start we translate your requirements

and provide the right solution for you.


Arlington RoadBelow: before and after images


Step three Planning

Following on from step two a final

brief can be pulled together and scaled

plans drawn up ready for a planning

submission.

At this stage we will highlight if any

specialised consultants (not contractors!),

such as Quantity Surveyors, Structural

Engineers and Party Wall Surveyors.

>> Arlington Road

>> Site Analysis

>> Frank Dixson Way

We have used Simon Whitehead Architects twice, first for a kitchen extension and secondly, a first and second floor extension. Choosing them twice speaks of how highly we rated the first experience. We weren’t disappointed the second time either. Beautiful design, good natured responses to our endless questions (and ‘occasional’ changes of mind!), attention to detail and abundant time given to us and our project - these are the qualities we have enjoyed from SWA. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them or hire them again.

Greg and Kate Swift


>> Cliff Villas

Step fourFinal design

It is now time to pull all the pieces

together in relation to the design.

Final sign off on a number of areas

has been made so we can move

to the next stage of the project.

Step fiveConstruction drawings

Now we get down to the detail and

translate the designs into detailed

working documents.

These construction drawing are

used by the builder whilst on site

during the build.

>> Wells St. Mundy Offices

>> Rose Walk


Step sevenConstruction

Once the work starts on site we are

still involved in much of the day to

day goings on as we ensure everything

is going to plan and resolve any issues

that might arise.

Once everything has been completed

we don’t stop there as we like to see

the finished job and how the spaces

are being lived in. It certainly gives

everyone great satisfaction when

they can see the final end result

and use it as they had imagined.

Step sixTender process

Before we can get on site we

need to find the builder for the

job. The construction drawings

are issued out to a number of

contractors who provide a cost

breakdown and timeline on the

work for the project. At this stage

we will advise on the costings

and assist in the specifications

required. If the work is particularly

complicated we would recommend

using an independent Quantity

Surveyor.

We have an approved list of

builders, however some clients

already have someone who they

have worked with previously

or have been recommended.

These should also be included at

this stage.

We will oversee this process,

advise on contract type and as-

sist you with appointing a suitable

Contractor according to the needs

of the job.

Once this is done building work

can now commence.


We have been thrilled with the services of SWA through the whole build. SWA were thorough, diligent and reliable. They did a fabulous job of helping us through the pre-stages of the build and during the build. We are very grateful and would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending SWA to others.

Emma and Tom Robb


Step eightCompletion:


We have engaged SWA twice now for separate residential projects and were impressed with their creative ideas and practical solutions for common design issues. Their experience was invaluable and we’re both extremely pleased with the end result.

Nick Mair

London office

Unit 16

Blue Lion Place

237 Long Lane

London SE1 4PU

T: +44 (0)20 7183 1063

F: +44 (0)20 7691 7242

E: [email protected]

Company Reg No: 05531893.

Tunbridge Wells office

Studio One

Pantiles Chambers

85 High Street

Tunbridge Wells TN1 1XP

T: +44 (0)1892 800456

F: +44 (0)1892 800465

E: [email protected]

Director: Simon Whitehead BA (Hons) MArch RIBA ARBRegistered as an architect under the Architects Act 1997 Simon Whitehead Architects Limited, trading as Simon Whitehead ArchitectsRegistered Offices: Unit 16, Blue Lion Place, 237 Long Lane SE1 4PU


>> Simon Whitehead BA(Hons) BArch (Hons) PGDip RIBA

>> Aine Kelly BA(Hons) BArch (Hons PGDip RIBA

>> Sam Ainsley BArch (Hons) Dip Arch

>> Jim Fifield BA(Hons) BArch (Hons) PGDip RIBA

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