Pre-construction
Residential and commercial renovation specialists in London
Getting a renovation project off the ground might feel like a challenge, but we’ve got a full suite of pre-construction services that make this part of your project seamless. When talking about the pre-construction phase of a project, we’re referring to all of the intricacies that need to be accounted for before contractors start working on the site.
Our pre-construction stages
Your vision
In order to start your renovation project with us, we need to build a clear understanding of the vision that you have in mind for your space. We will use our in-depth consultation process with you to learn more about what you are looking for. Your project manager will pay careful attention to ensure your ideas are passed onto our designers, and from here we will find ways to incorporate them into the brief we create for you.
When sharing your vision for the project, you should also tell us about any special requirements that you have. By doing so, we will be able to find ways to ensure that your renovation project exceeds your expectations.
Site analysis
Once you have established a clear vision for the project, the next step is to conduct a thorough site analysis. Our site analysis process is made up of several different considerations, and each is of equal importance:
Location
Your site analysis will involve an evaluation of the location of your project, looking at the property’s boundaries, entrances and exits, and its surroundings.
Typography
We will also assess the topography of the site where the renovations will take place, ensuring that the surface is safe for work.
Environmental regulations
In some areas, there are specific environmental standards that apply to construction works, so we will assess the site with this criteria in mind if it’s applicable.
This process is essential for ensuring the planned work is safe, and that it satisfies all necessary legal requirements; and proceeding without this kind of input could jeopardise your home renovation project.
Design development
Once you’ve explored the initial vision for your home or commercial renovation project with us, your dedicated project manager will share your thoughts with key contacts across our team. From briefing in trusted architects and creating initial impressions, to sharing your brief with our expert contractors and interior designers; we’ll gather all of the input necessary to create a plan of action.
Whether your project involves extending an existing room, or build an entirely new space, you’ll benefit from having architectural input on your plans. This is especially important in regards to the safety and integrity of any construction work to be carried out. Whether you’re planning a full home renovation, or simply adding a loft extension to your property, you’ll benefit from having this type of specialist input.
We work closely with RIBA accredited architects who can provide architectural drawings suitable for Landlord Submission, Heritage and Planning Permission applications, and they will present plans for your project that also account for all relevant building regulations and feasibility requirements.
Planning permission
Planning permission is mandatory for most types of home renovations. Our project managers will submit your planning application, and you can read more about this in our residential planning permission guide. Some of the common types of approvals that you might need to secure include:
- Full plans application
- Building notice application
- Regularisation application
- Building permit
How we work together
When you choose to start a project with us, you will work closely with one of our project managers. They will navigate through every step of the pre-construction stage, accounting for complex legalities, submitting your planning application, and passing your design plans to relevant members of our wider team. We will communicate our progress with you consistently, keeping you informed at every stage of the project.
From here, we’ll begin the construction phase of the work.
Type of projects we work on