hitchcock architects ltd

Who we are
Hitchcock Architects specialise in residential extensions and major renovations, one-off new build housing, commercial and community buildings.


The practice is based in Sunbury-on-Thames, with work split primarily between extensions and major refurbishments within the London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames and surrounding boroughs, as well as one off houses in the local villages surrounding Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk (where Andrew has strong family and business connections).


We have comprehensive knowledge of these local planning authorities. Andrew has over 20 years of professional experience and is skilled at analysing site constraints/ planning history, and proposing meaningful design solutions that meet local authority validation requirements. Our technical knowledge and development experience means that proposals are practical, buildable, and designed to meet a budget.



What we do

We offer a full architectural service from initial ideas, all the way through to administering the contract, and completion on site:

• Pre-purchase advice

• Feasibility studies

• Planning/ Certificate of lawful development/ Prior Approval submissions

• Building Regulation drawings and specifications

• Detailed drawings and specification/ schedules

• Tender documentation

• Contract Preparation

• Contract Administration


Whether it’s contemporary or traditional, a residential extension, new build, commercial

development or community building, our projects come in a variety of scales and forms:


• New build houses

• Extensions/ major refurbishments & outbuildings

• Development

• Commercial

• Community

• Consultancy



Our approach

We start by listening carefully to the client, taking time to clarify the brief to get to the very heart of what is wanted.


Using our experience and expertise we develop and create solutions that reflect and meet an individual client’s brief, as well as respond to each unique site.


We like to combine traditional locally sourced materials with new or innovative materials, and contrast contemporary design and technology with traditional building techniques in keeping and sympathetic to the local environment.


We do not impose design solutions on people. We like to be flexible and open minded in our approach.


We believe that good design, working closely with, and being open and honest with our clients, and builders, is the key to success, and should provide ongoing referrals and repeat commissions.


Ideally, we like to see our designs through to the completion of building work on site, however we are happy to work one stage at a time so clients do not have to make a large commitment from the outset.


Our projects typically have a construction value upwards of £150k. We do take on some smaller projects but fees are usually fixed and reflect anticipated time, and not a % of the construction budget.



What makes us different?

When you work with Hitchcock Architects, you always get the highest standard of service and attention to detail.


We believe communication is key. We are highly responsive answering queries you may have during the process, and with builders when projects reach site.


We work hard to deliver client satisfaction, and always provide an honest response to any question or idea in a timely and proactive manner.






Hitchcock Architects Ltd is registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 9522657

Contact

If you are looking to renovate your home, embark on a new build, or planning to refurbish a commercial development or community building, then we are on hand to start the process, and would love to hear about your project. Please get in touch

T: 01932 783280
M: 07855 522478
E: andrew@hitchcockarchitects.co.uk

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