Whether it’s a garden office, a home gym, a games room the possibilities are almost endless when it comes to what an outbuilding can offer you and your home.

In terms of outbuilding design again the possibilities are almost endless, owing to their nature of being detached from the host property there is usually a lot of flexibility when it comes to their external look, as with extensions there are permitted development rights in place that will allow you to potentially design and construct an outbuilding without formal planning permission.If you’re thinking about an outbuilding project or you’re unsure about how to go about your outbuilding design, take a read of the below to get you started on your journey.

Outbuilding Design and Planning PermissionA more standard planning application and therefore full planning permission may be the route if you are looking at an outbuilding design that doesn’t comply with the permitted development guidance.

We would always encourage our clients to maximise the potential of their outbuilding design and allow that to dictate the method of approval rather than the opposite.The possibilities are almost endless when it comes to the outbuilding design and planning permission.

That’s not to say you can design whatever you want, you will need to ensure that any proposal complies with your local authority’s planning and design guidance to ensure that your proposal will be approved.It may be that certain designs would not be accepted due to local architecture or that certain material choices would not be viewed favorably by your local authority, therefore it is vitally important that this guidance is reviewed before the outbuilding design process begins.Our experience suggests that by handling the outbuilding design process this way we can ensure that we maximise the potential of our project whilst also ensuring a smooth stress-free planning process, any delays at this stage can set the project timeline back a substantial amount.  

GBS Architectural - Architectural Design London - House Extensions South London With over 20 years of experience within the industry, we are the perfect choice for you and your architectural project.

We are an architectural design firm that specialises in residential projects ranging from house extensions to loft conversions, new build homes, and small-scale residential developments.We offer the full range of architectural design services within the residential architectural sector in London.

Whether you need a design drawing for planning permission or technical drawings for building control approval we can assist you.

We love to be involved in any type of project if you’re looking for multiple house extensions or a new outbuilding our team is a perfect choice.

Our aim is to make what could be a complex process simple by acting as your single point of contact throughout the entire process.With decades of experience handling all aspects of residential architectural design projects, we have built up a portfolio of projects.

Take a look at several of our projects below or on our projects page where you’ll find house extensions, loft extensions, outbuildings, and small-scale residential developments.

South London ArchitectureGBS – one of the most dynamic, compassionate and collaborative firms of architectural designers in London.With a team of highly experienced and enthusiastic architectural designers in London, we at GBS create impactful projects with aesthetic integrity and an enduring design style.We are a full planning consultancy providing the best architectural designs for residential projects across South London.

Through a perpetual exploration of holistic functions and vital components, we implement a transparent, thoughtful, and precise design process that promotes perfection and sustainability.Our designers celebrate every client’s unique vision through context and on-going conversation to drive every one of our projects which is why we believe in the importance of having a collaborative approach.

We have a team of experienced architectural designers who play a pivotal role in leading technological design from concept through to completion.From extensions to loft conversions, building surveys to planning permission for new bespoke homes, we at GBS have the know-how, resources and track record to ensure your South London architectural project remains flawless and seamless.

With our close partnership with top Wimbledon professionals, builders and other tradespeople, by working with us, you can expect a well-managed personable service.Our architectural designers in London are truly committed to the mind-set that each element of design must contribute to the broader context with an ability to influence positive change to both our clients lives and the environment.

GBS Architectural – How Can We Help You?Light – Increase the incoming light into your propertyEasier – Easier than moving homeApproval – Planning Permission is not always requiredValue – Increase the potential value of your homeEnergy – Increase the energy efficiency of your homeSpace – Provide you with space your home needs  Loft Conversion South London The above is a broad outline of how a loft conversion can benefit you.

To gain a better understanding of the exact benefits you are likely to see or the potential constraints on your property we would suggest you send us an email or give us a call and we would be happy to discuss your project with you.From there we can provide you with a more detailed outline of the benefits specific to your property in addition to outlining the process you will need to go through to get from the initial conception stage.

We will also aim to provide you with several loft conversion ideas to help maximise the potential of your loft conversion and ensure that it not only satisfies your needs today but into the future.GBS Architectural is London based CIAT chartered residential architecture practise with offices in Wimbledon.

We specialise in handling the entire architectural process (conception, planning, technical, tendering, contract administration/project management) of all residential projects such as house extensions, loft conversions, outbuilding designs, and bespoke residential new-build homes.We provide a stress-free service that puts out client’s satisfaction at the forefront of our working relationship by acting as a single point of contact for our clients.If you would like us to help you with a new or existing project, please do get in touch.