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Affordable Architectural Designer in London for Homeowners

Looking for an architectural designer in London for a house extension, loft conversion or renovation? Draw & Plan specialises in residential architectural design, planning drawings and Building Regulations drawings for homeowners across Greater London.

We provide planning and technical drawing services for house extensions, home extensions and loft conversions—with fixed fees from £950 + VAT.

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Services & pricing

Architectural drawings from £950 + VAT

Choose the package that matches the stage of your project. All prices are fixed and agreed up front.

Planning Drawings

£1,250

+ VAT · measured survey included

  • Existing and proposed drawings
  • Site and location plans
  • Planning submission and management

Building Regulations

£950

+ VAT

  • Building Regulations drawing set
  • Construction details
  • Written specification
Most popular

Planning + Building Regs

£1,650

+ VAT · measured survey included

  • Full planning drawing pack
  • Building Regulations drawings
  • Planning submission and management

Structural design packages from our affiliated structural engineer start at £395 (no VAT) for a simple extension.

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Need existing drawings first?

Measured Building Surveys from £750 + VAT

Accurate floor plans, roof plan, elevations and a section, delivered in DWG and PDF.

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Our process

From quote to approval

  1. Step 01
    Get a quote

    Send your address and project details. We check the planning constraints before providing a clear fixed-fee quote.

  2. Step 02
    Survey

    Your architectural designer visits your property to complete the measured survey and discuss the design with you on site.

  3. Step 03
    Drawings

    We prepare the planning and Building Regulations drawings you need.

  4. Step 04
    Approval

    We submit the application and manage it through the approval process.

Why choose Draw & Plan

Why Choose an Affordable Architectural Designer?

By focusing on residential projects and operating efficiently, we provide the planning and technical drawing services many homeowners need at a significantly lower cost than many traditional architectural practices.

Every drawing set and planning application is personally handled by the director, so you always know who is working on your project.

Since 2014
Residential drawing specialists
1,000+
Projects completed
4.9★
Google rating
Fixed fees
Clear pricing agreed up front
London-wide
All London boroughs covered
Managed
Planning application management included

Choosing the right service

Do I Need an ARB-Registered Architecture Firm?

Many house extensions, loft conversions and residential renovations do not require you to appoint an ARB-registered architecture firm. The right choice depends on the project's complexity and the level of service you need. Read our guide to choosing an ARB-registered architecture firm or architectural designer for an extension.

Architectural designer

Suitable for many homeowner projects

An experienced residential architectural designer is often suitable when you need a measured survey, design development, planning drawings, Building Regulations drawings and application management for an extension, loft conversion or renovation.

ARB-registered architecture firm

Consider for more complex briefs

You may prefer an ARB-registered architecture firm for a highly complex new build, sensitive heritage project or a wider appointment that includes detailed design, consultant coordination, tendering and construction-stage contract administration.

Sample projects

Recent London projects

Plan sets we prepared and completed builds from the same projects.

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Helpful answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an ARB-registered architecture firm for an extension?

Many house extensions do not require you to appoint an ARB-registered architecture firm. An experienced residential architectural designer can prepare the planning drawings, Building Regulations drawings and application documents needed for a typical domestic extension.

What’s the difference between an ARB-registered architecture firm and an architectural designer?

An ARB-registered architecture firm may provide a broad range of design, consultant coordination and construction-stage services. An architectural designer can provide the focused architectural design and drawing services many homeowners need. For a domestic project, the practical question is whether the provider has the right residential experience and can prepare the planning and technical information required.

Are your drawings suitable for planning permission?

Yes. Our planning packages include the existing and proposed drawings, site information and supporting documents commonly required for a householder planning application, Lawful Development Certificate or Prior Approval application.

Can you submit the planning application?

Yes. We prepare, submit and manage householder planning applications, Lawful Development Certificate applications and Prior Approval applications on your behalf.

Do you cover all London boroughs?

Yes. We provide residential architectural design, measured surveys, planning drawings and Building Regulations drawings across Greater London and all London boroughs.

What happens after planning permission?

The next stage is usually to prepare Building Regulations drawings, obtain any required structural calculations and submit the technical package to Building Control before construction progresses.

Do you provide Building Regulations drawings too?

Yes. We prepare detailed Building Regulations plans, construction details and written specifications for extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions and internal refurbishments.

How much do architectural drawings cost?

Building Regulations drawings typically start from £950 + VAT, while combined planning and Building Regulations packages typically start from £1,650 + VAT. Measured building surveys start from £750 + VAT.

Can my builder work from the drawings?

Yes. Our Building Regulations packages include technical plans, construction details and a written specification for your builder. Where applicable, they should be read alongside structural calculations and Building Control instructions.

How long do the drawings take?

Planning drawings are typically issued within seven days of the measured survey. Building Regulations drawing times vary with the project’s complexity and the availability of structural or other specialist information.

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Clear, fixed fees from an established residential drawing practice serving London homeowners since 2014 and rated 4.9 on Google. Tell us about your project through our Contact page.

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