Services

Robson Everett provides an extensive range of architectural services, guiding you from initial ideas and concepts through to project completion. As highly experienced principal designers, we prioritise ensuring a smooth and stress-free process by offering tailored solutions, specifically customised to the unique needs of your project. Our team takes the time to clearly outline the next steps, your involvement in the process, and the associated fees, ensuring transparency at every stage.

Residential Architecture

Complete Service

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Adding more space to your home gives you the opportunity to remodel and reshape the way it functions. An extension, combined with thoughtful architecture, can make a significant difference to your property and the way you live in it. Robson Everett Architecture supports clients with initial designs, detailed drawings, planning and building regulations, as well as project management.

  • Our private residential architectural team has a wide range of expertise, including sympathetic period building additions, the creation of dynamic family spaces, and contemporary extensions and remodelling. Whether adding a kitchen, dining area, bedrooms, or creating stunning open-plan modern living spaces, our ethos centres around listening to and working with you.

  • Offering insight from previous projects and local knowledge, we strongly believe in adding architectural value and merit. At Robson Everett, our ethos centres on providing individual service for individual projects. A client can choose to work with us through a variety of stages, as outlined below.

    • Initial Consultation
      A visit to your house or site to carry out an initial appraisal.

    • Team Introduction
      Meet our team of designers and confirm the project brief.

    • Concept Design
      Design and prepare sketch scheme options based on your brief, for discussion with you.

    • Developed Design
      Refine the preliminary scheme for your approval and begin preparing documents for the planning application process.

    • Technical Design
      Prepare a set of 1:50 scale general arrangement drawings and construction notes, and submit a full Building Regulation Application to Building Control.

    • Tendering & Construction
      Prepare construction drawings, detailed specifications, and a scope of works to enable accurate pricing by contractors. This stage also includes preparing and administering a building contract between you and your chosen contractor.

New Builds

Your Dream Home Design Made a Reality

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Building a new home offers a range of benefits, including a personalised space and style tailored to your lifestyle. It can be unique and comfortable, while also incorporating modern, sustainable design features to improve energy efficiency and reduce long-term costs. We specialise in planning a variety of new builds to meet the specific needs of each client, with every project offering its own unique challenges and advantages.

  • The home building process begins with a consultation to discuss your ideas and requirements. This allows us to understand your project and provide guidance on what is achievable within your budget and any land constraints. Once you are happy with the concept, we move on to the design and planning phase, where we create bespoke designs and manage the necessary planning approvals to comply with local regulations. After the plans are approved, we oversee the construction process, working closely with contractors to ensure the project runs smoothly, stays on schedule, and meets the highest quality standards.

    Here are key types of new builds we focus on:

    • Custom Homes — A custom home is a personalised design tailored to your needs and lifestyle. It offers Essex residents full control over the layout, materials, and finishes, ensuring complete satisfaction with the final result.

    • Spec Homes — Spec homes are built for quick sale, following current market trends. They are move-in ready and include modern features that appeal to buyers seeking convenience.

    • Eco-Friendly Homes — Eco-friendly homes focus on sustainability and energy efficiency. They incorporate renewable materials and technologies to reduce environmental impact, create a healthier living environment, and lower utility costs.

  • New dwellings require full planning permission. This process typically takes around eight weeks and involves a submission fee of £588 plus an £85 administration charge. New builds generally come with conditions attached, which will need to be discharged. RobsonEverett can assist with this through our in-house expertise or by coordinating with specialist consultants.

Extensions

Solutions for Your Extension Needs

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Looking to create more living space? ROBSON EVERETT specialises in bespoke home extensions across Essex, London, and the surrounding counties, offering expert guidance throughout the process. By working closely with clients, our team tailors each design to suit individual needs. Whether it's a spacious kitchen extension or an inviting lounge, transforming your home is a valuable investment.

  • Exploring different types of home extensions can significantly enhance the liveability of your property. With a focus on innovative design, sustainable solutions, and seamless project management, we offer both partial and full-service options to plan and build your new extension.

    • Single-Storey Extensions – These provide additional ground-floor space, ideal for expanding kitchens, living rooms, or dining areas, while maintaining a convenient flow throughout your home.

    • Double-Storey Extensions – Perfect for families needing more space, these extensions add room both upstairs and downstairs, balancing additional bedrooms or bathrooms with spacious living areas.

    • Wrap-Around Extensions – This versatile design combines both side and rear extensions to create an L-shaped layout, perfect for maximising square footage in open-plan living.

    • Rear and Side Extensions – Whether extending the back or side of your home, these options offer flexibility to personalise your living space by making the most of available outdoor areas.

  • The process starts with a free, no-obligation consultation, allowing our team to assess your project’s feasibility. During this initial discussion, we focus on your goals and ideas. Our skilled designers help you explore various creative options while ensuring practicality within your time and budget constraints. We also guide you in navigating the planning policies, helping to streamline the extension planning application process. This collaborative approach ensures your home extension is brought to life through smooth, efficient project execution.

Loft Conversions

Make The Most Of Your Home

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Loft conversions are increasingly popular in Essex, as families look to enhance their living space. ROBSON EVERETT specialises in bespoke design and planning for loft conversions tailored to your needs. Whether you're after a stylish bedroom, a modern office, or a playroom, a well-executed loft conversion can significantly improve your quality of life. Discover how RobsonEverett Architecture can transform your loft into a valuable asset.

  • Exploring the various types of loft conversions can help you determine which design best suits your needs. Each option offers unique benefits, tailored to different spaces and preferences. Here are the main types of loft conversions available:

    • Dormer Loft Conversions — This style extends outward from the existing roof, creating additional headroom. Dormers enhance visibility and functionality, making them ideal for bedrooms or bathrooms.

    • Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversions — This conversion transforms a sloping roof into a vertical gable, maximising internal space. It increases the overall loft volume, allowing for additional living areas and improved natural light.

    • Mansard Loft Conversions — Featuring a flat roof with steeply sloped sides, Mansard conversions add significant space and height. They are ideal for creating expansive, open-plan interiors or stylish living accommodation.

    • Velux Loft Conversions — This option involves installing skylights within the existing roof structure.

    • Velux conversions enhance natural light and ventilation, typically requiring minimal structural alteration.

  • The loft conversion process begins with an initial consultation, during which our team discusses your ideas and aspirations for the space. This helps us understand your needs and gather essential information about the property.

    Next is the design and planning phase, where we develop detailed plans and manage any required planning permissions, ensuring full compliance with local regulations.

    Once the design is approved, the construction and project management phase begins. RobsonEverett Architecture oversees the entire building process, coordinating with contractors to ensure timely delivery and high-quality results. Our focus is on providing a seamless experience from start to finish.

Garage Conversions

Create New Spaces

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RobsonEverett understands the unique requirements of garage conversions in Essex and provides expert guidance throughout the process. From design to planning permission, each project is handled with care to ensure full compliance with local regulations. Embrace the potential of your garage and unlock new possibilities within your home.

  • If you're planning a garage conversion project, we work closely with you to ensure your unique requirements are met. We specialise in all types of garage conversions, including:

    • Single Garage Conversions – A single garage conversion transforms a one-car space into a practical room. This option is ideal for creating home offices, playrooms, or guest bedrooms, enhancing your home's overall functionality.

    • Double Garage Conversions – Converting a double garage offers generous space for larger rooms. Homeowners can design multifunctional areas such as home cinemas, gyms, or spacious living rooms, significantly increasing the value of the property.

    • Detached Garage Conversions – Detached garages present unique opportunities for conversion. These standalone structures can be transformed into studios or self-contained apartments, providing additional rental income or comfortable guest accommodation.

  • The Garage Conversion Process
    The garage conversion process begins with a consultation, where we discuss your ideas and goals. This meeting helps us understand your vision and requirements.

    Next, we move into the design and planning phase. Our designers create detailed drawings that comply with local regulations and support any necessary planning applications. This ensures your project meets all standards while being tailored to your needs.

    Once the design is approved, construction begins. RobsonEverett Architecture manages the entire process, ensuring timelines are met and quality is maintained. We keep you informed every step of the way to ensure a smooth transition from garage to living space.

    Applying for a Garage Conversion
    Garage conversions typically require one of two types of application: a Lawful Development Certificate or Householder Planning Permission.

    A Lawful Development Certificate falls under Permitted Development rights, which set out specific criteria allowing a project to proceed without full planning permission. This application usually takes around eight weeks, with a submission fee of £129 + £70 admin + VAT.

    Most garage conversions qualify under Permitted Development, which helps streamline the approval process. If your project does not meet the criteria, you will need to apply for Householder Planning Permission instead. This application carries a fee of £528 + £85 admin and typically takes about eight weeks for the local authority to make a decision.

Listed Building Consents

Enhance Your Home

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RobsonEverett has extensive knowledge of listed and historic buildings. We expertly guide you through the application process, helping you realise your vision while ensuring a sympathetic approach to the original structure—preserving it for future generations.

  • We provide comprehensive architectural services for owners of historic buildings. We are passionate about repairing and preserving our built heritage, while enhancing its value through sustainable practices. We recognise that many listed buildings serve as homes, and that churches play a vital role as community hubs. The team at RobsonEverett has extensive experience working on projects involving Grade II* and Grade II listed structures.

  • With our local expertise in the unique architectural styles of Essex and Suffolk, we understand the history of the buildings we work with and can quickly suggest ways to meet our clients' needs. As every building and client is unique, we follow a clear, step-by-step process outlined below:

    • Initial Consultation – To visit your home or site and understand your requirements.

    • Heritage Feasibility & Appraisal – To provide informal advice on alterations and additions to a listed building (including pre-purchase assessments for listed buildings or non-designated heritage assets).

    • Team Introduction – Meet our team of designers and heritage specialists to confirm the brief.

    • Historic Building Surveys – Carried out at levels 1–3 in accordance with Historic England guidelines.

    • Archaeological Assessment – To assess the viability and sensitivity of potential archaeology within the setting of a historic site.

    • Heritage Statement / Heritage Impact Assessment – To support listed building applications and proposals affecting the setting of heritage assets.

    • Concept Design – To design and prepare sketch scheme options, taking into account heritage constraints and opportunities.

    • Developed Design – To refine the preliminary scheme, gain your approval, and begin preparing documentation to support listed building and planning applications.

    • Technical Design – To prepare a set of 1:50 scale general arrangement drawings and construction notes, and submit a full Building Regulation application to Building Control. At this stage, we introduce our sister company, BSF Consulting Engineers, to provide structural calculations and detailed designs.

    • Repair / Methodology Statement – To satisfy planning conditions, if required.

    • Tendering & Construction – Preparation of construction drawings, detailed specifications, and a schedule of works to allow contractors to provide accurate, like-for-like quotations. We also prepare and administer a building contract between you and your chosen contractor.

Let’s Build.

From conceptualising to constructing, we’re ready to design your architectural dream. We promise a client-centric approach that empowers ideas, eases concerns, and delivers quality craftsmanship we’ll all be proud of.