A Neighbourhood on the Rise – And Ready for Thoughtful Design
Neasden is evolving. Long-standing family homes, generous plots, and a growing appetite for change mean there’s real momentum here – and smart architecture can help shape it.
At DOR Architects, we work with homeowners and developers ready to make the most of Neasden’s space, infrastructure and planning potential. Whether you’re opening up a 1930s semi on Cairnfield Avenue, developing a mews plot near Tanfield Avenue, or remodelling a mixed-use property along Neasden Lane, we bring clarity, confidence and design rigour to every project.
“‘It’s solid. It’s got space. Now we want to make it ours.’ That’s the kind of brief we often hear in Neasden – and exactly the kind of project we love.”
Where We Work in Neasden
We serve clients across NW10, including:
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Neasden Lane, Chartley Avenue & Tanfield Avenue: Infill homes, mews-style developments and change of use schemes
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Birch Grove, Cairnfield Avenue & Dog Lane: House extensions, loft conversions and refurbishments
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Denzil Road, Braemar Avenue & the North Circular fringe: Plot feasibility, backland housing and high-performance upgrades
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Neighbouring areas like Dollis Hill & Stonebridge: Mixed-use planning support, retrofit schemes and volume householder work
We know the local housing stock, the planning appetite, and how to position a proposal that makes sense to Brent — and to future occupiers.
Planning in Neasden: What You Should Know
Neasden sits within the London Borough of Brent, which is actively encouraging new housing supply — especially on small sites and underutilised land.
Key planning considerations include:
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Support for small-site housing and infill schemes, subject to daylight and neighbour impact
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Permitted development potential, though Article 4 may apply in some conservation edges
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Commercial-to-residential conversions, under Class MA or full planning
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Highway access, bin storage and amenity space requirements, especially on corner or backland plots
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Space standards and quality benchmarks, especially for flats and subdivided units
We assess each site’s potential carefully — and help you build a strategy that aligns with local precedent, not just policy.
Why Choose DOR Architects in Neasden?
Because getting the most from a site means making the right decisions early — and designing with purpose.
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Strong Brent planning track record, from single homes to multi-unit infill
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Feasibility-led advice ideal for developers, investors and build-to-rent landlords
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Smart design for cost-effective construction using 3D BIM from day one
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Interior and layout design included, for better use of compact space
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From concept to site, we’re with you every step of the way
This is architecture for people who value uplift, clarity and design that actually gets built.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Planning Strategy
We start with clear, no-nonsense advice on what’s viable — technically, financially and in policy terms. -
Design & Submission
All drawings, statements and application materials tailored to Brent’s expectations — and designed to persuade. -
Detail & Coordination
We resolve structure, lighting, layouts and joinery in one coordinated, builder-ready package. -
Build Support
We stay on to support delivery — or help tender and oversee construction depending on your needs.
Let’s Build Something Smart in Neasden
From quiet family upgrades to small site developments, we help clients unlock real value with architecture that’s sharp, strategic and buildable.
Architecture with purpose — built for the next chapter of Neasden.
FAQs – Neasden Architecture & Planning
Often, yes. Brent encourages small sites where they don’t impact neighbours and comply with space standards.
Yes — in most cases. We handle permitted development checks, planning applications and full design packages.
Yes — especially on older commercial frontages or redundant retail. We guide you through the risks and process.
Yes — from layouts and lighting to storage, joinery and materials. It’s all part of our add-on Interiors package.