Colindale Architects
Architects in Colindale NW9
Developer-led schemes, modern refurbishments and planning-smart infill homes — designed with purpose in one of North West London’s fastest-growing areas.
Architects in Colindale NW9
Growth Meets Strategy in Colindale
Colindale is shifting fast. New apartment blocks, growing infrastructure, and borough-wide investment mean the area is increasingly on the radar of smart homeowners and developers looking for uplift. But to make the most of it, you need clarity — in planning, in design, and in delivery.
At DOR Architects, we support clients through every phase of that journey. Whether you’re considering a multi-unit backland development off Grahame Park Way, upgrading a flat in a new-build block near Colindale station, or testing feasibility on a garage plot near Watling Avenue, we guide the process with planning fluency and design care.
In Colindale, architecture needs to work hard — and look good doing it.
“‘We’ve got a site. It’s not huge. But it could really work.’ That’s the kind of call we get from Colindale — and we’re always glad to take it.”
Where We Work in Colindale
We design projects across NW9, including:
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Grahame Park, Aerodrome Road & Colindale Avenue: Developer-led new builds, residential feasibility and housing uplift schemes
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Booth Road, Montrose Avenue & Watling Avenue: Refurbishments, conversions and compact site infill
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Colindale Gardens & Beaufort Park schemes: Interior reconfigurations, planning upgrades and energy-efficient retrofits
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Border areas near Kingsbury, Hendon and Burnt Oak: Strategic change of use, extensions and plot maximisation
We understand both the opportunities and constraints that define this borough — and we know how to balance ambition with what’s realistically deliverable.
Planning in Colindale: What You Should Know
Colindale falls within the London Borough of Barnet, one of the UK’s most housing-focused councils. It’s a Growth Area, meaning greater density may be encouraged — but only when carefully handled.
Key planning considerations include:
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Support for new housing – especially where underused land is optimised
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Strict amenity, daylight and privacy requirements
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Backland and mews-style development policies, requiring careful design and access solutions
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Flat and maisonette conversions, subject to space and layout compliance
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Design and Materials Codes in new-build areas like Colindale Gardens
We design around what’s actually buildable — not just what looks good on paper.
Why Choose DOR Architects in Colindale?
Because this isn’t about architectural showmanship — it’s about smart design, planning certainty and long-term value.
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Deep experience with Barnet’s planning system and policies
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Feasibility-first approach ideal for developers and investors
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BIM-led design coordination for clarity, speed and accuracy
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Refined interiors and layout design for space efficiency and lifestyle value
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Proven delivery on multi-unit, infill and retrofit schemes
Whether you’re a first-time developer or an ambitious homeowner, we help turn your Colindale property into a smarter, better-performing asset.
Our Process
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Feasibility Review & Planning Insight
We assess the site or unit and advise on strategy, precedent and achievable outcomes. -
Design & Planning Application
We prepare drawings, planning statements and submission packs that meet Barnet’s expectations and design codes. -
Technical & Interior Design
Our process integrates structure, lighting, layouts and material palettes — ready for pricing and build. -
Build Support
We assist through tendering, contractor selection and construction oversight to keep your vision intact.
Let’s Build Something Strategic in Colindale
Whether it’s a plot that needs unlocking or a home that needs refinement, we bring the design experience, technical strength and planning insight to help you make it happen.
Smart, clear architecture for a growing Colindale.
FAQs – Colindale Architecture & Planning
Possibly — Barnet supports density where it respects neighbour amenity and urban grain. We’ll test feasibility first.
Yes, though some new-builds have restrictions. We help review leases, freeholder consents and planning potential.
If it meets Class MA or full planning rules, yes — we support applications with clear strategy and design rationale.
Absolutely. Joinery, kitchen layouts, lighting, materials and finishes can all be added as part of our add-on Interiors package.
Kilburn Architects
Architects in Kilburn NW6 & NW2
Creative conversions, smart infill homes and design-forward refurbishments – tailored for one of North London’s most dynamic, evolving neighbourhoods.
Architects in Kilburn NW6 & NW2
Making Space Where Others See Limits
Kilburn’s energy is unmistakable. A little rough around the edges, full of grit and history, and now – quietly – full of potential. From Victorian terraces ripe for reworking, to forgotten infill sites waiting for new life, this corner of North West London rewards ambition and intelligent design.
At DOR Architects, we help homeowners, landlords and developers reimagine what’s possible – without losing sight of what matters. Whether you’re extending a maisonette off Willesden Lane, converting a building near the High Road, or unlocking a backland site near Kilburn Park, we bring clarity, creativity and buildable solutions to every project.
“‘There’s potential here – if we can do it right.’ That’s the Kilburn brief in a nutshell. And that’s exactly what we’re good at.”
Where We Work in Kilburn
We work across NW6 and NW2, covering:
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Willesden Lane, Burton Road & Plympton Road: Extensions, roof conversions and spatial refurbishments
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Kilburn High Road & Cambridge Avenue: Commercial-to-residential conversions and developer feasibility
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Priory Park Road, Messina Avenue & Kingsgate Place: Garden infills, small sites and subdivision strategies
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Kilburn Park & Kilburn Vale Estates: Energy upgrades, remodelling, and DDA-compliant refurbishments
We know how to deliver good architecture in streets with tight margins, competing interests – and real potential.
Planning in Kilburn: What You Should Know
Kilburn straddles Brent and Camden councils – each with distinct planning priorities. Much of Kilburn lies outside conservation zones, offering real opportunity, but still subject to local policies on use, scale, and neighbour amenity.
Key planning considerations include:
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Article 4 restrictions in pockets of Brent and Camden
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Mixed-use and Class MA (commercial-to-resi) opportunities, especially on secondary retail frontages
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Flat and maisonette extensions, requiring sensitive layout and daylight handling
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Subdivision and HMO planning, subject to local standards and density checks
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Backland development, assessed on access, daylight and urban grain
We assess each site in context – and help you design proposals that feel both ambitious and achievable.
Why Choose DOR Architects in Kilburn?
Because doing it properly matters – especially in areas where planning margins are tight, and every square metre counts.
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Experience across both Camden and Brent boroughs
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Design-led feasibility for homeowners and urban developers
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BIM workflows for accuracy, cost-control and clear communication
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Integrated spatial and interior design
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Track record in compact schemes, conversions and infill builds
We help you make the most of your site, without overstepping what’s likely to get approved – or built well.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Planning Strategy
We look at your site or property and give you a clear route to planning – grounded in precedent, policy and buildability. -
Design & Application
Full drawing sets, design rationale and application documents tailored to Brent or Camden’s expectations. -
Detailed Design & Interiors
From structure and services to layouts and lighting – all fully integrated for better building and better living. -
Construction Oversight
We help keep your vision on track through tender, build and handover – with as much support as you need.
Let’s Make the Most of Your Kilburn Property
From small, strategic upgrades to full-scale developments, we help you unlock potential, design intelligently and build with confidence.
Architecture that’s clear, creative and ready to work – built for Kilburn.
FAQs – Kilburn Architecture & Planning
Possibly – under Class MA or full planning. We’ll assess viability based on access, space standards and frontage use.
Potentially. It depends on access, light, massing and local precedent. We’ve successfully delivered similar backland schemes in NW6.
Yes – but only with careful attention to neighbour light and layout standards. We specialise in working within Camden and Brent’s constraints.
Yes with our add-on Interior design package – our design process includes material palettes, joinery, lighting, and flow. Architecture and interiors go hand-in-hand.
Camden Town Architects
Architects in Camden Town NW1
Creative refurbishments, sharp infill developments and smart commercial-to-residential conversions – designed with precision and personality in one of London’s most vibrant districts.
Architects in Camden Town NW1
Design with Depth, in a Place Full of Character
Camden Town is loud on the surface – markets, music, colour, movement. But underneath, there’s a long tradition of considered architecture, from Georgian terraces to backland mews, Victorian shopfronts to 1970s social housing. This is not a place for generic. It’s a place for context-aware creativity.
At DOR Architects, we design homes, mixed-use schemes and strategic conversions with care and conviction. Whether you’re converting a flat above a shop on Parkway, reconfiguring a townhouse off Camden Road, or developing a mews plot behind Inverness Street, we guide the process with practical experience and fresh design thinking.
The aim is always the same: make something that fits and lifts the place.
“The brief was short: ‘We want something original – but it needs to work well.’ That’s Camden Town through and through.”
Where We Work in Camden Town
We operate throughout NW1, including:
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Camden Road, Rochester Road & Camden Mews: Loft conversions, sensitive extensions and full-house refurbishments
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Parkway, Arlington Road & Delancey Street: Commercial-to-residential change of use, shopfront upgrades and flat conversions
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Inverness Street & Greenland Road: Mews housing, backland infill and developer-led feasibility
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Camden Town Conservation Area: Planning-smart design that celebrates existing character while improving everyday use
From conservation refurbishments to compact new builds, we bring calm and clarity to the process – whatever the scale.
Planning in Camden Town: What You Should Know
Camden Town is within Camden Council, one of London’s most design-sensitive boroughs. Much of NW1 falls within the Camden Town Conservation Area, with Article 4 protections and strict policies around scale, use and materials.
Key planning constraints include:
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Restrictions on rear and roof extensions, especially on terraces
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Limits on commercial change of use, especially around Camden Market
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Basement developments, subject to Camden’s robust impact policies
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Flat conversions and sub-divisions, requiring minimum space and amenity standards
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Infill and backland schemes, scrutinised for access, daylight and context
We know the system. More importantly, we know how to shape intelligent proposals that respond to local precedent and policy.
Why Choose DOR Architects in Camden Town?
Because this is not a neighbourhood for architectural shortcuts – and we don’t take them.
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Strong track record in Camden Town Conservation Area applications
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Experienced in mixed-use, mews, and commercial conversion strategies
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3D BIM-led architecture, ensuring precision, transparency and smoother builds
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Interior and spatial planning included from day one
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Developer and investor-ready support, including feasibility and uplift modelling
We understand that Camden Town is eclectic, layered, and always evolving – and our designs reflect that.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Site Review
We begin with clear guidance on what’s possible, what Camden’s likely to accept, and how to maximise potential. -
Design & Planning Submission
All applications include detailed drawings, contextual visuals and policy-aligned planning statements – prepared in-house. -
Technical & Interior Design
We develop lighting, structure, joinery and material coordination alongside the architecture – to create a coherent, buildable whole. -
Construction Support
We provide on-site oversight or advisory as needed – helping you retain the quality and resolve details during the build.
Let’s Design Something Distinctive in Camden Town
Whether it’s a design-led renovation, a compact new build, or a commercial conversion that needs to work hard, we help you shape projects that balance creativity with credibility.
Architecture for people who want something that fits Camden – and pushes it forward.
FAQs – Camden Town Architecture & Planning
Yes – but only with design sensitivity. Rooflines, rear extensions and materials are tightly controlled. We’ve secured many such approvals in NW1.
Possibly – subject to Class MA or full planning. Camden is selective, especially near the markets, but we’ve delivered viable strategies.
In principle, yes – but issues like access, privacy and precedent need careful handling. We specialise in unlocking small sites.
Absolutely. Joinery, lighting, kitchens and materials design can can all be added as part on an interior design add-on package.
Neasden Architects
Architects in Neasden NW10
Efficient new builds, clever extensions and value-driven conversions — designed with intelligence in one of London’s most overlooked but opportunity-rich postcodes.
Architects in Neasden NW10
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.
Swiss Cottage Architects
Architects in Swiss Cottage NW3 & NW6
Contemporary refurbishments, intelligent extensions and well-crafted new builds – designed with care in one of North London’s most distinctive urban neighbourhoods.
Architects in Swiss Cottage NW3 & NW6
Where Modern Living Meets Mid-Century Legacy
Swiss Cottage is a study in contrasts. Postwar towers next to Victorian villas, mid-century concrete rubbing shoulders with quiet tree-lined avenues. It’s an area full of design opportunity – if you know how to read it.
At DOR Architects, we work with homeowners and developers who value both refinement and strategy. Whether you’re reworking a 1960s apartment near the iconic Swiss Cottage Library, adding a contemporary extension to a townhouse on Belsize Road, or exploring infill housing near Adelaide Road, we bring calm, coordinated and context-aware architecture to every project.
We’re not interested in fashion. We’re interested in clarity.
“‘We want something timeless. Just not trendy.’ That’s the kind of clarity we like – and the kind of brief we hear often in Swiss Cottage.”
Where We Work in Swiss Cottage
We serve projects throughout NW3 and NW6, including:
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Belsize Road, Fairhazel Gardens & Boundary Road: Loft conversions, internal reconfigurations and side-return extensions
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Loudoun Road, Marlborough Hill & College Crescent: Large-scale refurbishments and mews-style new builds
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Fellows Road & Adelaide Road: Strategic infill schemes, apartment blocks and developer-led feasibility
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Swiss Cottage Conservation Area & fringes: Sensitive upgrades and well-planned modern interventions
We understand the nuance of Camden’s planning requirements – and how to craft architecture that sits lightly but confidently in the local context.
Planning in Swiss Cottage: What You Should Know
Swiss Cottage falls within the London Borough of Camden, one of the capital’s most planning-conscious and design-driven councils. The area includes a Conservation Area, a Growth Area designation near the underground station, and a strong tradition of architect-designed homes.
Key planning considerations include:
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Conservation Area design controls around detailing, materials and massing
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Flat and maisonette extensions subject to space standards and amenity tests
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Backland development and mews opportunities limited by daylight, access and scale
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Roofline and dormer additions strictly assessed for visual impact
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Basement impact and flood risk assessments, where applicable
We shape proposals around Camden’s policies and character guidance – without compromising design quality or long-term value.
Why Choose DOR Architects in Swiss Cottage?
Because architecture here needs to be sensitive – but never timid.
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Expertise in Camden planning and Conservation Area strategy
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Architectural design that balances structure, light and context
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BIM-based workflows for accuracy, cost certainty and smoother delivery
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Feasibility advice for developers, investors and private clients
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Integrated interior architecture, from joinery and lighting to layouts and flow
We deliver projects that sit well in their setting – and function beautifully for the people who use them.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Planning Strategy
We assess your site or property to clarify what’s possible, what’s likely – and what’s worth doing. -
Design & Planning Application
We handle drawings, 3D visuals, planning statements and submission materials – all tailored to Camden’s expectations. -
Technical & Interior Design
We coordinate architecture, structure and interiors from the start – for a joined-up, builder-ready set. -
Construction Support
We stay involved on site to resolve issues, protect the vision and keep your project on track.
Let’s Build with Confidence in Swiss Cottage
From carefully crafted refurbishments to discreet new developments, we help clients create spaces that feel modern, thoughtful and built to last.
Architecture with clarity, calm and purpose – tailored for Swiss Cottage.
FAQs – Swiss Cottage Architecture & Planning
Yes – but Camden requires careful design, strong statements and compliance with minimum standards. We’ve delivered successful applications across the area.
Possibly – we assess access, privacy and precedent first. If the strategy works, we’ll develop a tailored scheme and planning case.
Absolutely. We specialise in reconfiguring postwar layouts with light, storage, energy upgrades and material clarity.
Yes as an add-on package – including material specifications as part of a coherent whole.
St John's Wood Architects
Architects in St John’s Wood NW8
Elegant refurbishments, discreet extensions and finely crafted new builds - designed with intelligence and restraint for one of London’s most distinguished neighbourhoods.
Architects in St John’s Wood NW8
A Neighbourhood Where Quiet Confidence Reigns
St John’s Wood doesn’t shout. It doesn’t need to. With grand white stucco villas, discreet mews streets and leafy garden squares, this part of NW8 rewards architecture that’s intelligent, timeless and softly spoken.
At DOR Architects, we work with clients who appreciate understatement and clarity. Whether you’re restoring a townhouse near Hamilton Terrace, remodelling a penthouse overlooking Avenue Road, or exploring a small new-build in a private mews, we approach every project with calm, technical depth and design precision.
We believe in refinement – not fuss.
“‘Nothing crazy’ said the client ‘just beautifully done.’ And that’s the essence of St John’s Wood - design that speaks quietly, but lasts a lifetime.”
Where We Work in St John’s Wood
We work across NW8 and its surrounding streets, including:
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Hamilton Terrace, Cavendish Avenue & Acacia Road: Whole-house refurbishments, sensitive extensions and basement strategy
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Avenue Road, Circus Road & Queen’s Grove: High-spec interiors, lateral flat reconfigurations and planning upgrades
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St John’s Wood Terrace & Marlborough Place: Mews infill and small-scale new-builds
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Boundary zones near Regent’s Park & Maida Vale: Developer-led feasibility, apartment conversions and townhouse restorations
We understand the planning nuances, architectural legacy and client expectations that define St John’s Wood – and we deliver accordingly.
Planning in St John’s Wood: What You Should Know
St John’s Wood sits within Westminster City Council, which operates one of the most rigorous planning and conservation regimes in the country. Large parts are also protected under Conservation Area and Article 4 Direction designations.
Key planning considerations in NW8 include:
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Strict limits on external alterations and roofline changes
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Controlled basement developments, including hydrology and impact studies
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Conservation Area compliance for materials, detailing and proportions
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Change of use and subdivision rules enforced tightly
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Neighbour privacy, daylight/sunlight and access implications
We’re well-versed in Westminster’s planning language and have the experience to guide high-value projects to successful approval.
Why Choose DOR Architects in St John’s Wood?
Because we understand how to do things properly – without unnecessary noise.
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Conservation Area and basement strategy experience in NW8
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Trusted by high-net-worth clients for full-service architectural delivery
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3D BIM-led workflows for clarity, coordination and construction efficiency
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Integration of interiors, lighting, materials and detailing
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Developer and investor support for high-quality new-build and conversion schemes
Whether your ambition is quiet or bold, we’ll help you express it through architecture that endures.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Strategic Review
We provide clear, experienced guidance on planning probability, risk and value from day one. -
Design & Planning Submission
We prepare comprehensive planning sets with careful attention to proportion, context and supporting statements. -
Detailed & Interior Design
Everything from structure and sustainability to joinery, lighting and material palettes – refined and resolved. -
Construction Oversight
We protect the design quality on site and help deliver a seamless, stress-free experience through to handover.
Let’s Build with Confidence in St John’s Wood
Whether you’re restoring a legacy property or designing something new behind the scenes, we bring clarity, rigour and quiet excellence to your project.
Architecture that matches the calm confidence of St John’s Wood – and exceeds expectation without ever needing to say so.
FAQs – St John’s Wood Architecture & Planning
Yes, but changes must be subtle, high-quality and context-sensitive. We work with Westminster’s planning team to make sure every detail is right.
Possibly – Westminster requires detailed Basement Impact Assessments. We’ve managed these with trusted consultants and structural teams.
In some cases. Subdivisions require strict compliance with space standards, amenity access and planning precedent.
Yes. From lighting and storage to kitchens, finishes and detailing, we offer integrated architectural and interior design.
Primrose Hill Architects
Architects in Primrose Hill NW1 & NW3
Discreet extensions, refined refurbishments and high-end new builds - designed with care for London’s most quietly exclusive neighbourhood.
Architects in Primrose Hill NW1 & NW3
Architecture That Lets the Setting Breathe
Primrose Hill is unlike anywhere else in London. Elegant without being showy. Close-knit but never crowded. A place where design matters – but understatement matters more.
At DOR Architects, we work with homeowners and developers who value quality, proportion and calm. Whether you’re refurbishing a stucco-fronted townhouse on Chalcot Crescent, adding a subtle rear extension to a mews off Fitzroy Road, or developing a backland plot near Gloucester Avenue, we bring planning intelligence and architectural refinement to every project.
We understand this area. More importantly, we understand how to work within its constraints – and make them sing.
“The brief came with a smile: ‘We want it to feel like it was always like this.’ In Primrose Hill, that’s often the goal - and the art of getting there lies in the detail.”
Where We Work in Primrose Hill
We serve clients throughout NW1 and NW3, including:
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Chalcot Crescent, Chalcot Square & Regent’s Park Road: Conservation Area refurbishments, internal reconfigurations and basement design
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Fitzroy Road & Princess Road: Rear extensions, loft conversions and subtle elevational upgrades
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Gloucester Avenue & King Henry’s Road fringe: Infill feasibility, mews development and roofline adjustments
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Primrose Hill Conservation Area & surrounds: Full planning and heritage-sensitive design solutions
We also work closely with neighbouring clients in Belsize Park, Chalk Farm and Camden Town – where many planning considerations overlap.
Planning in Primrose Hill: What You Should Know
Primrose Hill is under Camden Council, one of London’s most design-sensitive boroughs. Most properties here sit within the Primrose Hill Conservation Area, with strict controls on external changes and scale.
Key planning challenges include:
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Tight restrictions on roof extensions, rear dormers and terraces
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Article 4 Directions removing permitted development rights
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Basement developments subject to Camden’s Basement Impact Assessment policy
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Strict requirements for heritage detailing and material choices
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Neighbour amenity and daylight/sunlight constraints
We have experience working with Camden planners and conservation officers – and we know how to navigate their expectations with grace and rigour.
Why Choose DOR Architects for Primrose Hill?
Because this area deserves more than just planning permission. It deserves architecture that respects, responds and refines.
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Elegant, quiet, context-driven design that fits Primrose Hill’s character
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Camden planning expertise and Conservation Area success
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BIM-led architecture for clarity, coordination and cost certainty
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Interior design integration, from layouts to materials and lighting
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Developer and private client capability, including feasibility and new-build schemes
We work with clients who want quality – not just floor space. And we know how to deliver it.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Planning Strategy
We provide clear advice on what’s possible, where the risks are, and what it will take to achieve your goals. -
Design & Planning Application
We develop high-quality drawings, planning statements and 3D visuals – tailored to Camden’s Conservation Area policies. -
Technical & Interior Design
We coordinate structure, lighting, joinery and materials from the start – for coherent, high-performing design. -
Construction Oversight
We support the delivery team, resolve issues, and protect the quality of your finished space.
Let’s Design Something Worth Building in Primrose Hill
From refined upgrades to discreet new homes, we bring clarity, calm and quality to projects in London’s most beautiful neighbourhood.
Architects for people who value quiet confidence – and homes that get better with time.
FAQs – Primrose Hill Architecture & Planning
Yes – but you’ll need to design with context, proportion and restraint. We’ve secured permissions for subtle, intelligent upgrades in sensitive settings.
Possibly. Camden requires Basement Impact Assessments, and the process can be rigorous. We work with consultants and engineers to manage it.
It depends on access, daylight and neighbour amenity. Camden allows this where design and policy align. We’ll assess feasibility first.
Yes as an add-on package – our design approach includes lighting, flow, materials and custom joinery. It’s a fully integrated process.
Chalk Farm Architects
Architects in Chalk Farm NW1
Context-sensitive extensions, intelligent conversions and refined new builds - designed with care in one of Camden’s most dynamic urban quarters.
Architects in Chalk Farm NW1
Architecture with Clarity - in a Place with Layers
Chalk Farm is complex in the best way. Tucked between Camden Town, Belsize Park and Primrose Hill, it combines old railway architecture with Georgian terraces, creative live-work studios, and some of London’s most interesting little backplots.
At DOR Architects, we specialise in turning those constraints into assets. Whether you’re redesigning a duplex off Haverstock Hill, unlocking the potential of a mews plot behind Malden Road, or extending a Victorian flat on Ferdinand Street, we guide you through planning, design and delivery with insight and care.
It’s not about imposing a style. It’s about making something that works — and lasts.
“The brief was: ‘We don’t want to ruin it. But we need to change it.’ That’s Chalk Farm in a sentence - and the kind of challenge we love.”
Where We Work in Chalk Farm
We work throughout NW1 and surrounding areas, including:
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Ferdinand Street, Malden Road & Belmont Street: Extensions, roof builds and full-flat reconfigurations
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Harmood Street, Prince of Wales Road & Castlehaven Road: Mixed-use schemes, developer feasibility and shopfront conversions
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Chalk Farm Road & Oval Road: Commercial-to-residential change of use, workspace design and creative studios
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Backland and mews plots: Concept design, planning navigation and compact housing strategies
We understand Camden’s policy sensitivities, and we know how to design contextually in this architecturally layered part of the city.
Planning in Chalk Farm: What You Should Know
Chalk Farm sits within Camden Council, a borough known for its design rigour, heritage protections and focus on context.
Key planning considerations in Chalk Farm include:
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Conservation Areas and Article 4 Directions affecting design and permitted development rights
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Restrictions on roof extensions and dormers in terrace rows
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Flat conversions and space standards strictly enforced by the borough
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Backland and mews developments assessed on daylight, scale and neighbour amenity
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Mixed-use and Class MA opportunities on former retail and workspace plots
We help guide proposals through Camden’s process – built around precedent, clarity, and realistic expectations.
Why Choose DOR Architects in Chalk Farm?
Because this part of London rewards thoughtful, strategic architecture — and penalises anything rushed or generic.
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Planning-savvy design that reflects Camden’s unique urban fabric
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Experience with backland, mews, mixed-use and creative spaces
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3D BIM workflows for clearer design coordination and build certainty
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Trusted by both private clients and developer-led teams
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Interior spatial design that makes compact London homes work beautifully
From feasibility to finishes, we bring a calm, clever hand to ambitious projects in NW1.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Planning Review
We assess the site, test the brief, and give you the planning and design confidence to move forward. -
Concept & Planning Application
We prepare all the drawings, statements and visuals Camden expects – and tailor the case to the location. -
Detailed Design & Coordination
Layouts, materials, lighting and structure – all handled with design precision and build efficiency in mind. -
Construction Oversight
We stay involved as needed, supporting the team and protecting the integrity of the finished work.
Let’s Build Something Worthwhile in Chalk Farm
Whether you’re updating a much-loved home or unlocking a forgotten site, we help you design, plan and deliver with clarity and confidence.
Smart, sensitive architecture for a layered and liveable Chalk Farm.
FAQs – Chalk Farm Architecture & Planning
It depends on your location. Many streets are in Conservation Areas or subject to Article 4 Directions. We’ll check carefully.
Possibly, yes. Class MA rules allow some commercial-to-residential conversions, but Camden still requires prior approval and full compliance. We’ll guide the process.
Potentially. We’ve delivered small, smart homes on tight plots across Camden. Daylight, privacy and access are key.
Yes – from joinery and lighting to kitchen layouts and material palettes, our designs are fully integrated.
Queens Park Architects
Architects in Queen’s Park NW6 & W10
Elegant extensions, light-filled refurbishments and smart small-site housing - all designed with confidence for this leafy, well-loved part of North West London.
Architects in Queen’s Park NW6 & W10
A Place Where Design Matters
Queen’s Park is one of those rare London neighbourhoods that balances heart and polish. Tree-lined avenues, long gardens, Victorian detailing and a growing appetite for quality design – it’s a dream to work in, if you get it right.
At DOR Architects, we specialise in helping homeowners and developers make the most of their space – whether that’s a rear extension off Chevening Road, a loft and layout rethink on Kingswood Avenue, or a discreet infill home behind Salusbury Road. Our approach is design-led but planning-savvy. We care about flow, light, structure and detail – not just form.
We’re not here to add noise. We’re here to deliver architecture that fits.
“The brief wasn’t complicated. ‘We love the house. We just need it to work.’ That’s Queen’s Park - where architecture is lived, not just looked at.”
Where We Work in Queen’s Park
We work across NW6 and W10, including:
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Chevening Road, Kingswood Avenue & Summerfield Avenue: Loft conversions, reconfigurations and family-friendly extensions
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Salusbury Road, Hopefield Avenue & Harvist Road: Flat conversions, mews homes and commercial-to-residential change of use
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Queen’s Park Conservation Area: Sensitive upgrades and context-led design
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Chamberlayne Road fringe (W10): Developer feasibility, new-builds and mixed-use proposals
We understand the Borough of Brent’s planning nuances – and how to design for character, proportion and precedent in this tightly knit community.
Planning in Queen’s Park: What You Should Know
Queen’s Park falls within Brent Council, with parts edging into Westminster. It’s a borough with strong local identity and clear expectations around design, density and change.
Key planning considerations include:
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Queen’s Park Conservation Area design constraints
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Permitted development limits in protected zones
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Conversion and subdivision rules tied to amenity, space and layout
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Infill, backland and garden sites assessed against privacy and access
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Neighbour daylight/sunlight and massing rules for extensions
We work closely with Brent’s planning team – and we build applications around what works locally.
Why Choose DOR Architects in Queen’s Park?
Because we understand the value of good design – and how to get it approved and built.
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Planning-aware design for Conservation Area properties
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Refined architecture that suits Queen’s Park’s character
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3D BIM design process for clearer decisions and better builds
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Developer-friendly feasibility and new-build support
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Interior and spatial design that makes homes work from the inside out
We design homes to live in, not just photograph – and we know how to navigate Brent’s system to get them delivered.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Brief Strategy
We assess the potential – both spatial and planning-related – of your site or home, before drawing a line. -
Design & Planning Application
From early sketch concepts to full submissions, we handle drawings, statements and visuals for a smooth planning process. -
Technical & Interior Detailing
Layouts, lighting, structure and finishes – designed together for better flow, comfort and clarity. -
Construction Support
We stay involved on site to help protect quality and solve problems fast.
Let’s Build Something Brilliant in Queen’s Park
Whether you’re reworking a home for your family, or testing the potential of a tucked-away plot, we’ll help you deliver calm, confident and lasting architecture.
Architecture that fits the fabric of Queen’s Park – and the life you want to lead in it.
FAQs – Queen’s Park Architecture & Planning
Sometimes. If you’re outside the Conservation Area, you may have more rights – but every case is different. We’ll review early and advise clearly.
In principle, yes – but Brent applies space, access and amenity standards strictly. We’ll test feasibility first.
Possibly. We’ve delivered small sites across NW6 and W10 where access, daylight and scale support it. Success depends on design and strategy.
Yes. We believe flow, lighting, storage and material choices are part of the architecture – not an afterthought.
Tufnell Park Architects
Architects in Tufnell Park NW5 & N19
Refined extensions, planning-smart conversions and elegant new builds - designed for one of North London's most liveable enclaves.
Architects in Tufnell Park NW5 & N19
Character, Calm - and Room to Grow
Tufnell Park has always been a little bit different. Leafier than Kentish Town, more grounded than Dartmouth Park – it’s the kind of neighbourhood that mixes early Victorian terraces with Edwardian villas, local shops with creative edge, and families who actually live in their homes.
At DOR Architects, we specialise in architecture that improves life without trying too hard to impress. Whether you’re reworking a ground floor flat off Tufnell Park Road, converting a house on Mercers Road, or developing a backland site off Huddleston Road, we help you do it thoughtfully – and get it built.
It’s about architectural empathy.
“‘We don’t want to move,’ said the client. ‘But we can’t stay like this.’ That’s where design comes in - not as decoration, but as a way forward.”
Where We Work in Tufnell Park
We work across NW5 and N19, including:
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Tufnell Park Road & Carleton Road: Extensions, lofts, and full internal reconfigurations
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Mercers Road, Huddleston Road & Anson Road: Conservation Area-sensitive upgrades and family home retrofits
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Campdale Road & Brecknock Road: Mixed-use conversions and developer-led feasibility
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Dalmeny Avenue & Corinne Road: Garden plots, garages and small new-build homes
Whether it’s owner-occupied, rental, or development-led – we bring the same attention to context, flow and long-term value.
Planning in Tufnell Park: What You Should Know
Tufnell Park falls within Islington Council’s planning jurisdiction, with some overlap into Camden. Both are design-focused boroughs, known for their careful policy interpretation and strong expectations for quality.
Key considerations in Tufnell Park include:
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Conservation Area restrictions, particularly around Mercers Road
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Flat subdivisions, governed by space standards and amenity tests
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Roofline controls, especially on terraces and semi-detached houses
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Backland and mews developments, subject to privacy, access and massing
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Daylight/sunlight and overlooking constraints on all infill schemes
We work with these policies every day – and we design with foresight, not friction.
Why Choose DOR Architects for Tufnell Park?
Because we work where you live – and we know how to make good architecture feel natural.
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Planning-savvy design that respects both Camden and Islington guidelines
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Architecture with heart and function, not just surface polish
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3D BIM workflows for clarity, control and collaboration
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Feasibility studies and planning strategy for developer and investor clients
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Interior architecture and spatial design that actually makes homes work
Whether it’s your home or your project, we help you get it right – from day one.
Our Process
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Feasibility & Brief Review
We explore what’s possible, what’s worth doing, and what will actually get permission. -
Design & Planning Submission
We create drawings, statements and visuals – tailored to your borough and the project’s ambition. -
Technical Detailing & Coordination
Everything from lighting and structure to energy and materials – all considered, all coordinated. -
On-Site Support
We protect the design through construction, acting as your eyes, ears and advocates.
Let’s Design Your Tufnell Park Project
From sensitive refurbishments to new dwellings behind old walls, we bring clarity, quality and calm to the process.
Architects for people who want more from their home – and a team who knows how to deliver it.
FAQs – Tufnell Park Architecture & Planning
In some streets, yes. But many homes fall under Article 4 Directions or Conservation Areas. We’ll check and advise early.
Possibly. Both Camden and Islington have policies about space, access and daylight. We assess feasibility and planning precedent first.
It depends on the context – access, privacy, parking and light. We specialise in unlocking tricky infill and mews sites.
Yes. Kitchens, lighting, storage, materials – all designed in tandem with the architecture for maximum effect.