Architecture + Planning, South East & South West
Design clarity.
Planning confidence.
Delivered together.
We integrate architecture and planning from the first conversation, so your project moves forward with fewer delays, clearer decisions, and stronger outcomes.
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Architecture
New houses, replacement dwellings and carefully considered extensions, grounded in context, proportion and planning insight.
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Planning Strategy
Clear, structured advice from early feasibility through to appeal. Complex and policy-sensitive sites are our specialism.
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Paragraph 84
Specialist planning expertise in securing exceptional countryside homes under the NPPF. Proven at appeal.
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Built work, designed and planned with care.
The integrated advantage
When design and planning move together, projects move forward.
Most practices offer architecture or planning. We deliver both, as a single, coordinated team. Design decisions are tested against policy from day one.
Not sure where to start? Send us your site address and we'll outline a realistic route forward.
Specialist planning expertise
Paragraph 84, Exceptional homes in the countryside.
Paragraph 84 of the NPPF allows isolated countryside dwellings where the design is truly outstanding. Kerry Dames led the planning strategy and appeal representation for the Water Lily House in Hampshire, securing consent after initial LPA refusal.
"The planning case was expertly structured, a rigorous isolation assessment, compelling design quality narrative and decisive appeal strategy that secured a nationally significant outcome."Planning Inspector, Water Lily House Appeal
What Kerry provides
- Early feasibility and isolation assessment
- Case law analysis and policy interpretation
- Structuring the exceptional design argument
- Pre-application strategy and LPA engagement
- Coordinating ecological and technical evidence
- Full appeal preparation and written representations
- Expert witness evidence at hearing or inquiry
"Kerry navigated every challenge with determination and professionalism. Her strategic approach and deep understanding of the planning system gave us complete confidence, and delivered the outcome we were hoping for."
Private Client, 2025
"Tom, with thanks."
Ken Follett, Author
Private office refurbishment, London
Where we work
Across the southern counties, including National Park authorities.
We work within all Local Planning Authorities across the South East and South West, including the South Downs and New Forest National Parks.
Get in touch
Ready to clarify your site's potential?
Share your site address and a short outline of your proposal. We'll come back with a clear, realistic view of the options.