Modern kitchen and dining area with wooden benches, large refrigerator, and pendant lights.
Spacious modern dining area with long wooden tables, barrel bases, industrial lighting, and large windows overlooking a scenic landscape.
Modern stone buildings with slate roofs and a small green courtyard
Modern house extension with large glass doors and stone wall

Feasibility Study

The first crucial element in the architectural process is the Feasibility Study. This study is essential to determine the practical realities of the build and avoid costly pitfalls later down the line.

Modern distillery building with large glass windows reflecting the sky

What is a Feasibility Study?

First, we sit down and listen to you — your unique vision, the ‘must-haves’ and the issues you’d like to address, the budget you’re working to, and the details of your site.

From there, we use our extensive experience and knowledge to comprehensively assess the practicality of the project. This involves delving into the details to consider the financial, architectural, and legal requirements of the proposal. We’ll carry out a buildability and access analysis, considering compliance and construction methodology to identify and resolve potential challenges as early as possible.

The Feasibility Study is an important step in bringing your vision to life. It clarifies any constraints and highlights the permissions required, providing a solid foundation for a successful architectural journey.

What happens next?

Once we have completed the study and identified the best way forward, then next step is to secure planning permission and or building warrant approval. 

Planning Permission

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