Design and Architectural Services

C W Johnson Limited Chartered Surveyors provide professional design and architectural services for residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties. Our services combine practical surveying expertise with creative and compliant design solutions, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and in accordance with statutory requirements.

Concept and Feasibility Design

We help clients develop their ideas from the outset, providing:

  • Concept sketches and design options

  • Feasibility studies and site appraisals

  • Space planning and functional layouts

  • Guidance on planning, building regulations, and compliance

Architectural Design and Drawings

Our team produces professional architectural drawings tailored to project requirements, including:

  • Floor plans, elevations, and sections

  • Site layouts, Location and Block plans

  • Technical specifications for construction

  • Integration with CAD and other project software

Planning and Regulatory Support

We provide guidance to navigate planning and regulatory approvals, including:

  • Preparation and submission of planning applications

  • Preparation and submission of Listed Building applications

  • Preparation and submission of Scheduled Monument applications

  • Liaison with local authorities and regulatory bodies

  • Coordination with structural engineers, M&E consultants, and other specialists

  • Preparation and submission of Building Regulation Applications

Project Coordination and Collaboration

Our design and architectural services are fully integrated with broader surveying and project management services, ensuring:

  • Coordination with contractors and consultants

  • Professional oversight from concept to completion

  • Clear communication and reporting to clients

  • What services are included in your design and architectural offering?

    We provide a full range of services, including:

    • Concept and feasibility design

    • Architectural drawings and technical specifications

    • Planning application support and regulatory guidance

    • Project coordination and collaboration with contractors and consultants

    What types of projects do you work on?

    Our services are suitable for residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties, including new builds, extensions, refurbishments, conversions, and fit-outs.

    How do you assist in the early stages of a project?

    We help clients develop ideas from concept to feasibility by providing:

    • Site appraisals and analysis

    • Concept sketches and design options

    • Guidance on planning, building regulations, and compliance

    Do you handle planning applications and regulatory approvals?

    Yes. We guide clients through the planning and regulatory process, including:

    • Preparation and submission of planning, listed building and scheduled monument applications

    • Liaison with local authorities and regulatory bodies

    • Coordination with structural engineers, M&E consultants, and other specialists

    • Preparation and submission of Building Regulations applications

    How is the design process integrated with construction and project management?

    Our design and architectural services are fully integrated with our surveying and project management services, ensuring:

    • Coordination with contractors, engineers, and consultants

    • Professional oversight from concept to completion

    • Clear reporting and communication with clients

  • C W Johnson Limited Chartered Surveyors is a RICS-regulated practice. All services are provided in accordance with the RICS Global Professional and Ethical Standards, relevant RICS professional statements, and applicable guidance notes ensuring that our services are delivered with integrity, independence, and a commitment to best practice. Clients can be confident that our advice is professional, transparent, and compliant with current RICS guidance.

    The information provided on this website is for general guidance only and does not constitute specific professional advice. Formal advice will only be provided following receipt of written instructions and confirmation of agreed terms of engagement.

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    C W Johnson Limited Chartered Surveyors operates a formal Complaints Handling Procedure in accordance with RICS requirements. Details are available on request.

    Professional Indemnity Insurance is maintained in accordance with RICS regulations.

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