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Designed to Build is a process which can take you from the first site survey to the last finishing touch, all with one dedicated team.

We will progress your project one step at a time with no obligation to proceed to the next step. You can select how far through the process we advance together.

Our tried and tested 5 step process

Step 1

concept-feasability

Concept & Feasibility

This aims to give you the key information before making decisions, to prevent wasting money and time

 

Site Assessment & Survey
Tailored Concept Designs
Feasibility & Budget Report

Step 2

Step2

Design & Planning

Development of the design to suit your requirements. Prepare & submit your planning application and support you throughout.

 

Personalised & Developed Designs
Furniture and layout plans
Planning Submitted & Managed

Step 3

Step3

Building Regulations

Technical design & building regulation details, submit to gain plans approval & optional build estimate costs.

 

Building Regulations Drawings
Submit & manage building control application
Consultant source & liaise

Step 4

builder-drawings

Builder Drawings

Mitigate potential risks and escalating costs. An extra detailed construction package to enable accurate tender and clear contract terms

 

Pre Build Survey & Planning
Finishes & Selections Illustrated
Contract Ready Drawings

Step 5

build-coordination

Build
Co-ordination

Tender check, contracting, onsite guidance, payment sign off, contract administration and dispute settlement.

 

Start to Finish Guidance
Payment Sign Off
On Site Contract Administration

Why Use Our 5 Step Process

Our step by step process ensures no money is wasted or paid too far in advance. The design and building industry is fraught with obstacles that can scupper a project at planning, building control, tendering or worse case during the build. Traditional services leave too much to chance. We aim to help bridge the gap between the design and build phase clearly so everyone involved knows what they’re up against. 

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Your dedicated team of knowledgeable and enthusiastic professionals

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Project pricing varies based on unique requirements. Architectural designs cost around £800 on average, these are provided to the builder after meeting planning and building regulations. Overall cost depends on factors like project size, tools, specialists, complexity, and location. Larger or intricate builds incur higher costs. We inform clients in advance to avoid surprises.

Our experienced team handles various architectural projects, from small to large scales – loft conversions, house extensions, commercial, retail, and housing developments. We offer a wide range of architectural services and additional features: 3D visualisation, planning drawings, project management, and tendering.

Contact us for honest and accurate advice.

Note: Local planning policies, conservation areas, and other factors may lead to variations and additional restrictions. Consult the local planning authority to ensure compliance with Permitted Development rules.

 

Single-story rear extensions: Detached houses can generally extend up to 8 meters deep, while semi-detached or terraced houses are limited to 6 meters, with conditions and prior approvals.

Loft conversions: Extensions up to 40 cubic meters for terraced houses and 50 cubic meters for detached/semi-detached, with additional height and design restrictions.

Outbuildings: Detached buildings like garages can be constructed within size limits, typically up to 30 square meters, not forward of the house’s principal elevation.

Porches: No planning permission needed if they meet criteria like being under 3 square meters in floor area and not exceeding 3 meters in height.

Your dedicated team of knowledgable and enthusiastic professionals

Chris Lawson

Managing Director / Senior Designer

Joe Grimbleby

Designer

Liam O’Brien

Senior Designer / Director

Steve Gale

Architect / Director

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    CK Architectural Hull

    4.8Out of 5 stars

    Overall rating out of 35 Google reviews

    Ellen Harrison
    5 months ago

    A massive thanks to Josh Daniels and Donna for all your support and advice on getting our equestrian project through the planning process.

    Harry
    6 months ago

    Great service from start to finish and very helpful along the way, knowledgeable professional and spent lots of time helping us with our plans, great suggestions by them to improve areas that we had missed, thank you Liam and Josh , excellent

    I would like to thank you for all your help and support with my planning application, it was a very complex case but you managed to get it over the line, I would highly recommend you to potential new clients, you were very professional and kept me updated with how my planning application was progressing, many thanks to all the team

    karon jefferson
    10 months ago

    Excellent and efficient service throughout our project. Would highly recommend to potential new clients

    We had two sets of plans drawn up for our home exploring different options. Liam really helped us to understand the art of the possible. All we have to do now is get on with it!

    Chris
    a year ago

    Really happy with the CK Architectural Hull Team. From initial contact through to the final stages they provided excellent customer support and really helped our ideas come to life. Their ideas for our space were beyond our expectations and we couldn't be happier. The quality of the drawings are brilliant, which were also commented on by the builders we had round to quote for the works. They also provided really good support with the planning and building control side of things which took a big stress out of the process (this depends on which package of theirs you choose). I would definitely recommend CK. Special extended thanks to Liam and Donna.

    Chris Goodacre
    a year ago

    i dealt with joshua as an architect and he was very professional and thorough. He was cooperative , knowledgeable and easy work with. Even people i dealt with at head office were really helpful and knew everything i needed to help me through the process. As a company i would definately use again and recommend.

    Glenn Moxon
    a year ago

    CK Architectural provided a brilliant Service. Both professional and friendly. I also found the builder I used (SC Construction) through them and would highly recommend both.

    We had two sets of plans drawn up for our home exploring different options. Liam really helped us to understand the art of the possible. All we have to do now is get on with it!

    Delwar Hossain
    4 years ago

    Excellent Service and prompt!! I have taken CK's service twice. Chris and his team is very helpful and most importantly have enough patience to accommodate my frequently changing mind set. I would happily recommend any one to CK Architectural and wish them all the best.

    Glenn Moxon
    a year ago

    CK Architectural provided a brilliant Service. Both professional and friendly. I also found the builder I used (SC Construction) through them and would highly recommend both.

    Mark Griffin
    3 years ago

    CK Architectural where very thorough, professional and prompt when drawing up our plans, providing options and guidance when choosing & deciding what would work best with the space created. Any additional questions/queries where also answered straight away and always provided useful information. Very pleased with the service received and have recommended to friends and family.

    Dave Turner
    4 years ago

    Highly recommend CK Architectural. Chris and his team did a great job gaining planning permission for a new build and renovation of an existing property. We hit some dead ends with the planning officer but Chris found different ways of getting around the problems without going over budget.

    We have use the team at CK Architectural on 2 projects of ours over the years. They have never let us down. They have always worked with us to produce the designs we wanted and handled everything for us through the Planning and Building Control stage, keeping us updated at the carious stages. We will most certainly use again if we decide to do another project.

    Karl Filby
    3 years ago

    CK Architectural led us through our whole project of two significant extensions from start to finish. At the outset during concept the input was both practical and creative. Several of our own ideas were improved upon and other ideas added. The creation of the designs was collaborative with CKA listening to our needs and wishes and incorporating them as practically possible. The budget was agreed with CKA and they kept a tight lid on the finances. The initial plan was actually built within budget, and we just crept over due to a couple of unforeseen changes, such as the roof tiles to match current being discontinued and therefore we chose to have a new roof. CKA made frequent visits to site and it always felt as if they had the project under control. It is not until you embark upon a venture such as this, as a novice, that you realise how complex it all is. However, with CKA leading the way on drawing completion, obtaining planning permission, appointing reputable contractors and managing Building Control eveything felt smooth and was stress free for us as the client. For the service we received we thought CKS priced their involvement very fairly.

    Nick Atkinson
    3 years ago

    Chris gave a brilliant service for our loft conversion design, including all planning details for the local authority, and completion of working drawings. the service was without question excellent, especially since this was all through a pandemic. Thankyou

    Alex Harrison
    a year ago

    Exactly what I wanted. No sales rubbish, no broken promises. They did exactly what I asked for, right first time, for the exact price quoted. I'd definitely use the company again.

    Craig Grundy
    3 years ago

    I use CK Architectural being a builder and have for a number of years now, with absolutely nothing but professionalism and great feedback from the team. All that and good value for your money. Personally I wouldn't go anywhere else.