1. Feasibility
Goals & Brief
We begin by listening - exploring your needs, aspirations, constraints and long‑term plans. Next we shape a clear brief that reflects how you want to live and what the building must achieve. A strong brief keeps the project focused and prevents scope creep.
Site & Context Review
We analyse the existing buildings, orientation, access, views and physical, planning and legal constraints, as well as your budget, to assess the feasibility of the project. This gives you clarity early, avoiding surprises later.
Performance Priorities
We outline initial low‑energy targets, fabric‑first strategies, and comfort goals. Early decisions have the biggest impact on long‑term performance and running costs.
2. Concept Design
Exploring ideas
We develop early layouts, forms and spatial ideas, testing how the building will feel and function. This helps you to see clear options and you can make confident decisions before details become fixed.
passive design principles
We consider solar gain, shading, ventilation paths, form and massing from the outset, which allows the building to function as efficiently as possible.
early energy modelling
We use building‑physics tools to test ideas and guide the design towards high performance. This ensures that the design is beautiful and measurably efficient - there is no guesswork involved.
3. Spatial Coordination
refining the design
We coordinate structure, services and key details to ensure everything works together. A properly coordinated design reduces risk, cost and delays during construction.
fabric-first details
We refine insulation, airtightness, junctions and thermal bridges to ensure a warmer, quieter and more stable home.
PHPP development
We build a detailed PHPP (Passivhaus Planning Package) Model to predict energy use, comfort and performance. This gives us a clear picture of how your home will perform before it’s built.
4. Technical Design
Detailed Drawings & Specifications
We produce precise technical information for Building Regulations approval, tender and construction. We resolve critical junctions, airtightness layers and ventilation integration. These details are essential for achieving low‑energy performance and long‑term comfort.
Coordination with Specialists
We work closely with structural engineers, M&E consultants and suppliers to ensure a fully integrated design with no gaps or contradictions.
tender services
We prepare tender documents, issue them to selected contractors, answer queries, and review returned tenders. You receive transparent, comparable pricing and can choose a contractor with confidence.
5. Construction
On‑Site Support
We visit the site at key stages to review workmanship and support the contractor. We check airtightness details, insulation continuity and thermal junctions to ensure your home performs as designed - not just on paper.
Contract Administration
We act as your contract administrator, managing the building contract, issuing instructions, assessing payments, and monitoring progress. You have an independent professional protecting your interests, ensuring fairness, clarity and compliance throughout the build.
6. Handover
Final Inspections
We review the completed building, ensuring everything meets the design intent. This gives you peace of mind that the project has been delivered properly.
Comfort & Systems Guidance
We help you understand how to operate your home for optimal comfort and efficiency so that you get the best performance from your home from day one.
7. In Use
Post‑Occupancy Review
We can assess how the building performs once lived in. Real‑world feedback helps fine‑tune comfort and efficiency.
Long‑Term Care
We offer guidance on maintaining airtightness, ventilation and fabric performance so your home stays efficient and comfortable for decades.
Our process
We follow the RIBA Work Stages to guide every project from first ideas to final completion.