architects serving dorset.
An architect-led practice delivering carefully considered residential projects across Dorset.
From the Jurassic Coast to rural Dorset villages and the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole conurbation, we provide design and planning support for homes, extensions, listed buildings, barn conversions and one-off dwellings.
working across dorset.
One consistent LXW process, tailored to the planning authority, site constraints and architectural character of each location.
Planning context
- Dorset Council continues to use adopted former district local plans while preparing a new Dorset Council Local Plan
- BCP Council uses current local plans and guidance for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole while its new local plan work progresses
- Dorset National Landscape and Cranborne Chase National Landscape require high-quality landscape assessment on sensitive sites
- The Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and its setting are material considerations for relevant coastal development
Councils and authorities
- Dorset Council
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council
Areas we serve
architectural services in dorset.
Planning permission Dorset
Planning applications, pre-application advice and design strategy for Dorset Council and BCP Council areas.
Learn moreBuilding regulations
Technical drawing packs, specifications and building control submissions for Dorset homes and residential projects.
House extensions
Extensions for coastal, rural and town properties where setting, materials and proportion matter.
Learn moreNew build homes
Bespoke homes shaped around their site, brief and planning context across Dorset.
Learn moreListed buildings and conservation
Careful design work for historic buildings, conservation areas and sensitive settings in Dorset.
Coastal and countryside sites
Design support for protected landscapes, rural buildings and coastal homes across Dorset.
local knowledge, careful process.
Location pages stay consistent, but the advice and content are specific to the councils, constraints and project types clients are actually searching for.
Dorset knowledge
- Awareness of Dorset Council and BCP Council policy differences
- Jurassic Coast, Dorset National Landscape and Cranborne Chase planning awareness
- Rural and coastal development experience
- Knowledge of conservation areas and listed building constraints
Professional standards
- Led by ARB Registered Architect Liam Chamings
- 24 years combined experience across residential, commercial, healthcare and defence sectors
- Design, planning and building regulations support from one coordinated team