Extending a home in a conservation area calls for a careful, sensitive approach — to materials, proportions and how the proposal sits within its surroundings. Wirral has several designated conservation areas, and homes within them usually have reduced permitted development rights. We design with that context in mind and prepare the well-justified drawings these applications need.
What we do
Proposals shaped to sit comfortably within their setting rather than fight it.
Choices that respect the character of the street and the original home.
Conservation areas usually restrict permitted development — more often needs a full application.
Clear drawings and justification to support a sensitive application.
Wirral has a number of designated conservation areas — Port Sunlight and parts of Oxton are well-known examples — where the council pays particular attention to design quality and materials. Whether a specific street is designated, and exactly what restrictions apply, must be confirmed with Wirral Council for your address.
Our role is to design sympathetically and present the proposal well. We never promise approval — conservation applications are judged on their merits — but a sensitive, well-justified design gives a project its best chance.
Questions
Architectural design drawings for rear, side, wraparound and kitchen-diner extensions — planned around how you actually live.
Existing and proposed plans, elevations and site plans prepared to support a householder planning application in Wirral.
Concept design, space planning and architectural drawings for homeowners who want their project shaped properly before committing.
Conservation Area Design for homeowners across Wirral, including:
Send Sean a few photos and a short description of what you'd like to do. You'll get an honest first view with no obligation.