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🏗️ The Difference Between Planning Permission and Building Regulations Drawings   What’s the Difference Between Planning Permission and Building Regulations Drawings?   When planning a home extension or loft conversion, two distinct types of architectural drawings are required:Planning Permission drawings and Building Regulations drawings. Although they sound similar, they serve completely different purposes. This article, […]

  LEIGH RD – WIGAN HINDLEY GREEN – WIGAN DOUBLE-STOREY EXTENSION WIGAN We’ve recently completed Building Control drawings for a large double-storey extension on a charming 1950s terraced home on Leigh Road, Hindley Green, Wigan. This home, situated at the end of a block and facing a main road, had the perfect potential for transformation

  The Perfect Setup To Work From Home As experts in home remodelling, we have first-hand knowledge of how the epidemic affects people and how they use their homes. Whether our clients want interior renovations or to add a kitchen extension, our staff works to produce exceptional home improvement design packages for them. Working from

  SANDWOOD AVE – BOLTON SANDWOOD – BOLTON BOLTON BUNGALOW EXTENSION  Our client had recently purchased a small 1960s bungalow and we were brought into their Bolton extension project to advise on how best to increase the property’s value. The plot is situated on a quiet estate in Bolton (south facing) with superb sought-after views

      RADCLIFFE AVENUE, WARRINGTON. RADCLIFFE AVENUE, CULCHETH, WARRINGTON. GROUND FLOOR REAR EXTENSION CULCHETH , Warrington Transform Your Home with a Rear Extension Are you considering a ground floor rear extension in Culcheth, Warrington? At Melrose Designs, we specialise in architectural and structural extension planning, helping homeowners create spacious and functional living areas that enhance

Double Storey Extensions: The Cost-Effective Way   Double Storey Extensions: The Cost-Effective Way Your home’s worth can go up if you add extra space by adding a second story. Here are some considerations to make when organising such a project. Although a double-storey expansion may appear like a larger project than a single-story one, it

The typical image of an architect The Evolution of Architectural Design – From Drawing Boards to 3D BIM The Changing Image of an Architect When you think of an architect, you might picture someone sketching designs at a drawing table, meticulously crafting master plans with pen and ink. While this may have been the norm

Value Of Detailed Architecture Drawings The Value of Detailed Architectural Drawings for Your Project At Melrose Designs Architectural Services, we prioritise accuracy, clarity, and seamless communication. When you choose us for your extension plans or renovation designs in areas like Chorley and Wigan, our skilled architectural technicians deliver detailed architectural drawings that ensure your project

Extension Plan Project: Leigh   Extension Plan Project Leigh This project was undertaken and completed under Permitted Development rights, meaning no need for a Planning Permission application as the projection of the proposed rear wall from the existing rear wall was no more than 3m. It illustrates what can be accomplished with a moderately small

  What is a SAP calculation?   What is a SAP calculation? A SAP calculation is a spreadsheet-based calculation that is used to determine a building’s heat gains and losses. SAP refers to the “Standard Assessment Procedure”. It assures Building Regulation compliance at the design stage and provides an energy rating. Basic SAP calculations are

architects in wigan Why Choose Melrose Designs? We are a team of Structural Engineering and Building Control professionals with over thirty years’ experience in residential and commercial projects across the North West. Our background in structural/design engineering allows us to provide expert advice on all aspects of construction, as well as providing technical drawings, giving

🏗️ 2022 Changes to Building Regulations Part L for Home Extensions **Updated** By Kieran Atherton, Director of Melrose DesignsWigan-based architectural designer specialising in home extensions, loft conversions, and Building Regulations drawings across the North West. — 📘 Pillar Page: Understanding Building Regulations for Home Extensions (2022 Updates) If you’re planning a home extension or renovation,

  extension drawings extension drawings Wigan We recently designed this single-story full-width rear extension for our clients who wanted to update their bungalow with an open plan kitchen/dining and family space with an additional bedroom and office space. It has a pitched roof with large bi-fold doors which maximise the natural light. The large doors

  What is Permitted Development? What is Permitted Development? Permitted Development fundamentally consents to someone making alterations and additions to their buildings without needing Planning Permission.  A set of standards and some typical alterations are considered as being ‘pre-approved’ by planning. Naturally, this includes minor porches, certain rooflights etc. However, crucially, some fairly simple extensions and

architect drawings for extension A truly stunning transformation with an entire house renovation in Liverpool.  Our clients had big plans with a single storey rear extension creating a much desired open-plan kitchen with French doors overlooking their garden. A double storey side extension included removal of the garage and utility room to extend over to

architectural design in wigan architectural design in wigan We were appointed by our client to reconfigure and extend their property on Poplar Ave in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan. With the intention of creating a large open plan kitchen/dining room, new utility and down stairs shower room creating a more practical setting.  The property already had an existing

  Replacing Your Conservatory Extension Plans Drawn Replacing Your Conservatory Extension Plans Drawn Is your existing conservatory in need of some serious TLC?  Are you thinking of adding a conservatory to your home?  It’s common for customers to come to us looking for advice on whether to replace their existing conservatory or whether they should

Planning Permission Extension Drawings Billinge – Approved & Ready to Build! Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that planning permission has been approved for our client’s single-storey rear extension in Billinge. This stunning house extension design has completely transformed our client’s home, creating a bright and spacious living area that enhances both functionality and

architectural design in st helens   Architectural design in st helens At Melrose Designs, we’re proud to support homeowners across St Helens and the surrounding areas with thoughtful, practical, and cost-effective architectural design solutions. One of our recent projects in the area was a brilliant example of how a well-designed extension can transform a home

Building Regs Construction Drawings Approved St Helens Building Regs Construction Drawings Approved St Helens & Wigan Construction drawings completed and approved by Building Control ready for our client’s single-storey rear extension build in St Helens. The new design opens up part of the rear elevation, giving them the much-needed dining and open-plan kitchen space they