Planning Permission & Permitted Development Made Easy with AGA Associates: The Experts for Islington and All 32 London Boroughs 🏛️
✓ Without an architect, you risk overlooking crucial design elements, resulting in aesthetic or functional flaws that could haunt your project in the long run.
✓ Without the expertise of an architect, you may make costly errors during construction or renovations, resulting in financial setbacks that could have been avoided.
✓ Architects are knowledgeable about building codes, regulations, and permits. Going without one exposes you to potential legal complications and hurdles that can hinder progress.
✓ Architects excel in streamlining the design and construction process, ensuring efficient project management. Proceeding without their expertise can lead to delays, confusion, and inefficiencies, wasting precious time and resources.
✓ Architects bring your vision to life by understanding your desires and translating them into a well-designed space, alleviating the stress of trying to articulate your ideas on your own.
✓ Architects provide invaluable expertise in navigating complex design choices, construction methods, and materials, easing your burden of making critical decisions alone..
✓ Architects excel in cost-effective design solutions and project budgeting. They help homeowners and property developers optimise resources, ensuring financial peace of mind.
✓ Architects are skilled problem solvers, equipped to handle unexpected challenges during construction. They provide innovative solutions, taking the stress off your shoulders and ensuring a smooth project progression.
✓ Architects and designers have been through these processes many times before and have experience in meeting the requirements and what doesn’t.
✓ In our case, AGA Associates has a 95% planning approval success rate, which reduces stress, time and cost for our homeowners.
✓ Architects possess extensive knowledge of planning and building control regulations. By engaging with them, you benefit from their expertise, making the entire approval process much easier to navigate
✓ Architects act as the intermediary between you and the local authorities. They communicate with planning officers and building control inspectors, streamlining the process and addressing any concerns.
✓ Engaging with an architect ensures proper oversight and quality control of the contractors working on your project. They monitor the progress, ensuring that the work meets your expectations and adheres to the agreed-upon standards.
✓ Architects assist in selecting reliable and competent contractors, saving you the hassle of researching and vetting potential candidates. They have established relationships with trusted professionals, ensuring you work with the best in the industry.
✓ Architects and designers can produce a specification of works to ensure you receive comparable like for like quotes and the best price for your works via a Tender Process.
✓ Architects design your project with careful consideration of planning and building control guidelines from the outset. This proactive approach minimises the likelihood of major modifications during the approval process, saving you time and effort.
✓ Architects possess extensive knowledge of the construction industry, making them well-equipped to coordinate the tender process effectively. They understand the intricacies of the process and can guide you through it seamlessly.
✓ Architects have established relationships with suppliers and contractors. Leveraging their network, they can help you connect with reliable and reputable vendors, ensuring competitive bids and high-quality materials for your project.
✓ Architects prepare comprehensive tender documents, including detailed specifications and drawings. This ensures clarity and consistency in the tender process, allowing contractors to provide accurate and competitive bids.
✓ Architects assist in negotiating contracts with the selected contractor, ensuring favourable terms and conditions that protect your interests. They help create a solid foundation for a successful partnership and smooth project execution.
✓ Make sure that your architect is ARB Certified (Architects Registration
Board). This is a mandatory requirement of all qualified architects in the UK – so do not work with a company without this!
✓ Engaging with an architect who is ARB certified assures you of their professional competence and adherence to high standards of practice. They have met the rigorous educational and experiential requirements set by the industry..
✓ ARB certification demonstrates that the architect possesses the necessary technical knowledge and skills to navigate complex design challenges. They are equipped to handle intricate detailing, building systems, and construction techniques effectively..
✓ ARB-certified architects have a deep understanding of building regulations and codes. They ensure that your project complies with legal requirements, guaranteeing safety, accessibility, and sustainability
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Joseph has experience of a wide range of project types and procurement methods and of managing internal and external design teams on large, complex multi-disciplinary projects. He is responsible for Technical standards / Design and Delivery and has worked on large scale residential, Hospitality and Mixed-Use projects
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Lavinia studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Brighton. She has utilised her broad knowledge in relation to requirements for adaptable homes and Accessible Commercial spaces. She is a huge advocate for passive, sustainable and accessible design, especially when it comes to our Aging Population. She provides AGA Associates with a unique, well considered and responsive dimension for a community for all.
Joseph has experience of a wide range of project types and procurement methods and of managing internal and external design teams on large, complex multi-disciplinary projects. He is responsible for Technical standards / Design and Delivery and has worked on large scale residential, Hospitality and Mixed-Use projects
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
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I’d like to thank Joseph and team at AGA for their professional and knowledgeable service throughout. They helped us secure planning with Southwark. Would highly recommend.
Julia
Dear Joseph
Thank you for the great news and for all your hard work. I am so pleased with the result. You and your team were on top of things and made this process really easy for us. I left you a 5 star review.
With best wishes,
Julia
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Devesi studied Architecture at Oxford Brooks University. She is the perfect role model, and loves preparing architectural drawings in accordance to Building Regulations with a touch of Specification writing thrown into the mix. She is a huge advocate for model making as this is one of her favourite pastimes.
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Devesi studied Architecture at Oxford Brooks University. She is the perfect role model, and loves preparing architectural drawings in accordance to Building Regulations with a touch of Specification writing thrown into the mix. She is a huge advocate for model making as this is one of her favourite pastimes.
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Dean
Joseph was very nice and calm and was able to bring out my ideas on paper. He was very professional. I would recommend AGA to others, very pleased with the work he has done for me
D R
Fantastic team who paid great attention to details while drafting and successfully securing a potentially complex planning application on our behalf. They covered all bases and made it a stress free process. Great research, clear communication , and delivered on time. Very happy and we consider it money well spent. Would definitely recommend their services.
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Maria studied Architecture at the University of Porto and studied Fine Art and Design at the University of Arts London. She is absolutely brilliant at translating concept in BIM and then modelling them into well articulated plans and technical details. She has extensive knowledge on various planning policies and public consultation techniques for community engagements
Juliana studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. Since working at AGA Associates she has gained tremendous experience on high end Residential, Commercial and Medical projects. She has a huge love for BIM modelling and is always on the look out for strategies to help AGA Associates streamline their work flow so they can complete projects on time and to budget
Ashleigh studied Architecture at Nottingham Trent University. During her time at AGA Associates she has worked on a variety of Residential and Early Years School Projects. She has very good communication skills and uses them well to engage with the wider community. She wears many hats and takes on a variety of roles and responsibilities.
Lavinia studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Brighton. She has utilised her broad knowledge in relation to requirements for adaptable homes and Accessible Commercial spaces. She is a huge advocate for passive, sustainable and accessible design, especially when it comes to our Aging Population. She provides AGA Associates with a unique, well considered and responsive dimension for a community for all.
Devesi studied Architecture at Oxford Brooks University. She is the perfect role model, and loves preparing architectural drawings in accordance to Building Regulations with a touch of Specification writing thrown into the mix. She is a huge advocate for model making as this is one of her favourite pastimes.
Tamas studied Architecture at the University of Liverpool. He has extensive knowledge on education / Student Accommodation / School Projects. He has worked on well renown social housing projects in both the UK and abroad. Through group based projects he has learnt the art of compromise and how this can play an effective role within a team whilst retaining a balance of architectural ingenuity.
Lavinia studied Occupational Therapy at the University of Brighton. She has utilised her broad knowledge in relation to requirements for adaptable homes and Accessible Commercial spaces. She is a huge advocate for passive, sustainable and accessible design, especially when it comes to our Aging Population. She provides AGA Associates with a unique, well considered and responsive dimension for a community for all.
Kirill
Great company, good communication, very professional! Would highly recommend for any projects.
Esra
Would highly recommend! Great service and work ethics, determined to help clients and meet their needs.The team are extremely hard working and passionate in what they do!Thank you AGA Associates!
Thank you for the great news and for all your hard work. I am so pleased with the result. You and your team were on top of things and made this process really easy for us. I left you a 5 star review.
Fantastic team who paid great attention to details while drafting and successfully securing a potentially complex planning application on our behalf. They covered all bases and made it a stress free process.
Would highly recommend! Great service and work ethics, determined to help clients and meet their needs. The team are extremely hard working and passionate in what they do!
Thank you AGA Associates!
Planning Package
✓ Measured survey with our surveyor
✓ Floor plans and elevations drawings of your existing property
✓ Online Progress meeting with our registered Architect
✓ Proposed floor plans and elevations
✓ Design Options available
✓ Supporting Planning Documents
✓ Planning application submission and management