I have provided architectural services to more than 300 clients over the past 14 years. I have a degree in architecture, a masters in urban design and over 40 years' experience in building, including property acquisitions and development, maintenance and repairs, and the conservation and restoration of traditional timber-framed buildings.
I am a member of the AECB, (the Association of Environmentally Conscious Building) and the Passivhaus Trust and an Associate of the Green Building Partnership, Brighton. Whatever you need, the first step is for us to meet at the property and discuss your project. I will try to answer all your questions and outline to you what I see as the major issues in completing your building project.
I am a member of the AECB, (the Association of Environmentally Conscious Building) and the Passivhaus Trust and an Associate of the Green Building Partnership, Brighton. Whatever you need, the first step is for us to meet at the property and discuss your project. I will try to answer all your questions and outline to you what I see as the major issues in completing your building project.
Services
We are open for business during the current situation. Subject to strict compliance with the current restrictions, we would be happy to provide you architectural services for your building project. Providing architectural services to home owners in Brighton and Sussex who want to extend, convert, refurbish or improve their home.
Architectural services to fit your building project and your budget, ranging from an hour's consultation on a specific building or design matter, to submitting planning permission and building regulations applications, to tendering the building work or providing full architectural services. Converting your loft is one of the most cost effective and space efficient improvements you could carryout to your home.
Converting your basement is one way in which you can make good use of unused space that already exists within your home. Through creative and efficient design I can help you extend your living space into your basement. In developing proposals for your basement I will create space that works for you, that maximises light and ventilation and that feels part of your home.
All extensions, conversions and structural alterations to your home will require building regulations approval. Building regulations also covers work such as gas heating, electrical installations and the replacement windows & glazing. These areas of work are usually dealt with under the competent person's scheme, which eliminates the need for a specific Building regulations application.
Good knowledge of the Local Authority's planning and conservation policies & guidelines are key to extending or altering your home if it is located in a conservation area or in a National Park. I have extensive knowledge and wide experience of working on properties in conservation areas and can provide you with architectural designs that meet the Local Authority's requirements.
Reviews (6)
Josh Samuels
Oct 07, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Martin was fantastic in helping us plan our extension and renovations. He used his extensive knowledge of the planning system to ensure all the boxes were ticked. He was very efficient and communication was excellent throughout the process. Would certainly recommend his service to others.
Martin was fantastic in helping us plan our extension and renovations. He used his extensive knowledge of the planning system to ensure all the boxes were ticked. He was very efficient and communication was excellent throughout the process. Would certainly recommend his service to others.
Guy Coulson
Aug 23, 2021
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Martin Bailey
Jul 27, 2021
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I engaged Martin McCurdy's services after searching for an architect with considerable basement works experience, local to Brighton, with vision and ethics. Every stage of the process of working with Martin has been easy and he has always been available to explain aspects I wasn't sure of and progress the project in the direction I wanted. His work throughout has been exemplary and I don't hesitate to recommend him. There was no aspect of the project (a complete renovation of an existing basement including extensive excavation, light wells, windows, internal staircase, new front and rear access
Tom Insley
Apr 15, 2021
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Hemantha Perera Trevelyan
Jan 19, 2021
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Martin came as a recommendation and provided a friendly professional service, he was very responsive and patient. He provided a full scope and made helpful suggestions mindful of our budget, functionality and aesthetic. As we live as a multigenerational household he took all our needs into consideration. I would highly recommend him.
Matt Lee
May 15, 2020
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