David James Architects
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We have an established client base within the South of England, including national and local developers, local housing authorities, and private clients. Reassuringly, we have very strong links with the local authorities, and have considerable experience in negotiating planning applications, including deputations to planning committees and assisting in appeals.

In addition, we have a proven track record for gaining planning permission nationwide, even for very challenging sites. David James Architects can provide a unique and thoughtful design solution that is tailored to each individual site. We enjoy creating a happy and long lasting relationship with our clients and always aspire to achieve the highest standards in all areas.
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David James Architects (DJA) & Partners Ltd has a reputation for providing outstanding design solutions and has a high planning approval rate for developers. We offer a complete service including: feasibility studies, concept design and planning, technical design, interior architecture and project management.
DJA are known across the South of England as experts in unlocking a development site's potential. Our layouts offer our clients certainty in moving forward. We can confidently advise on the site's opportunities having regard to planning constraints. Each site appraisal considers both physical and financial constraints, whilst seeking the best design solution in terms of profit and, importantly, quality and aesthetic merit.
As a team of commercial architects we have considerable experience working with national and regional firms throughout the south of England. Our projects range from large schemes for housing developments to student accommodation with both social and privately owned dwellings, open spaces and community centres.
We have vast knowledge of designing multiple housing schemes, from select developments of several luxury houses or apartments, to larger developments of mid-range properties. Our design approach is dynamic and explores the best solution with care and consideration. We do our utmost to ensure that our designs complement their surroundings and are sympathetic to existing architecture and neighbouring properties.
DJA have developed a reputation for thoughtful, progressive solutions in the retirement sector. Our designs focus on creating spacious, well-planned, accessible apartments, with no compromise on the amenities. Layouts are carefully considered to maximize the financial viability of the developments, whilst creating community friendly spaces that provide the highest standard of living.
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Kevin Gunputh
Kevin Gunputh
Jun 01, 2020
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Have been working David, Laurie and the team on a number of different projects for many years now. I’ve always found their service to be insightful and visionary as well adding great value to the individual projects regardless of how different they may be.