At DSB Property Design, we offer a one-stop-shop for architectural design services in Essex and London. We can take care of all aspects of your project, including architectural drawings, planning and building regulation applications, structural calculations and project management. DSB Property Designs Ltd is a Chartered Building Consultancy and Architectural Practice regulated by the Chartered Institute of Building.
Whether you are looking to use only some of our services or you are looking for a complete turnkey solution that encompasses every phase in the architectural process, our experts would be delighted to assist. We offer a free no-obligation consultation and will listen closely to your requirements before preparing a detailed quotation to consider at your leisure.
Whether you are looking to use only some of our services or you are looking for a complete turnkey solution that encompasses every phase in the architectural process, our experts would be delighted to assist. We offer a free no-obligation consultation and will listen closely to your requirements before preparing a detailed quotation to consider at your leisure.
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We are an Architectural & Chartered Building Consultancy in Essex, producing plans for residential and commercial developments including extensions and loft conversions. DSB Design provide a full service from advice on Planning applications and Building Regulations for your next residential extension development.
At DSB Property Designs we offer architectural design services throughout Essex. Our role can be limited to providing advice on budgets and preliminary concept designs to a full turnkey service. As an experienced architectural practice, we offer a wide range of services.
From producing plans for residential and commercial developments to consulting with the local council regarding planning permission and building regulations, we will always deliver the highest standard of service.Our experts can provide lead consultant, design and project management from drawing board to build completion.
From producing plans for residential and commercial developments to consulting with the local council regarding planning permission and building regulations, we will always deliver the highest standard of service.Our experts can provide lead consultant, design and project management from drawing board to build completion.
The architectural process consists of several different phases and you can choose to engage our services in a way that best suits your needs. For example, you may only require us to complete a survey and produce drawings or you may want us to manage your project from concept to completion. We give you the freedom and flexibility to use our services as you wish.
At this stage a Specification and Schedule of Works including preliminaries in line with JCT form of contract is prepared, these details are sent with an Invitation to Tender to a small number of contractors. These documents detail the terms and conditions of the contract and the quality of workmanship and materials.
If you intend to create a new vehicle crossing or you wish to alter an existing Vehicle crossover (drop kerb), then you will need to apply to the Council's Highways Department, or in some cases Essex County Council, depending on the local authority you are applying to.
The Highways department will normally require scaled plans detailing the position of the crossover, existing and proposed drive finishes, and the location of nearby tree's and other obstructions to assess whether or not your proposal meets their criteria.In some cases Planning Permission may also be required.
The Highways department will normally require scaled plans detailing the position of the crossover, existing and proposed drive finishes, and the location of nearby tree's and other obstructions to assess whether or not your proposal meets their criteria.In some cases Planning Permission may also be required.
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Terry Morgan
Dec 30, 2021
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I have now used David Blacker at DSB Property Services on two separate occasions and if I do further building work in the future there will be no hesitation to use him again.
David is very personable and when carrying out the survey keeps you involved at every step of the way to ensure you are on the same page, taking all of your ideas into account and also giving valuable advice.
Clear timelines are given on how long the process takes from draft drawings to council sign off and David has never deviated from this. He undertakes all the submissions required and talks directly to the council on
David is very personable and when carrying out the survey keeps you involved at every step of the way to ensure you are on the same page, taking all of your ideas into account and also giving valuable advice.
Clear timelines are given on how long the process takes from draft drawings to council sign off and David has never deviated from this. He undertakes all the submissions required and talks directly to the council on
Hollie Elen
Dec 14, 2021
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Deborah Cox
Apr 02, 2021
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We are really pleased with the design that David Blacker of DSB Property Designs Ltd provided for us.
Our project involved converting our existing bungalow into a 2-storey 4-bedroom house and DSB Property Designs dealt with everything from initial concept through to planning and building regulation approvals.
David was able to interpret our ideas exactly how we intended and put them into the design for our builders to bring to life and create our dream home. David has been extremely helpful and informative at every step of the way, and we would not hesitate to recommend DSB Property Designs Ltd
Our project involved converting our existing bungalow into a 2-storey 4-bedroom house and DSB Property Designs dealt with everything from initial concept through to planning and building regulation approvals.
David was able to interpret our ideas exactly how we intended and put them into the design for our builders to bring to life and create our dream home. David has been extremely helpful and informative at every step of the way, and we would not hesitate to recommend DSB Property Designs Ltd
Steve Allen
May 12, 2020
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Hi there
I found DSB (Dave) on the internet, could not be happier with the service. I feel very lucky to have found him, I didn't know what to do with the space I had at the side of my property. Dave gave me great options that I wouldn't have thought we could do. Having never had a building project, I had no idea what to do, luckily Dave pretty much held my hand through the whole process, from first ideas to finished plans all approved - no hassle, no stress. I have done and will keep recommending DSB and of course his top quality work
I found DSB (Dave) on the internet, could not be happier with the service. I feel very lucky to have found him, I didn't know what to do with the space I had at the side of my property. Dave gave me great options that I wouldn't have thought we could do. Having never had a building project, I had no idea what to do, luckily Dave pretty much held my hand through the whole process, from first ideas to finished plans all approved - no hassle, no stress. I have done and will keep recommending DSB and of course his top quality work
Alan Rand
Sep 23, 2019
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DSB did an excellent job with the planning and Building Control stage of our project, which was a rear extension, completing all the required forms and submissions for approval - this was completely touch free for us. We were kept constantly informed of where we were in the process. Our builder commented that the technical plans were some of the best he had seen. We would definitely recommend Dave.
MrDenners
Jun 24, 2019
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Prior to meeting David, my wife and I met with two separate architects. Both architects either seemed disinterested or lead us to believe we could do whatever we wanted with our property. Then we met David.
David is extremely thoroughly, punctual and reliable. His plans were drawn to what some of the builders I’ve met described as “the most detailed” they had seen. If ever I needed to ask David a question, I was impressed with his level of detail and prompt response.
David also explained the process, step by step enabling me to have more of an understanding of building regulations and procedures
David is extremely thoroughly, punctual and reliable. His plans were drawn to what some of the builders I’ve met described as “the most detailed” they had seen. If ever I needed to ask David a question, I was impressed with his level of detail and prompt response.
David also explained the process, step by step enabling me to have more of an understanding of building regulations and procedures
