Essex Architectural Design | Architectural Services in Essex

Looking for an Essex Architect? Let’s Turn Your Ideas into Plans That Get Approved.

Whether you’re extending, converting your loft, or starting fresh with a new build, SurvDesign delivers clear, professional architectural plans that Essex councils approve — and builders trust. No jargon, no stuffiness — just solid design and local expertise.

Looking for an Essex Architect? Let’s Turn Your Ideas into Plans That Get Approved.

Your Essex Architect for Projects Big or Small

If you’re searching for an Essex architect who’s practical, approachable, and knows how to get things through planning, you’re in the right place. At SurvDesign, we specialise in creating architectural plans that don’t just look good on paper — they get approved by Essex councils and help bring your vision to life.

As an experienced architectural designer in Essex, I’ve spent nearly 30 years working on projects of every shape and size. From single-storey extensions in Chelmsford, to loft conversions in Brentwood, to new builds along the Essex coast — we’ve drawn plans for them all. We understand the local planning policies, the quirks of different councils, and how to design spaces that work beautifully for real people.

Architectural Design Services Across Essex

When you hire an Essex architect like SurvDesign, you’re not just getting a set of drawings. You’re getting a complete service, including:

Measured surveys (using modern digital tools for accuracy)
Existing and proposed floor plans
Elevations and roof plans
Site and location plans for planning applications
Detailed drawings for Building Regulations approval
Design & Access Statements where needed
Council submission and liaison — we handle the paperwork so you don’t have to

Whether you need plans for a kitchen extension in Billericay, a garage conversion in Southend, or a loft conversion in Colchester, our architectural design services are tailored to Essex properties and planning rules.

Let’s Get Your Plans Started

If you’ve been Googling “Essex architect” and wondering who to trust, give us a call. We’ll talk you through what your project needs, give you a fixed price, and get you on the road to planning approval.

Call Kev and the team free on 0800 494 7023.

🧱 The Problem

🧠 “I Just Want to Build… But the Drawings, the Council, and the Rules Are Doing My Head In.”

You’re not alone. Most people hit a wall before they’ve even laid a brick.

What drawings do I need?
Will I need planning permission or can I build under permitted development?
Who actually draws this stuff — and how do I know it’s right?

And then there’s the paperwork. And the forms. And the time ticking away while your project sits on pause.

🛠️ What We Do

✅ Measured Building Surveys
✅ Planning Drawings for extensions, lofts, renovations
✅ Permitted Development Plans
✅ Building Regulations Drawings
✅ Structural Layouts & Calculations
✅ 3D Renders & Visualisation
✅ Design Advice & Feasibility Support

💬 Common Questions (Handled)

Will I need planning permission?
We’ll tell you straight away — and if you don’t, we’ll draw under Permitted Development rules.

Can I use these for building regs too?
Yes. We can include full building regs plans and liaise with your contractor to ensure everything fits on site.

Can you work with my builder?
Absolutely — we’re a team player and happy to coordinate with whoever’s doing the build.

What if my council rejects it?
We offer unlimited revisions as part of our service. We’ll tweak it until it’s right — at no extra charge.

✨ Your Life After SurvDesign

Your plans are done. Your council’s happy. Your builder’s ready to crack on.

Instead of being stuck at square one, you’re now halfway to your dream home — with clean, approved drawings in hand and the peace of mind that everything was done properly from the start.

And when you look back, you’ll realise: that big scary design process? Actually wasn’t that bad.
(It helps when you’ve got the right guide.)