Home extensions
Concept, planning and technical design for rear, side or multi-storey extensions to existing homes.
Architects Bromley
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Planning an extension, conversion, refurbishment or new design in Bromley? Describe the property, objectives and likely scope once, then compare architects who cover your area.
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Enter the postcode, property type and what you want to change. Mention conservation-area, listed-building or Article 4 status if known so suitable Bromley architects can judge the likely planning and design work.
Common architect services
What can architects in Bromley help with?
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Renovations & remodelling
Reworking internal layouts, circulation and spaces while coordinating structural and building-services requirements.
Planning applications
Drawings and design information for projects that require planning permission or specific local assessment.
Building Regulations design
Technical information and coordination needed to demonstrate compliance with relevant Building Regulations.
Listed & heritage buildings
Design work where listed-building consent, conservation context and historic fabric need special attention.
New-build design
Concept through technical design for new homes and other buildings where site, planning and construction constraints are considered together.
How much does an architect cost?
Fees depend on project value, complexity and which RIBA-style stages or services are included. Current 2026 UK guidance gives these broad examples:
£3,000–£5,000Extension planning drawings
£2,000–£7,500+Renovation projects
£5,000–£8,000Building regs & tender drawings
£5,000–£12,000Full house-extension fee guide
Indicative UK guidance checked August 2026 from MyJobQuote. Bromley architect fees vary with project value, survey information, planning complexity, heritage, structural coordination and how far the architect remains involved after approval.
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One fee may cover planning drawings only while another includes technical design, tendering and site support. Compare scope before comparing price.
- State the project budget and what you want to achieve, not only the room dimensions.
- Ask which design stages, applications and revisions are included.
- Clarify structural engineer, surveyor and specialist-consultant costs separately.
- For heritage property, mention listing or conservation-area status from the start.
Cost sources: MyJobQuote 2026 architect cost guide
Bromley planning and heritage context
Conservation areas and numerous Article 4 directions make the exact address important
Bromley has a large network of designated conservation areas and publishes a substantial set of Article 4 Directions covering specific streets, estates and planning rights. An architect should therefore check the property itself rather than rely on a borough-wide assumption about permitted development.
Bromley currently lists 47 conservation areas
The council says there are 47 conservation areas designated for their special architectural or historic interest. It provides an interactive map and local guidance, so extensions and visible alterations should be checked against the property's exact heritage status.
Article 4 controls are spread across many named areas
Bromley publishes Article 4 Directions for locations including Beckenham, Bickley, Biggin Hill, Chislehurst, Petts Wood and other parts of the borough. These directions remove specified permitted-development rights, so the proposal and address need checking before a design route is assumed.
Source: London Borough of Bromley — Article 4 Direction areas
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Architects covering Bromley
Architects may cover Bromley by project type, property and stage of work. Example areas include:
BromleyBeckenhamOrpingtonChislehurstPetts WoodWest WickhamBickleyHayes
Give the exact address and any planning history
The same extension concept can have different constraints in a standard suburban street, a conservation area or a property affected by an Article 4 Direction. Share the address, existing plans and previous decisions if available.
Planning and Building Regulations are separate. Bromley's own guidance makes clear that planning permission and Building Regulations are different systems. Ask who is responsible for each approval route in the project scope.
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Before you hire
What should you check before hiring an architect?
Relevant project experience and a clearly defined service are more useful than comparing headline percentage fees alone.
Compare similar project experience
Look for work with a similar property type, planning context, budget and technical complexity.
Define the service stages
Agree whether the appointment stops at planning or continues through technical design, tender and construction support.
Clarify other consultants
Ask who appoints structural, measured-survey, party-wall or specialist consultants and whether their fees are separate.
Questions
Architects in Bromley: common questions
Useful answers before you post the job.
How much does an architect cost in Bromley?
Fees depend on project value, complexity and whether you need concept design, planning drawings, technical information, tender support or contract administration.
How many conservation areas are there in Bromley?
The council's current conservation page lists 47 designated conservation areas.
What is an Article 4 Direction?
It is a local planning direction that removes specified permitted-development rights. Bromley has many address-specific directions, so check the exact property.
Are planning permission and Building Regulations the same?
No. Bromley's Building Control guidance explicitly says the two systems are separate and a project can require one, both or neither depending on the work.
Do I have to hire an architect who responds?
No. Up to three interested local professionals can respond and there is no obligation to hire.
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