Architectural Services
in Devon
From initial ideas and feasibility studies through to planning, technical drawings and construction support, Morris Architectural Design provides a complete architectural design service tailored to your project.
Whether you are considering an extension, renovating an existing property, developing land or planning a new residential or commercial building, we can support you at every stage of the process.
Architectural Support from Initial Ideas to Completion
Every successful building project begins with careful planning and a clear understanding of what can be achieved.
Morris Architectural Design works with homeowners, property developers and commercial clients to turn ideas into practical, considered and buildable designs. We can provide a complete architectural design package or support you with a specific stage of your project.
Our hands-on approach means you receive clear advice, responsive communication and a design service shaped around your property, objectives and budget.
Whether you already have detailed plans or are unsure where to begin, we can help establish the right way forward.
Our Architectural Services
Before investing significant time and money into a project, it is important to understand whether your ideas are practical.
A feasibility study can examine the opportunities and constraints affecting your site or property. This may include its existing layout, access, neighbouring buildings, planning considerations and the amount of development that may reasonably be achievable.
We use this early-stage assessment to help you make informed decisions before progressing into detailed design work.
Conceptual design is where your ideas begin to take shape.
We explore potential layouts, forms and design approaches that respond to your brief, the character of the property and the surrounding environment. This stage allows different options to be considered before a preferred direction is selected.
The result is a clear initial design concept that provides the foundation for the next stages of your project.
Once an initial concept has been agreed, we develop the proposal in greater detail.
Layouts, dimensions, appearance, materials and practical requirements are refined to create a coordinated design. We also consider how the building will be used, how spaces connect and how the proposal can be delivered effectively.
This stage helps transform an early idea into a well-resolved design ready for planning or technical development.
For projects where planning requirements or the likelihood of approval are uncertain, a pre-application enquiry can provide useful early guidance.
We can prepare the information needed to approach the relevant local planning authority and help you understand the feedback received.
Although pre-application advice does not guarantee planning approval, it can identify potential concerns before a full application is submitted and help shape a more informed proposal.
We can prepare and coordinate planning applications for extensions, conversions, new homes, residential developments and commercial projects.
Our planning application service can include:
- Existing and proposed drawings
- Site and location plans
- Design development
- Supporting design information
- Submission of the application
- Communication with the planning authority
- Responses to queries during the application process
We aim to present each proposal clearly and professionally while responding sensitively to the property, its setting and relevant planning considerations.
Some development projects must demonstrate how biodiversity will be protected and improved as part of the proposal.
We can assist with Biodiversity Net Gain requirements, including the preparation or coordination of relevant assessments and biodiversity metrics where appropriate.
Requirements vary according to the scale, location and nature of a project, so we will help identify what information may be required at an early stage.
Alterations to a listed building often require additional care, research and consent.
We can help develop proposals that respect the building’s historic character while meeting your practical requirements. Our service may include measured drawings, proposed plans, supporting design information and coordination with relevant heritage specialists where necessary.
We can also prepare and submit listed building consent applications alongside any associated planning application.
Three-dimensional visualisations can make architectural proposals easier to understand than drawings alone.
We can produce 3D models and CGI images to help you visualise the appearance, scale and layout of a proposed development before construction begins.
Visualisations can be particularly helpful when:
- Comparing different design options
- Explaining a proposal to family members or stakeholders
- Supporting a planning application
- Marketing a development
- Reviewing materials and external finishes
Planning permission and Building Regulations approval are separate stages of the development process.
Once the design has progressed, we can prepare the technical information required for a Building Regulations application. This can include detailed plans, sections, construction details and coordination with structural engineers or other consultants.
The drawings provide contractors and building control professionals with a clearer understanding of how the approved design should be constructed.
Accurate construction drawings are essential for obtaining reliable quotations and completing work correctly on site.
We can develop detailed drawing packages showing dimensions, materials, construction methods and key junctions. These drawings help reduce uncertainty and provide a coordinated reference for contractors, consultants and building control.
The precise level of detail required will depend on the size and complexity of your project.
For clients who require additional support during construction, we can provide project management services tailored to the development.
This may include:
- Coordinating consultants and contractors
- Monitoring project progress
- Attending site meetings
- Reviewing workmanship against the design information
- Responding to technical queries
- Helping manage decisions and changes
- Monitoring agreed timescales and project information
Construction projects involve important health and safety responsibilities.
We can provide advice and support in relation to the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, helping ensure that design risks and relevant project information are properly considered and communicated.
The responsibilities that apply will depend on the nature of the project and the appointments made by the client.
Choosing a suitable contractor is one of the most important decisions within a building project.
We can help identify, approach and shortlist competent contractors with appropriate experience. Where required, we can also assist with issuing project information, comparing quotations and clarifying what is included within each submission.
This gives you a more structured basis on which to select a contractor for your project.
Projects We Can Help With
Our architectural services can be adapted to a wide variety of residential and commercial projects, including:
- House extensions
- Loft conversions
- Garage conversions
- Internal remodelling
- Property renovations
- Barn and rural building conversions
- New-build homes
- Residential developments
- Listed and historic buildings
- Commercial alterations
- Change-of-use projects
- Small commercial developments
- Accessible design improvements
- Sustainable building upgrades
No two properties or clients are the same. Each design is developed around the specific opportunities, restrictions and ambitions associated with the project.
Why Choose
Morris Architectural Design?
We combine practical expertise with a personal, hands-on approach to deliver architectural solutions that are beautifully designed, technically sound and built to last.
Personal, Hands-On Support
You receive direct, approachable support throughout the project, with clear explanations at each stage.
Practical, Buildable Design
We create thoughtful, realistic designs that balance aesthetics, function and budget.
Complete End-to-End Support
From initial ideas and planning applications through to construction support, we’re with you throughout.
Local Knowledge, Proven Experience
Based in Devon, we understand local planning requirements and deliver successful projects across the South West.
Sustainable Thinking
We embrace sustainable design principles to create healthier, more efficient buildings for the future.
Recent Architectural Design Projects
Our portfolio includes home extensions, new dwellings, conversions, commercial change of use projects and complex planning applications across the South West and Nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What architectural services do you provide?
We provide a comprehensive range of architectural design services, including feasibility studies, concept design, planning applications, listed building consent, 3D visualisations, Building Regulations drawings, construction drawings, project management and contractor shortlisting.
You can appoint us for a complete architectural package or for an individual stage of your project.
Can you help if I am unsure whether my project is possible?
Yes. A feasibility study or initial design consultation can help establish what may be achievable before you commit to a full planning application or detailed design package.
We can review the property, your objectives and the principal constraints before recommending a suitable way forward.
Do I need planning permission for my project?
Not every building project requires a full planning application. Some work may fall within permitted development rights, while other projects may require planning permission, listed building consent or additional approvals.
We can review your proposal and advise which application route is likely to be appropriate.
Can you submit the planning application for me?
Yes. We can prepare the architectural drawings and supporting design information, submit the application and communicate with the local planning authority while the application is being considered.
Does planning permission include Building Regulations approval?
No. Planning permission considers matters such as the principle, appearance and impact of a development. Building Regulations deal with technical standards relating to construction, safety, accessibility and energy performance.
Many projects require both processes to be completed separately.
Can you produce Building Regulations and construction drawings?
Yes. We can prepare detailed technical drawings for Building Regulations applications, contractor quotations and construction.
The drawing package can be coordinated with structural engineers and other specialist consultants where required.
Can you help me find a building contractor?
Yes. We can assist with sourcing and shortlisting contractors, issuing project information and reviewing quotations.
The final appointment remains your decision, but we can help you compare submissions on a clearer and more consistent basis.