Feasibility Studies

With many projects, particularly larger schemes, there can be many unknowns and variables to take into account. This is where a feasibility study can be very useful to do background research to enable a strategy or brief to be developed. We can assist with all aspect of this such as:

Background research into:

Planning- study the 'Local Plan', look at previous applications and find relevant precedents.
Environmental issues- look into factors such as risk of flooding, transport issues, protected trees and special wildlife habitats.
Historical issues- listed building status, conservation areas, ancient monuments and archaelogoical implications.
End users- if the building is for a specific user group we would look into relevant factors or legislation which may impact upon the proposals.

Development of concept designs-

Free-hand sketch drawings to quickly develop general ideas and test their suitability
Analysis of site constraints and factors relating to orientation
Consider sustainability issues and opportunities for the use of green technology within the scheme design

Negotiations

Using this analysis we can deal with pre-planning negotiations with the local authorities, neighbours or any one else with an interest in the site.

Brief development

As a strategy developes through the initial investigations we can mould these into a clear brief to enable the next stage of the design process to begin.