Architectural design in Winchester
Our office is on Hyde Street in Winchester. We design sensitive extensions and alterations across the city and the surrounding villages, including homes in the South Downs National Park.
Local expertise in Winchester
Winchester has a lot of historic character, and planning here expects design that respects it. Much of the city centre is a conservation area, and many of the surrounding villages fall inside the South Downs National Park, where the National Park Authority applies its own policies.
Our Winchester case study, a rear extension and dormer on a home in the South Downs National Park, shows how modern living space can sit comfortably in a sensitive landscape. We keep the massing in proportion, choose materials carefully and explain the scheme clearly in the planning submission.
Planning in Winchester
Planning applications here are decided by Winchester City Council / South Downs National Park Authority.
Two planning authorities
Most of the district is covered by Winchester City Council, but homes inside the South Downs National Park are decided by the South Downs National Park Authority. We'll confirm which applies to your property.
Conservation areas and listed buildings
Central Winchester and many villages have conservation area status, and listed buildings need listed building consent. We prepare heritage-aware drawings and supporting statements.
Design-led approvals
Planners here respond well to well-reasoned, context-led design. We make the case for your scheme in the drawings and in a clear design and access statement.
Building regulations
Full building regulations drawings and specifications, coordinated with structural engineers where needed.
Our work in Winchester
Winchester and nearby
- Winchester city centre
- Hyde
- Fulflood
- St Cross
- Stanmore
- Badger Farm
- Olivers Battery
- Kings Worthy
- Harestock
- Twyford
- Otterbourne
- Alresford
Our services in Winchester
Design, planning and building regulations for homes and businesses across Southampton, Winchester, the New Forest and wider Hampshire.
- 01Architectural DesignBespoke design from concept to planning approval.
- 02House ExtensionsSingle, double-storey, side, rear and wrap-around extensions.
- 03Loft ConversionsDormer, mansard and hip-to-gable lofts designed to add space and value.
- 04New BuildsSelf-build and new dwellings designed around your lifestyle.
- 05Property RenovationsReconfigure layouts and breathe new life into your home.
- 06Commercial DevelopmentsOffices, bars, restaurants, retail and change of use.
- 07Planning & Building RegsFull planning and building regulations drawing packages.
Is my Winchester home in the South Downs National Park?
Many villages around Winchester are, and it changes who decides your planning application and which policies apply. We check this at the start of every project.
Can I build a modern extension on a period home in Winchester?
Often, yes. A well-proportioned extension in quality materials can be approved even in sensitive settings. Our South Downs rear extension and dormer is a good example.
Where are you based?
Our office is at 16 City Business Centre, Hyde Street, Winchester SO23 7TA. We're happy to visit your property.
Let's talk about your project
Tell us a little about your property and plans. Marc will come back to you to talk through what's possible, usually within 24 hours.