Business Details
Award-Winning Chartered Architects in Godalming, Surrey
Nye Saunders is an award-winning chartered architectural practice based in Godalming, Surrey, with over five decades of combined experience in delivering architectural solutions. We specialise in residential, educational, ecclesiastical, commercial, and conservation projects, offering services from inception to handover. Our approach prioritises client needs, blending creative design with practical functionality while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and heritage preservation. With a proven track record in securing planning consents for challenging sites, we provide tailored services including feasibility studies, master planning, and building regulations applications.Our team combines dynamic design expertise with local knowledge, ensuring projects meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. We are recognised for our collaborative approach, environmental consciousness, and ability to navigate complex planning processes. Directors maintain day-to-day involvement, guaranteeing organisational rigour and budget control throughout each project lifecycle.
Services
Residential Architecture
Conservation Architecture
Master Planning
Feasibility Studies
Public Consultation
Building Regulations Applications
Party Wall Surveying
Ecclesiastical Design
Commercial Development
Heritage Restoration
Highlights and features
- Award-winning chartered architectural practice with decades of combined experience
- Proven expertise in securing planning consents for challenging listed buildings
- Tailored services from feasibility studies to full project delivery
- Specialist conservation knowledge with modern design integration capabilities
- Environmentally conscious approach using sustainable materials and technologies
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Architects
What people say
Design skills
Professionalism
Collaborative approach
Exceeded expectations
Navigating planning pitfalls
Services
Residential Architecture
We create bespoke residential solutions combining modern living requirements with architectural heritage. Our services include extensions, renovations, and new builds tailored to client needs. With expertise in listed building conservation, we deliver designs that respect historical context while incorporating contemporary functionality.
Conservation Architecture
Specialist conservation services for historic buildings including condition surveys, restoration plans, and sensitive additions. We maintain original character while implementing modern upgrades through meticulous research and traditional craftsmanship techniques. Our team has extensive experience with Grade I and II listed properties.
Master Planning
Comprehensive master planning services for residential and commercial developments. We create strategic spatial frameworks balancing urban design principles with practical implementation. Our approach integrates public consultation, feasibility analysis, and regulatory compliance to deliver sustainable, future-proof developments.
Feasibility Studies
Detailed feasibility assessments evaluating planning potential, budget parameters, and technical constraints. We provide site-specific analysis including permitted development rights, conservation area restrictions, and cost-benefit projections to inform decision-making before project commencement.
Building Regulations Applications
Full-service building regulations support ensuring compliance with current standards. We prepare technical drawings, coordinate with approved inspectors, and manage the entire submission process for new builds and alterations. Our expertise minimises delays through proactive compliance planning.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services including residential design, conservation work, master planning, feasibility studies, and building regulations applications across Surrey and surrounding counties.
Do you specialise in historic building projects?
Yes, we have specialist conservation expertise with extensive experience in listed building renovations, heritage-sensitive additions, and traditional construction techniques.
Can you assist with planning applications?
We have a proven track record securing planning consents, particularly for challenging sites, through strategic design solutions and effective local authority engagement.
What areas do you cover?
Primarily Surrey with additional projects in Sussex, Hampshire, and Oxfordshire. We maintain local knowledge while serving clients across southern England.
How do you approach project management?
Directors maintain day-to-day involvement throughout RIBA work stages, ensuring budget control, quality assurance, and seamless coordination from concept to completion.
