Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Architectural & Planning Solutions
Established in 1985, DPDS is a multidisciplinary practice offering expert advice in town planning, architecture, and environmental design. Our team of planners, architects, and specialists adopts an integrated approach to development projects, combining local knowledge with a commitment to sustainable, commercially viable solutions. With decades of experience, we deliver tailored services across residential, commercial, and public sectors, prioritising client needs while balancing environmental sensitivity.Our track record includes successful projects in Swindon and surrounding regions, reflecting our dedication to innovative, practical design. We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), underscoring our professional standards and client trust.
Services
Town Planning
Architectural Design
Environmental Impact Assessment
Masterplanning
Project Coordination
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Heritage Consultancy
Feasibility Studies
Sustainability Advice
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer a multidisciplinary team of planners, architects, and environmental specialists.
- Our local knowledge ensures tailored solutions for Swindon and surrounding areas.
- We adopt an integrated approach to maximise development potential.
- We have a proven track record of successful projects across multiple sectors.
- Our services balance commercial viability with environmental sensitivity.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Town Planning
We provide expert advice on planning applications, appeals, and development strategies. Our services include Development Plan representations, Local Plan inquiries, and strategic land promotion. With deep local knowledge, we navigate regulatory frameworks to secure approvals for residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Our approach balances client objectives with environmental and community needs.
Architectural Design
Our architectural team delivers innovative designs for new builds, extensions, and conversions. We specialise in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces across residential, education, and commercial sectors. Services include feasibility studies, permitted development advice, and detailed design coordination. Sustainability and practicality guide every project from concept to completion.
Environmental Impact Assessment
We conduct comprehensive environmental impact assessments to evaluate development effects on ecosystems, communities, and landscapes. Our reports inform planning applications and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. By identifying mitigation measures, we help clients achieve approvals while minimising ecological disruption across urban and rural projects.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning services integrate urban design, landscape architecture, and infrastructure planning. We create cohesive, future-proofed communities through feasibility studies, concept statements, and local character analyses. Projects span housing estates, town centres, and regeneration schemes, prioritising connectivity, sustainability, and economic viability for long-term success.
Project Coordination
We coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex developments seamlessly. Our project management covers planning, design, and implementation phases, ensuring alignment with client goals. By integrating expertise from architecture, landscape, and environmental fields, we streamline processes, reduce risks, and achieve timely, cost-effective outcomes for public and private sector clients.
Questions
What planning services does DPDS offer?
We provide full planning consultancy, including applications, appeals, Development Plan representations, and strategic land promotion for residential and commercial projects.
Do DPDS handle architectural projects?
Yes, we offer architectural design for new builds, extensions, conversions, and feasibility studies across residential, education, and commercial sectors.
How does DPDS approach environmental considerations?
We conduct Environmental Impact Assessments and integrate sustainability into all projects, ensuring compliance while minimising ecological disruption.
Are DPDS regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), ensuring adherence to professional standards.
What areas does DPDS operate in?
We work nationwide but focus on Swindon, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and Derbyshire, leveraging local planning knowledge.
Can DPDS manage multidisciplinary projects?
Yes, we coordinate teams of planners, architects, and specialists to deliver integrated solutions for complex developments.
