Business Details
31 Years
experience
Award-Winning Planning & Architecture Services in Surrey, London & Kent
We are an award-winning planning and architecture practice with over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality design solutions across the UK. Our in-house teams of chartered architects, planners, and technical specialists collaborate to provide end-to-end services, from initial concept to project completion. Our unique Four Stage Planning & Design Process ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while maximising the potential of each project.We specialise in heritage conservation, residential developments, and commercial projects, supported by a network of trusted Preferred Partners for specialist consultancy needs. Our commitment to sustainability, client collaboration, and technical excellence has earned us a reputation as a leader in the South East.
Services
Architecture
Planning
Heritage Consultancy
Preferred Partners Network
Four-Stage Design Process
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 30 years of experience in planning and architectural design
- Integrated in-house teams of chartered architects and planners
- Proprietary Four Stage Planning & Design Process ensures success
- Specialist heritage consultancy services for listed buildings
- Nationwide network of vetted Preferred Partners for technical support
What people say
Expert planning knowledge
Successful heritage projects
Professional team
Reliable delivery
Creative solutions
Services
Architecture
Our chartered architects provide full architectural services from concept to completion. We specialise in residential extensions, new builds, and commercial developments. Our team combines creative design with technical expertise to meet planning requirements while achieving client objectives. Services include feasibility studies, building regulations applications, and contract administration.
Planning
We offer strategic planning advice for residential and commercial projects. Our services cover site appraisals, pre-application consultations, and planning applications. We navigate complex planning policies to secure permissions, including handling appeals and discharge of conditions for major developments.
Heritage Consultancy
WS Heritage provides specialist advice on listed buildings and conservation areas. We prepare heritage statements, character appraisals, and statements of significance. Our team negotiates with local authorities to achieve planning consents while preserving historical integrity.
Preferred Partners Network
Our vetted network of specialists provides arboricultural, ecological, and engineering services. Partners collaborate at every project stage to address site constraints, ensuring comprehensive solutions that meet regulatory requirements and enhance project viability.
Four-Stage Design Process
Our proprietary process aligns with RIBA guidelines, simplifying planning and design. It includes preparation, concept design, spatial coordination, and technical design stages. This structured approach ensures thorough planning, reduces delays, and improves success rates for planning applications.
People
Brian Woods
Managing Director
Founder of WS Planning & Architecture with over 30 years' experience in architectural design and practice management. Leads strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in key projects.
Emily Munro
Planning Director
Joined WS in 2017 with extensive planning expertise. Oversees strategic planning advice, pre-application negotiations, and complex planning applications across residential and commercial sectors.
Jhonnatan Jaramillo
Architectural Director
Chartered Architect with significant private-sector experience. Leads architectural design team, specialising in residential developments and complex planning challenges requiring technical innovation.
Questions
What planning services do you offer?
We provide full planning services including site appraisals, pre-application advice, planning applications, and appeal representation for residential and commercial developments.
Do you handle listed building projects?
Yes, our specialist heritage consultancy WS Heritage offers advice on listed buildings, conservation areas, and heritage impact assessments.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across the UK with offices in Surrey, London, and Kent, handling projects in urban and rural locations nationwide.
What is your Four Stage Design Process?
Our structured approach aligns with RIBA guidelines, covering preparation, concept design, spatial coordination, and technical design to maximise planning success.
How do you handle technical challenges?
We collaborate with our Preferred Partners network of specialists in arboriculture, ecology, and engineering to address all site constraints comprehensively.
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