What we do

The second design pack includes all the services from pack A, but with additional services attached during the design stage. It brings the project onto the next level providing all the tender drawings and specifications required to accurately price the job. During construction it provides a site visit and certification package.

During the design stage, computer models and animations of the proposed design, allow us to walk through the proposed extension and see everything in 3-dimensions. We can study how light and shadows penetrate the spaces. An elemental cost breakdown is also provided by our quantity surveyor prior to the lodgement of the planning application, illustrating how much the proposed extension should cost based on current market rates. This ensures that a client does not get planning permission for something that they can’t afford.

After the planning permission process the drawings are brought to ‘tender stage’. The tender package is essentially looking at the building in greater detail to that of the planning permission drawings. This document outlines the scope of work required, for the builder to accurately price the extension and sets out the conditions of the building contract. This includes information on how the extension is to be built, the construction details, who is supplying what materials, the electrical and plumbing layout and the finishes. The client is issued with five copies of all the drawings and specifications to give to their selected contractors.

Our engineers will detail the foundations and the structure of the proposed extension, supplying all structural sizes required for the openings and alterations to the existing house.

Extend will visit the site at the intervals required by the lending institutes to release monies and also to check that the structure is carried out in accordance with building regulations.

When the works are complete extend will visit the site and issue certificates for compliance with building regulations and planning permission.

Some examples of situations where design pack B may be suitable

• If you want to proceed with the project management yourself but you need more information on how the building comes together in detail.
• If you have a general knowledge of building and feel capable of managing the builder and the budget
• If the extension is not too complex and you do not foresee many changes on site.
• If you know or have a builder who you want to use and do not need to go through the tender process.
• If you feel the size and complexity of the works is of a scale that you are confident to take the project through the construction process