Richmond & Barnes
Dyer Grimes Architects Specialist Planning Expertise in Richmond
After 30 years in the business and over 100+ planning, refurbishment and total rebuild projects in our portfolio in Richmond and Barnes, we know a thing or two about planning, designing and building homes in this area. Our relationship with local planning authorities gives us the upper hand over other architects in London - there are only two planning officers, who whilst incredibly overloaded, are always open to a meeting for our clients. If you’re interested in purchasing and developing property in this area, or want to refresh your beloved family home, you’ve found the right team in Dyer Grimes Architects.
Featured Projects
Richmond Hill-Spring Terrace TW9 Read more
Barnes-Castlenau SW13
Sheen-Fife road SW14
Sheen-Fife road SW14
Richmond Hill-Montague road TW10
Richmond Hill-Montague road TW10
Richmond Hill-Spring Terrace TW9
Our client had always dreamed of recreating her childhood home, so when a derelict Georgian house came up for sale, the opportunity was too good to miss.
The house was listed and comprised of small dark rooms not suitable for modern family living. The goal was to restore the house to its former glory and increase its footprint by a third, creating a stunning new extension in contemporary glass below ground leading into the garden.
Richmond Society, together with the Listed Building Officers, required that any extension to the property should match the existing style of the building.
There was also the small matter of a thirty foot Scots Pine tree with a preservation order which was growing right in the middle of the proposed extension works and would need to be removed.
Through our long-standing relationship with Richmond Conservation Officers, we were able to convince them to grant planning on a minimalist glass extension that complemented the original Georgian architecture.
We worked closely with the Richmond Archaeological Society to develop a structural solution that would allow us to excavate the basement and build the extension.
The end result was a stunning restoration of a period property which accommodated the family’s need for space, light and contemporary living.
Dyer Grimes Architects projects in the London Borough of Richmond
Architectural styles of houses in Richmond
Across the villages in the Borough of Richmond are various historical architectural styles of houses. If you are planning to extend or demolish your house, you need to work with an expert in these styles, who understands the Richmond planning guidance and conservation officers’ preferred solutions. If you fail to do this, your planning application will be delayed or refused.
Barnes-Castlenau SW13
Sheen-Fife road SW14
Sheen-Fife road SW14
Richmond Hill-Montague road TW10
Richmond Hill-Montague road TW10
Richmond Hill-Dynevor road TW10 road TW10
Kew-Bromfield road TW9
Richmond Hill-Spring Terrace TW9
Petersham-Sandpits road TW10
Richmond Hill-Park road TW10
St.Margarets-Cambridge Park TW1
Twickenham Riverside-Strawberry Vale TW1
Strawberry Hill=Twickenham TW1
Hampton-St. James road TW12
Specialist Planning Expertise in Richmond
The London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames comprises unique villages with distinctive local character. Conservation Area appraisals provide specific design guidance, though limited planning officers handle numerous applications.
Applications must follow design standards and demonstrate excellence, contributing positively to the conservation area. Richmond features Grade I and II Listed Buildings and “Buildings of Townscape Merit,” requiring detailed historical reports and Statements of Significance.
Much of Richmond sits by the Thames, an Archaeological interest area, necessitating archaeology reports. The river is classified as “Metropolitan Open Land,” so new builds can only expand by around 15% of the existing floor area, with volume restrictions.
Flood risk areas necessitate Flood Risk Assessments, with requirements for drainage and water recycling. Richmond Park and Barnes Wetland Centre are protected, so local applications may need ecological surveys.
For basement work, detailed Construction Method Statements are required. Neighborhood groups, including The Richmond Society, are consulted on applications, making community collaboration essential.
Richmond upon Thames is a short journey from London Waterloo, known for its scenic landscapes, historical landmarks, and cultural heritage, including the Royal Parks, Kew Gardens, and hidden gems like Marble Hill House and Turner’s House.
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