Our latest article tackles a topical headache for homeowners: CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) .   From large extensions to annexes, CIL can be a minefield and getting it wrong could lead to unexpected and costly bills.   Our article explains what CIL is, when it’s triggered and how to avoid common pitfalls.   If you’re planning an extension or want to understand how CIL could affect your project, we’re here to help.   👉  Read the article in Premier Magazine by clicking

Dreaming of building your perfect home, but don’t know where to start?   Worried about the planning process or uncertain if your plans are even possible?   Afraid of losing money by buying the wrong plot?   Draw on expert advice from experienced local architects, Nye Saunders. We’ll tell you what you need to know, not just what you want to hear.   Contact us at:   📞 01484 418600 📨 info@nyesaunders.co.uk

Working inside a conservation area and next to a Grade II listed building within the South Downs National Park means every decision counts; from proportions, materials, detailing, and impact on local heritage all face a much higher level of scrutiny.   But with the right approach, even the most sensitive sites can deliver beautiful, policy‑compliant designs that respect their setting and give clients the space they need.      If you’re planning work in a protected or heritage

At Nye Saunders Architects, we build beautiful buildings with care, knowledge and understanding.  This is achieved by each member of the team bringing their unique blend of expertise, experience and creativity to produce high-quality architectural designs to meet each client’s individual brief and aspirations.   Over the coming weeks, we’ll be introducing you to the individuals who shape our practice, from the directors guiding our studio’s ethos, to the architectural staff d

We are delighted to announce that Adam Hieke has successfully received accreditation with the AABC (Architects Accredited in Building Conservation) following a rigorous peer assessment of his hands-on experience and technical expertise in the conservation of historic buildings.   The AABC ( http://www.aabc-register.co.uk ) is an exclusive register of expert conservation architects who are committed to protecting historic buildings and conserving architectural heritage, ensuri

“The report is amazing.”  “I’m so glad we did this!” “I can’t believe more architects don’t work in this way.”   Positive feedback from a client following our Briefing, Analysis & Strategy Review process.  This is an in-depth assessment establishing your wants and needs for a project and how you want to live, researching the property’s planning history and the opportunities for a successful development, be it an extension, refurbishment or complete knock down and rebuild.  In

At Nye Saunders, we believe great architecture starts with understanding you.   From concept to completion, we create beautiful buildings with knowledge, understanding, and care.   Whether you're dreaming of a new family home, a bespoke extension, or transforming your existing property into your forever home, we’re here to assist in bringing your vision to life.   📞 Give us a call to get started on 01484 418600   📨 Or email us at info@nyesaunders.co.uk

Working with Geoff Douglass of Pelham Planning, Mar Eshelby and Mark Welby, we have obtained permission in principle for between 5 & 8 dwellings for a Grey Belt site in Guildford Borough.    Permission in principle can be a cost-effective way of finding out if a site has potential within a short timescale and without all the costs usually associated with an outline or full planning application.    If you think you might have a site suitable for between 1 and 10 dwellings, con

Happy new year to you all. We’re proud to look back on a year filled with achievement and momentum!   🏗️ New planning successes  across multiple projects   🏆 Award nominations  recognising the hard work and dedication of our team, our clients, and partners   ✔️  ISO re‑certification   🎓 Our first time attending the ISBA Bursars Conference  a great opportunity to connect, learn, and share what we do.     It’s been a year of success, teamwork, and milestones!   🚀 Here’s to

This project focused on converting part of an existing office building within a Conservation Area into a new dwelling, while retaining space for the original offices. It builds on a previously approved scheme that included new windows and door openings, to allow sufficient daylight into the new dwelling as required for a permitted development conversion.  Careful negotiation with the Conservation Officer paid dividends!   Do you have an office building that is surplus to requ

It was wonderful to bring together friends and colleagues from across the property world for some gentle networking and learning about the latest planning news and the history of our Tudor period office.   Adam Hieke gave guests a guided tour, revealing the secrets of oak framed construction, the origin of the terms “top dog” and “under dog” and showing off the apotropaic marks we revealed at Halloween!   A special thank you to our guest speaker, Geoff Douglass of Pelham Plan

After a journey of nearly 2½ years, we’re delighted to share that planning approval has been granted for three new homes in Surrey. This project is a great example of perseverance and collaboration. The original scheme was refused in June 2023 and the appeal dismissed in 2024. The scheme focused on unlocking the potential of a generous plot and transforming a single dwelling with a large garden into three thoughtfully designed homes. We worked closely with Pelham Planning

Last week, our clients James & Clare Platt, Nicholls Construction (main contractor), and our very own Dan Burton attended the Guildford Design Awards, where we were proud to receive a commendation certificate for one of our barn conversion designs. Congratulations to everyone involved in bringing this project to life!   The Guildford Design Awards, jointly organised by The Guildford Society and Guildford Borough Council, take place every two years to celebrate outstanding arc

ISO 9001 isn’t just an internationally recognised quality management standard; it’s a recognition of our dedication to providing the best service possible to our clients.   The ISO 9001 framework reflects our commitment to:   Consistency Reliability Continuous Improvement   Well done to all the team for their hard work in maintaining such high standards.   #iso9001 #nyesaunders #architecture #surrey

This Halloween, we’re celebrating the spooky side of architecture! Did you know that many historic buildings hide apotropaic marks, mysterious carvings once believed to ward off spirits? 🧙‍♀️✨   The image shows extensive taper burns discovered in an attic space during a recent site visit. These ancient symbols could be seen as the original architectural “security systems,” offering protection from the spectral forces.   For those joining our gathering next month with Pelham

Adam getting some hands on CPD lime pointing with conservation stone and mortar specialists Anstey and Stone Ltd.    If you have a heritage project and need an architect who really understands how to conserve historic buildings, do get in touch.   #NyeSaunders #CPD #History #Conservation#Heritage #Architecture

Prior approval for agricultural buildings needn’t be a painful process.  We recently secured priorapproval for two new agricultural storage barns for a client near Horsham.  If you need help with agricultural permitted development give us a call.   #PermittedDevelopment #PriorApproval #AgriculturalDevelopment #NyeSaunders #Architecture

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The Borough Council has launched its Call for Sites (12 Sept – 24 Oct 2025), inviting landowners to put forward sites for potential...

Join us this Sunday, 14th September, for an exclusive guided tour of our 16th-century timber-framed offices, led by our very own Adam!...