BHD Limited — Architectural Design & Planning Studio in Wolverhampton and Telford
BHD Limited is an architectural design and planning consultancy based in Wolverhampton and Telford, serving clients across Shropshire, Staffordshire, and the wider West Midlands. Founded by Nick Garvey MCIOB, a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, we specialise in residential house extensions, loft conversions, and planning applications. Through our remote survey service, Blueprint by BHD, we are now available to homeowners nationwide across the UK.
Architectural Design & Planning Services
We offer a comprehensive range of architectural design and planning services for residential clients throughout Wolverhampton, Telford, Shropshire, Staffordshire, and the West Midlands.
Architectural Design
Our design service covers everything from initial feasibility and concept through to full planning-ready CAD drawings. We design single-storey and two-storey rear extensions, side extensions, over-structure extensions, internal reconfigurations, and new garden rooms or outbuildings. Every project is drawn to scale by our qualified Architectural Technicians, with floor plans and elevations produced in CAD.
Planning Consultancy
Our planning consultancy service guides homeowners through the planning process. We provide pre-application advice, prepare and submit householder and full planning applications, produce Design and Access Statements, and advise on permitted development rights. We also assist clients in applying for Lawful Development Certificates (LDC), providing formal confirmation that proposed works are lawful without the need for full planning permission.
Loft Conversions
Loft conversions are one of the most cost-effective ways to add space to your home. We design dormer loft conversions, hip-to-gable loft conversions, and Velux (rooflight) loft conversions, producing all the drawings required for both planning applications and building regulations approval. Whether your property is a terraced house, semi-detached, or detached, we can advise on the most suitable conversion type and produce the drawings you need.
House Extensions
We design single-storey and two-storey house extensions for residential properties across Wolverhampton, Telford, Shropshire, and Staffordshire. Many single-storey rear extensions fall within permitted development rights and do not require a planning application — though we always recommend obtaining a Lawful Development Certificate for legal protection. Larger extensions or those in sensitive locations will require a formal planning application, which we can prepare and submit on your behalf.
Remote Home Surveys — Available Nationwide
Through our Blueprint by BHD portal, we offer a remote home survey service that allows homeowners anywhere in the UK to access our professional architectural drawing service. You measure your rooms using our step-by-step guide and upload your measurements and photographs through our secure online portal. Our team reviews your submission and produces professional CAD drawings — floor plans and elevations — ready for your planning application.
We also offer an in-person survey service for clients in Wolverhampton, Telford, Shropshire, Staffordshire, and the West Midlands. A member of our team visits your property, carries out the measured survey on your behalf, and we then produce your drawings from the data collected on site.
Pricing
Our pricing is transparent with no hidden fees or hourly charges.
- Remote Survey: £15 per m² (minimum charge £649, £249 deposit to start, balance due on completion). Includes floor plans, elevations, and one round of amendments.
- In-Person Survey: £25 per m² (minimum charge £899, £349 deposit to start, balance due on completion). Includes floor plans, elevations, and one round of amendments.
All drawings are supplied in PDF and CAD format, suitable for submission with a planning application or Lawful Development Certificate application to your local authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What areas do you cover?
- We are based in Wolverhampton and Telford, serving clients across Shropshire, Staffordshire, and the wider West Midlands for in-person surveys. Through our remote survey service, Blueprint by BHD, we are available to homeowners nationwide across the UK.
- Do I need planning permission for a house extension?
- It depends on the size and position of the extension. Many single-storey rear extensions fall under permitted development rights and do not require a planning application. However, two-storey extensions, side extensions near boundaries, and properties in conservation areas usually require planning permission. We can advise on your specific situation.
- What is a Lawful Development Certificate?
- A Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) is a formal document issued by your local planning authority confirming that your proposed works are lawful and do not require planning permission. Even if your project falls within permitted development, an LDC provides legal protection and is valuable when selling your property. Professional architectural drawings are required to support an LDC application.
- How long does it take to receive my drawings?
- We typically deliver completed drawings within 5 to 10 working days from receipt of a complete survey submission and deposit payment.
- Are amendments to drawings included?
- Yes, one round of amendments is included with every project at no extra cost.
- Can you help with loft conversions?
- Yes — dormer, hip-to-gable, and Velux loft conversions, with all drawings required for planning applications and building regulations approval.
- What qualifications does your team have?
- BHD Limited is founded by Nick Garvey MCIOB, a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Building. Our team includes qualified Architectural Technicians with experience in residential design and planning applications.
Planning & Design Blog
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Get in touch to discuss your project. We offer free initial advice and can assess whether your proposal requires planning permission or falls within permitted development rights.
Email: info@bhd-limited.co.uk
Wolverhampton Office: 01902 283154
Telford Office: 01952 948250
Address: 4-5 Victoria Square, I11, Wolverhampton, WV1 1LD
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