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ABOUT DILWORTH DESIGN
We are a CIAT registered practice based in Solihull. https://architecturaltechnology.com/ With decades of experience and a passion for excellent design we provide clear, accurate and fully resolved drawings.
You may have a clear vision of what you want to do with your home or be struggling to resolve an issue with how the space you have can be extended and improved. We can guide you with expertise and suggest options to guide you on how best to extend your home.
Cost, design and obtaining planning and building regulations consent are the key factors that will shape your project from the first idea to inception.
Kitchen by Culina + Balneo
Bev and Bob have over 60 years combined experience in architectural design and have been working together for longer than either of them can remember. They bring their unique blend of planning and construction knowledge to every project.
Using CAD software and cutting-edge technology Bob brings designs to life whilst ensuring the technical detail is resolved, paving the way to a smooth build.
From an early age Bob had an interest in buildings and coupled with an enjoyment of Maths and Technical Drawing at school it was a natural progression to continue studies leading to becoming an architectural technologist.
He began his career working for architectural practices in Birmingham and then for a local builder and developer with Bob setting up his own practice in 1992. Bob is a chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists and a proud recipient of their Gold Award.
“Often a client will approach us with a list of requirements but not knowing how they can make it work; with our broad experience we can be creative and make suggestions to clients that not only meet their needs but do so in a cost-effective manner.”
Bev started her career in finance and managing a business in the ports and dock industry before joining Bob. She took on the business management side incorporating the practice in 2002 before broadening her skillset in the planning aspect of architecture.
She has a full understanding of permitted development rights to ensure clients can maximise these benefits without the need to apply for planning consent. Having forged strong working relationships with local authorities Bev can negotiate on behalf of the client to achieve planning consent.
“A client may have an idea of what they want to achieve, with our knowledge and experience we can advise them what is feasible from a planning permission perspective and what is possible without needing to apply for planning consent.”
