Architects in Southwell
NG Architects: Residential Architects in Southwell
Looking for experienced residential architects in Southwell to help you reimagine your home with clarity and confidence? Welcome to NG Architects – a design-led studio specialising in thoughtful extensions, refurbishments and new builds across Southwell and wider Nottinghamshire.
We combine strategic masterplanning with calm, practical guidance, helping homeowners unlock the full potential of their plots – especially in conservation and greenbelt-sensitive areas.
Why Choose NG Architects for Your Southwell Project?
Choosing the right architect in Southwell is about more than drawings – it’s about having a strategic partner who understands your home, your street and the planning landscape you're working within. At NG Architects, we offer:
Local Insight, Street-Level Thinking
We understand Southwell’s characterful streets, conservation constraints and school catchments, and how these influence both planning risk and long-term value. We design with the town’s fabric in mind – not against it.Design-Led, Future-Focused Homes
Every project balances layout, light, views and energy performance. We focus on smarter floorplans, better flow and long-term flexibility, not just extra square metres.Planning Strategy, Not Guesswork
From permitted development to full applications and sensitive sites, we structure your project to minimise risk and maximise your chances of approval.Calm, Client-Centred Process
We know most clients juggle busy work and family lives. Our role is to simplify decisions, coordinate consultants and keep you informed at each step – without overwhelm.
Portfolio Highlight
Seeing our designs realized is the best evidence of our expertise. We invite you to explore our portfolio to see examples of our extensions across Nottinghamshire.
Our Architecture Services in Southwell
1. Home Extensions in Southwell
Whether you’re in a character cottage, ex-council home or a modern estate property, well-designed extensions can transform how you live day-to-day.
Our extension work in and around Southwell focuses on:
Creating open, light-filled family spaces that connect to the garden
Improving circulation and storage so the whole house works better, not just the new bit
Respecting existing proportions and street character, especially near conservation areas
Aligning with Southwell’s planning policies and neighbouring context
From compact side returns to larger two-storey extensions, we design with your lifestyle, budget and long-term plans in mind.
2. Bespoke New Builds
If you’re planning a new build home in Southwell or the surrounding villages, NG Architects can help you go beyond a standard developer layout.
We can assist with:
Site strategy and orientation for daylight, views and privacy
Layouts that flex with family life over 10–20 years, not just today
Fabric-first, energy-efficient design and modern methods of construction where appropriate
Coordinating the planning, technical design and tender stages so you have a clear route from idea to build
Whether it’s a replacement dwelling or a new home on a generous plot, we blend contemporary architecture with the subtle, crafted feel that sits comfortably in and around Southwell.
3. Heritage, Conservation & Greenbelt Projects
Southwell includes conservation areas, listed buildings and sensitive edges to open countryside. These projects demand a careful balance of ambition and respect.
We bring experience in:
Working with conservation officers and local planners
Designing sympathetic extensions and alterations to period properties
Re-planning poorly extended homes to restore coherence and character
Strategising upgrades in or near greenbelt and open countryside locations
Our approach is quietly confident: protect what matters, modernise what doesn’t, and create spaces that feel both timeless and genuinely liveable.
4. Loft Conversions & Interior Replanning
Sometimes the biggest transformation comes not from extending out, but from reworking what you already have.
For Southwell homes, we often:
Convert lofts into bedrooms, home offices or flexible guest spaces
Re-plan first floors to create better bedroom/ensuite arrangements
Rationalise circulation and storage to remove wasted corridors
Redesign kitchens and living areas to improve flow and daylight
As an architecture practice with a strong emphasis on space optimisation, we look at your home as a whole system – making sure each intervention improves overall comfort and value.
Why Southwell Homeowners Work with NG Architects
Clients in Southwell tend to come to us when:
They want to avoid piecemeal decisions and think about their home as a long-term asset
They need someone to navigate planning, conservation or complex history on the plot
They value good design and good numbers – a home that feels amazing and makes sense on paper
We combine design, planning knowledge and a property-investment mindset so that each project supports both your lifestyle and your long-term goals.
Working with NG Architects: Our Process
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We start with a relaxed conversation about your home, your family and what you’re trying to achieve. This is where we explore options, constraints and likely budget ranges.
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We test layouts, massing and options, often at different levels of ambition. You’ll see how far your home can go – from light-touch tweaks to more transformative schemes.
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We prepare and submit the planning package, liaising with Southwell planners and any relevant officers (e.g. conservation, highways) to give your project the best possible foundation.
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We produce building regulations and tender drawings, schedules and technical details so that builders can price accurately and the build can run with fewer surprises onsite.
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If you’d like us involved during construction, we can act as your agent – reviewing information, coordinating with the contractor and helping you navigate key decisions as the build progresses.
What Our Clients Say
“NG Architects helped us see options we’d never considered and then guided us through planning with no drama. The house not only looks better, it finally works for how we live.”
— Homeowner, Southwell
“Clear drawings, clear communication, and a calm approach when things inevitably changed onsite. We always felt someone was holding the bigger picture for us.”
— Residential Client, Nottinghamshire
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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We focus on residential projects – extensions, refurbishments, loft conversions, bespoke new builds and sensitive work to period and conservation-area homes. Our work ranges from modest internal re-planning through to full home transformations.
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Yes. We regularly work with conservation and planning constraints, and we approach each project with a clear strategy – from pre-application discussions (where useful) to full planning submissions and any required revisions.
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Southwell is one of our core areas, but we also work across Nottingham, Newark and the surrounding villages. Our approach – design-led, strategic and calm – is consistent wherever we work.
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We usually break our services into clear stages (concept, planning, technical, onsite support). For each stage, we outline the scope, deliverables and fee so you can decide how much support you want, and when.
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Yes. We bring a property-savvy mindset to every project – thinking about layout, kerb appeal and long-term flexibility, not just how the house feels on day one. We’re happy to discuss how different options may impact value, rental potential or future resale.
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Simply get in touch and share a few details about your home and your ideas. We’ll let you know:
Whether we’re a good fit for your project
What the likely steps and timescales look like
How we can structure the first stage so you get clarity before committing to a full build
Ready to Start the Conversation?
Whether your project is a small internal reconfiguration or a highly complex new build in the countryside, we are here to help.
Get in touch with our team today to discuss your vision. We welcome projects of all complexities and are committed to offering the advice you need to get the best start possible.