Monday 9 December 2013
DHV Architects in Bristol are now certified Passive House Designers.
Federica attended the AECB course last September and after passing the exam is now a certified Passive House designer.
Dittrich Hudson Vasetti architects in Bristol look forward to assist their clients on Passive House projects.
Thursday 7 November 2013
Feature in Ideal Homes Magazine
Monday 2 September 2013
planning success for dhv architects
DHV Architects have obtained planning consent for a two bedroom detached mews house on an infill urban site in Bishopston, Bristol.
Wednesday 12 June 2013
Houzz feature
One of our designs has been featured on Houzz.
http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12359249/list/How-to-Pick-a-Kitchen-Backsplash-That-Wows
http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12359249/list/How-to-Pick-a-Kitchen-Backsplash-That-Wows
Tuesday 11 June 2013
Architects Office Open House
Are you thinking of upgrading, extending or converting your existing property or creating a new home? Would you like your house to stand out from the crowd?
Come and explore an architect’s office, get a cup of tea and have a chat with local architects Elke and Federica.
You can book a 30-minute free consultation to discuss a potential project; we will offer advice on anything from planning to green features and inspirational ideas.
Bring along any photographs or plans.
Our office will be open on 22nd June from 10am until 5pm.
1 Tyne Road Bristol BS7 8EE tel. 0117 9148317 www.dhva.co.uk info@dhva.co.uk
Come and explore an architect’s office, get a cup of tea and have a chat with local architects Elke and Federica.
You can book a 30-minute free consultation to discuss a potential project; we will offer advice on anything from planning to green features and inspirational ideas.
Bring along any photographs or plans.
Our office will be open on 22nd June from 10am until 5pm.
1 Tyne Road Bristol BS7 8EE tel. 0117 9148317 www.dhva.co.uk info@dhva.co.uk
Tuesday 4 June 2013
Bigger extensions without planning permission- Permitted Developments May 2013
On the 30/05/2013 the Amendments to Part 1 of the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) came into effect. Among other things this allows larger single storey home extensions to be built under Permitted Developments, subject to a 'light touch' neighbours consultation.
The new process will only apply in the following cases:
- extensions projecting between 3 and 6m from the original rear wall of the house (for terrace and semi detached properties)
- extension projecting between 4 and 8 m from the original wall of the house for detached properties
- maximum eaves height of 3m
- maximum roof height of 4m
- external materials to match the main house
Before beginning the development the applicant must notify the local planning authority.
The homeowner will submit to the Council a Prior Notification Form (http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/uploads/1app/forms/notification_of_a_proposed_larger_home_extension.pdf) and a plan indicating the location and dimensions of the proposed extension. The plan does not need to be drawn to scale but needs to indicate clearly how far the extension will project from the original rear wall. The homeowner will also list the addresses of all adjoining properties (to the side and to the rear).
The Council will notify the adjoining owners; if no objections are raised by the neighbours within 21 days the development can be carried out. If a neighbour objects then the council will assess the effect of the proposed extension on the amenity of the adjoining properties and decide whether the development should be allowed or refused. In order to asses the effect of the extension on the adjoining properties the Council will ask for additional information (existing and proposed plans and elevations). Prior Approval will be given or refused within 42 days from the date of the notification and there is no fee payable to the council.
If the development is refused the applicant has a right to appeal.
The extension must be completed before the 30/05/2016. On completion, the homeowner needs to notify the Council; a planning officer (in Bristol at least) will visit the site to ascertain compliance of the 'as built' extension.
This change does not apply to Conservation Areas, National Parks or AONB.
It is worth noting that smaller extensions (up to 3-4m from the original rear wall of the house) will continue to be allowed under the previous Permitted Development regime. As before, a Certificate of Lawful Development can be requested from the Council subject to the submission of drawings (existing and proposed plans and elevations) and a £86 fee.
Dittrich Hudson Vasetti architects in Bristol have in-depth experience of domestic projects and look forward to assist their clients on home extensions and alterations.
The new process will only apply in the following cases:
- extensions projecting between 3 and 6m from the original rear wall of the house (for terrace and semi detached properties)
- extension projecting between 4 and 8 m from the original wall of the house for detached properties
- maximum eaves height of 3m
- maximum roof height of 4m
- external materials to match the main house
Before beginning the development the applicant must notify the local planning authority.
The homeowner will submit to the Council a Prior Notification Form (http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/uploads/1app/forms/notification_of_a_proposed_larger_home_extension.pdf) and a plan indicating the location and dimensions of the proposed extension. The plan does not need to be drawn to scale but needs to indicate clearly how far the extension will project from the original rear wall. The homeowner will also list the addresses of all adjoining properties (to the side and to the rear).
The Council will notify the adjoining owners; if no objections are raised by the neighbours within 21 days the development can be carried out. If a neighbour objects then the council will assess the effect of the proposed extension on the amenity of the adjoining properties and decide whether the development should be allowed or refused. In order to asses the effect of the extension on the adjoining properties the Council will ask for additional information (existing and proposed plans and elevations). Prior Approval will be given or refused within 42 days from the date of the notification and there is no fee payable to the council.
If the development is refused the applicant has a right to appeal.
The extension must be completed before the 30/05/2016. On completion, the homeowner needs to notify the Council; a planning officer (in Bristol at least) will visit the site to ascertain compliance of the 'as built' extension.
This change does not apply to Conservation Areas, National Parks or AONB.
It is worth noting that smaller extensions (up to 3-4m from the original rear wall of the house) will continue to be allowed under the previous Permitted Development regime. As before, a Certificate of Lawful Development can be requested from the Council subject to the submission of drawings (existing and proposed plans and elevations) and a £86 fee.
Dittrich Hudson Vasetti architects in Bristol have in-depth experience of domestic projects and look forward to assist their clients on home extensions and alterations.
Wednesday 27 February 2013
DHV featured on Houzz
Our kitchen remodel in South Bristol has been featured on Houzz's "Kitchen of the week"
http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7571794/list/Kitchen-of-the-Week--Sunlit-Garden-Views-in-Bristol--U-K-
http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7571794/list/Kitchen-of-the-Week--Sunlit-Garden-Views-in-Bristol--U-K-
Tuesday 22 January 2013
DHV Architects won Best of Houzz 2013 award
Our work won in the Design category, as our portfolio includes some of the most popular images on Houzz in 2012. You can see your award-winning work in this "Best of" ideabook: https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5996842
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