Frequently Asked Questions

 We specialise in bespoke architectural design for luxury new builds, high-end residential extensions, and complete renovations. Our service covers every stage from initial concept development, detailed design, planning applications, and building regulations compliance. 

 An architect is a professional registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB), legally protected under UK law. However, architectural design is not limited to ARB-registered architects. Many highly experienced professional,— such as CIAT Chartered Architectural Designers, provide equivalent services, often with greater design flexibility and technical expertise in residential architecture.

At Emerald, our lead designer James Fairclough is a CIAT Chartered Architectural Designer with over a decade of experience designing luxury new builds, bespoke extensions, and high-end renovations. He delivers creative, compliant, and personalised design solutions, comparable to those of an architectural practice, with a focus on client-led, design-first outcomes.

 Based in Warwickshire, we specialise in high-end residential projects and serve discerning clients across Leamington Spa, Warwick, Kenilworth, Knowle, Dorridge, Stratford-upon-Avon, the Cotswolds, and throughout the Midlands. We also work extensively in areas across Surrey (including Cobham, Esher, and Weybridge), Oxfordshire (such as Henley-on-Thames and Oxford), Buckinghamshire (including Beaconsfield, Gerrards Cross, and Amersham), Berkshire (such as Ascot, Sunningdale, and Windsor), and Hertfordshire (including St Albans and Harpenden). 

 Yes. We prepare and submit planning applications, liaise with local authorities, and manage the entire approval process. We also produce detailed technical drawings to ensure your project complies fully with current Building Regulations. 

We start with a detailed consultation to understand your goals, lifestyle, and site conditions. Through collaborative design development and 3D visualisations, we create a tailored architectural solution that perfectly matches your aspirations. 

 Yes, we offer high-quality 3D renderings and physical models (for larger projects) to help you visualise your bespoke home before construction begins, allowing for precise design refinements. 

We specialise in luxury bespoke homes, including contemporary new builds, large-scale extensions, and elegant renovations. Our expertise covers a wide range of styles — from traditional Cotswold stone cottages and classic country houses to modern, innovative residences — all designed with a focus on functionality, style, and lasting value. 

Project timelines vary, but from initial consultation to planning submission, we work efficiently while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring a smooth and professional architectural design experience. Once we are working on your design, we will follow it through to ensure efficient completion.

Project timelines vary, but from initial consultation to planning submission, we work efficiently while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring a smooth and professional architectural design experience. Once we are working on your design, we will follow it through to ensure efficient completion.