Ascent Architecture

Ascent Architecture is a well-established architectural practice situated in the heart of Bristol. Our primary aim is to fulfill our clients' needs and surpass their expectations through intelligent and innovative design. With every project, we strive to blend available space, natural light, and materials to create a unified whole that is both functional and uplifting. Our portfolio encompasses a diverse range of projects, from home extensions to large mixed-use schemes, including change of use/conversion work, individual houses, blocks of flats, and work to listed buildings.

Our Services

At Ascent Architecture, we provide a comprehensive array of services, including:

• Existing building measured surveys: We conduct thorough surveys of existing buildings to gather accurate data for design and planning purposes.
• Sketch feasibility designs: We create initial design concepts to help visualize the project and assess its viability.
• Planning pre-application enquiries: We liaise with local authorities to clarify planning policies and procedures, ensuring a smooth planning application process.
• Planning applications: We prepare and submit detailed planning applications on behalf of our clients.
• Building Regulations applications: We manage the process of obtaining Building Regulations approval to ensure the project adheres to all necessary building standards and regulations.
• Preparation of tender documentation: We produce detailed tender documents, including working drawings, to facilitate the bidding process for construction contracts.
• Contract administration: We oversee the construction phase, managing contracts, payments, and resolving any issues that arise during construction.
• Eco refurbishment: We specialize in sustainable refurbishment projects, utilizing eco-friendly materials and technologies to minimize energy use and embodied carbon.

In addition to our in-house services, we collaborate with other professionals as needed, such as planning consultants, structural engineers, services engineers, party wall surveyors, and acoustic consultants.

The Process

Navigating the architectural process, from the initial consultation to the completion of work on site, can appear daunting. To help clarify this process, we have broken it down into key stages:

1. Needs & Options Review: This critical first step involves rigorous information gathering and research to form the foundation of the project.

2. Existing Measured Survey: An accurate survey of the existing building or site is conducted to provide essential data for the design process.

3. Design: Based on the Needs & Options Review and Existing Measured Survey, we develop design concepts and create detailed design proposals.

4. Planning Permitted Development: We assess whether the project qualifies for permitted development, a type of planning permission that allows certain types of work to be carried out without the need for a full planning application.

5. Planning Pre-application Enquiry: We liaise with local authorities to clarify planning policies and procedures, ensuring a smooth planning application process.

6. Full Planning Application: We prepare and submit detailed planning applications on behalf of our clients.

7. Building Regulations Application: We manage the process of obtaining Building Regulations approval to ensure the project adheres to all necessary building standards and regulations.

8. Tendering Process: We produce detailed tender documents, including working drawings, to facilitate the bidding process for construction contracts.

9. Contract Administration: We oversee the construction phase, managing contracts, payments, and resolving any issues that arise during construction.