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ABOUT US
IT’S OUR FRESHNESS AND CREATIVE ENERGY — COMBINED WITH OUR STRENGTH AND EXPERIENCE ACROSS ALL SECTORS — THAT GIVES US OUR EDGE.
ABOUT US
IT’S OUR FRESHNESS AND CREATIVE ENERGY — COMBINED WITH OUR STRENGTH AND EXPERIENCE ACROSS ALL SECTORS — THAT GIVES US OUR EDGE.

The Process

1.

Free Initial Consultation

Our experts will visit you to discuss your project discover exactly what you’re looking for. We’ll learn about your tastes, ideas and inspirations to build up a picture of your dream result, whilst you can pick our brains to find out if DBL is right company for you.

2.

Defining the brief and checking feasibility

We’ll define your brief, take a photographic site survey and analyse your ideas. We’ll look at size, layout and legislative constraints to make sure that the project can go ahead without any hiccups. We also do a cost analysis to ensure that your budget is feasible.

3.

Concept Design

DBL designers will work with your ideas and create conceptual designs. We’ll take your vision and combine it with DBL’s creative expertise to create simply stunning designs – packed with that “wow” factor – which are feasible, functional and fit your budget.

4.

Planning drawings & consents

We can assess if your project requires planning permission, and if so, create accurate 2D scale drawings to be sent to your local authority for approval. We handle this entire process for you, including any other consents required, with a 97% first-time acceptance rate.

5.

Building regulations & engineering

DBL ensures that all project plans meet the latest building regulations as standard, but in situations where building regulation approval is required, we can act on your behalf to produce and submit these plans to building control with all relevant paperwork included.

6.

Construction plans & specifications

DBL team produces millimetre accurate construction plans with the pinnacle of precision. We show sizes, materials, fixtures, fittings and exactly how component parts fit together for a flawless finish. The result, eliminates uncertainty and ensures a smoother build project.

Our Building and Construction Capabilities – What we can do for you

DBL offer a wide breadth of services that cover the entire project lifecycle, allowing us to support you

with intelligence and innovation on every project.

From concept to completion, we’ve got you covered. Our wide range of capabilities means you’ll always have our in-depth

expertise, experience and know-how at your disposal.

Residential Construction

  • Basement conversions
  • Green roofs
  • House extensions
  • House refurbishment
  • Loft conversions
  • Modular building
  • New builds

Commercial Construction

  • Bar, restaurant & club refurbishment
  • Commercial offices
  • Commercial new builds
  • Commercial refurbishment & fitout
  • Hotel refurbishment
  • Office fit-out
  • Office refurbishment
  • Shop fitting
WHY DBL?
01. DESIGN LED SPACES FOR A MODERN WORLD

DBL is different. Our unique position as a collective with experts spanning the spectrum of the built environment gives us a special status and capability in the design and build world. We are place makers who work at every scale; from bespoke interiors to entirely new builds. We are passionate about the role of design to improve everyday life. We respond to the demands of this dynamic and ever-changing planet with cross discipline design thinking which spans all of life’s activities. Our union with RIBA Chartered Architects & Award Wining Interiors Designers allows us to create unique and personal architecture, engineering and design process which fuses placemaking and user-centred design with large scale infrastructure skills. Our vision is to be the London’s leading architecture, engineering and design firm, delivering world class solutions which enhance the wellbeing of our clients.

WHY DBL?
01. DESIGN LED SPACES FOR A MODERN WORLD

DBL is different. Our unique position as a collective with experts spanning the spectrum of the built environment gives us a special status and capability in the design and build world. We are place makers who work at every scale; from bespoke interiors to entirely new builds. We are passionate about the role of design to improve everyday life. We respond to the demands of this dynamic and ever-changing planet with cross discipline design thinking which spans all of life’s activities. Our union with RIBA Chartered Architects & Award Wining Interiors Designers allows us to create unique and personal architecture, engineering and design process which fuses placemaking and user-centred design with large scale infrastructure skills. Our vision is to be the London’s leading architecture, engineering and design firm, delivering world class solutions which enhance the wellbeing of our clients.

We guide you through each step of your project from design to completion, allowing you to be involved as much or as little as you want.

We guide you through each step of your project from design to completion, allowing you to be involved as much or as little as you want.

02. OUR CORE VALUES

BE CREATIVE 

We are passionate about good design.  Curious by nature we are thought leaders, innovators and early adopters of new technologies. In a constantly changing world we create clever solutions which add value for our clients.

BE PASSIONATE

We simply love what we do. No two projects are ever the same, and we take great pride in creating beautiful work which leaves our clients delighted

BE USER INSPIRED

We place people at the centre of our thinking. The best designs spring from fusing people, activity and place to produce experiences which are unique, inspiring and surprising.  

BE COLLABORATIVE

Founded on the idea of interdisciplinary working, a one-team ethos is fundamental to our approach.  Within our studios different professions are encouraged to spark off each other and deliver innovation through collaboration.

BE SUPPORTIVE 

We respect and care for each other and the world we inhabit. Our design community nurtures the skills of talented people within a stimulating environment to support our evolving practice and consistently produce great work for our clients.

BE ENPOWERED

We empower our team to use independent judgement and make their own decisions if they believe it’s the right thing to do for you and your project.

BE ORGANISED

Excellent design comes from excellent management. We eliminate risks to our projects and take pride in running a sustainable and profitable business delivering the highest level of service to our clients.

BE PERFECTIONIST

We have an obsession for perfectionism in even the smallest details. They all add up to make a real difference. It’s why we offer our on-time, on-budget and defect-free guarantees.

BE TRANSPARENT

At DBL, we like to tell it how it is. You’ll get clear, jargon-free communication so you always know exactly what’s going on and can make well-informed decisions.

HEALTH & SAFETY

We meet or exceed all health and safety obligations and provide strong insurance policies to ensure the safest possible project for everyone involved.

02. OUR CORE VALUES

BE CREATIVE 

We are passionate about good design.  Curious by nature we are thought leaders, innovators and early adopters of new technologies. In a constantly changing world we create clever solutions which add value for our clients.

BE PASSIONATE

We simply love what we do. No two projects are ever the same, and we take great pride in creating beautiful work which leaves our clients delighted

BE USER INSPIRED

We place people at the centre of our thinking. The best designs spring from fusing people, activity and place to produce experiences which are unique, inspiring and surprising.  

BE COLLABORATIVE

Founded on the idea of interdisciplinary working, a one-team ethos is fundamental to our approach.  Within our studios different professions are encouraged to spark off each other and deliver innovation through collaboration.

BE SUPPORTIVE 

We respect and care for each other and the world we inhabit. Our design community nurtures the skills of talented people within a stimulating environment to support our evolving practice and consistently produce great work for our clients.

BE ENPOWERED

We empower our team to use independent judgement and make their own decisions if they believe it’s the right thing to do for you and your project.

BE ORGANISED

Excellent design comes from excellent management. We eliminate risks to our projects and take pride in running a sustainable and profitable business delivering the highest level of service to our clients.

BE PERFECTIONIST

We have an obsession for perfectionism in even the smallest details. They all add up to make a real difference. It’s why we offer our on-time, on-budget and defect-free guarantees.

BE TRANSPARENT

At DBL, we like to tell it how it is. You’ll get clear, jargon-free communication so you always know exactly what’s going on and can make well-informed decisions.

HEALTH & SAFETY

We meet or exceed all health and safety obligations and provide strong insurance policies to ensure the safest possible project for everyone involved.

Net Promoter

93%

A standardised measurement of customer loyalty and the likelihood of a recommendation.

Client Retention

95%

of clients continue to use us for future construction or architecture projects.

Referrals

80%

of our work comes from word-of mouth recommendations alone.

Net Promoter

93%

A standardised measurement of customer loyalty and the likelihood of a recommendation.

Client Retention

95%

of clients continue to use us for future construction or architecture projects.

Referrals

80%

of our work comes from word-of mouth recommendations alone.

Services

Residential Refurbishments
Loft Conversions
Basement Conversions
Extensions
Residential Restorations
Build Project Management
Bespoke Build Consultation

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Contact

Design & Build London Renovations Ltd
55 Putney Hill,
Putney,
SW15 6RZ

T: +44 (0)20 3372 5366
F: +44 (0)20 3372 5366
E: info@designandbuildlondon.co.uk

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Design & Build Ltd
55 Putney Hill,
Putney,
SW15 6RZ

T: +44 (0)20 3372 5366
F: +44 (0)20 3372 5366
E: info@designandbuildlondon.co.uk

Give us a call on 0203 372 5366

Or fill out an enquiry form.

To arrange no obligation site survey.