VORBILD Architecture
ARCHITECTURE
Architecture is our core expertise. VORBILD Architecture is a RIBA Chartered practice and has been offering architectural services to homeowners, business ownersand developers in London, UK and abroad for over 15 years.
We offer :
FEASIBILITY AND SITE APRAISAL
This part of our service assesses the potential of your site or property before design begins. We analyze planning constraints, site conditions, access, orientation, context, and local regulations to understand opportunities and challenges. By reviewing surveys, reports, and initial client requirements, we explore what can realistically be achieved in terms of scale, layout, and budget. We provide clear, strategic advice — often including massing studies or initial sketches — to help you make informed decisions before committing to the next stages. This groundwork ensures your project starts on solid footing, minimizing risks and maximizing the site’s potential.
CONCEPT DESIGN
This phase transforms your brief, site potential, and aspirations into a strong architectural vision. We explore spatial arrangements, massing, form, materials, and connections between inside and outside, ensuring the design responds to both context and function. Through sketches, diagrams, 3D visualizations, and mood boards, we present creative solutions that address your needs while pushing for innovative, thoughtful outcomes. Collaboration with you is key — your feedback shapes the evolving concept. By the end of this phase, you will have a clear and compelling architectural direction that lays the foundation for successful design development and project delivery.
FULL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
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APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS
(Pre-planning application, Fulle Planning application, Permitted Development Award, Listed building consent, Freeholder consent Landlord consent)
TENDER PACKAGE AND SCOPE OF WORKS
Our service provides a comprehensive and clearly defined set of documents to ensure accurate, competitive pricing from contractors. We prepare detailed architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, and written descriptions that outline the full scope of the project — including materials, finishes, fixtures, performance standards, and workmanship expectations. These documents form the basis for fair comparison during the tender process and help avoid misunderstandings or costly variations later. By clearly communicating design intent and responsibilities, we ensure all parties are aligned, setting the stage for a smooth construction phase with predictable outcomes and high-quality delivery.
TENDER RETURN ANALYSIS
Our service helps you confidently evaluate contractor bids and select the best team for your project. We thoroughly review submitted tenders, comparing costs, program, exclusions, and compliance with the tender documents. We identify discrepancies, clarify allowances, and assess the balance between price, quality, and capability. Through detailed comparisons and clear recommendations, we help you understand the strengths and risks of each bid. This careful analysis ensures you make an informed decision, selecting a contractor who not only offers value for money but also has the experience, resources, and reliability to deliver your project successfully.
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
Our service ensures your project is delivered smoothly, on time, and to the agreed quality and cost. Acting as your independent representative, we oversee the construction contract between you and the contractor, managing site progress, assessing valuations, certifying payments, handling variations, and ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications. We facilitate clear communication, resolve issues proactively, and ensure all parties meet their obligations under the contract. By providing diligent oversight, regular site inspections, and careful record-keeping, we safeguard your interests and guide the project confidently through to completion, delivering a finished result that aligns with your expectations.
CONSTRUCTION PHASE AND ONGOING ARCHITECTURAL SUPPORT
Our service provides dedicated guidance and oversight throughout the build. We remain closely involved, answering contractor queries, reviewing shop drawings, approving samples, and ensuring the design intent is faithfully executed on site. Through regular site visits, we monitor quality, progress, and compliance, identifying issues early and helping resolve them efficiently. We also coordinate with consultants and suppliers to keep the project on track. Even after.