Services
House Extensions
Extensions are less about adding space and more about improving how the house works. At MeltedSnow Architects, each project is treated as a considered intervention. The aim is to simplify layouts, improve natural light, and strengthen the relationship with the garden. Care is taken in how the new work meets the existing house, so that the extension sits comfortably while introducing a clear, contemporary layer.
Refurbishments
Refurbishment is about improving how a house performs and is used, while retaining what is worth keeping. Projects range from targeted upgrades to full-house refurbishments of both period and more modern homes. The focus is on reworking layouts, upgrading thermal performance and bringing the building up to current standards. Care is taken to understand the existing structure and character, so that the work feels coherent.
Cost Analysis and Reports
Understanding cost is a key part of any project. MeltedSnow Architects provides detailed cost analysis and breakdowns to help clients understand the scope of works, how budgets are structured, and where money is being spent. Costs are organised into clear categories, allowing informed decisions to be made at an early stage. This process helps establish affordability, manage expectations, and reduce uncertainty before progressing to planning or construction.
One-Off Developments and Mews Projects
New-build homes are approached as a response to site, context, and how the house will be lived in. From one-off houses on urban infill sites, suburban plots, or rural locations, each project begins with a careful reading of the site and develops through to detailed design and construction oversight. The practice has particular experience with mews sites and developments, with a clear understanding of planning considerations, scale, and access. The aim across all projects is to deliver well-considered, buildable architecture that sits comfortably within its setting.
Services Provided
Measured Surveys · Scheme Design Proposals · Cost Feasibility Report · Detailed Design · 3D Modelling / Images · Planning Applications · Production Information Drawings · Detailed Cost Analysis · Tender Process and Reports · Contract Negotiation · Appointment of Builders · BCAR / NZEB Analysis · Commencement Notice · Site Operations · Opinions on Compliance