Every successful building or renovation begins with Design Service. At TACMAN, we believe good design is the foundation of function, form, and future growth. Whether your project is a small extension, loft conversion, commercial refurbishment, or full new build, our Design Service guides you from concept through to planning approval and implementation.
Why Design Service Matters
Vision to reality: The design phase turns your ideas, sketch plans, and aspirations into tangible schematics and blueprints.
Regulatory compliance: An expertly crafted design ensures your project adheres to local building codes, planning regulations, and permitted development rules.
Cost control and efficiency: Early design decisions can save you from costly changes later on. Thoughtful placement, structural choices, and spatial planning all influence budget and buildability.
Aesthetic and functional harmony: Good design balances beauty and utility, maximizing natural light, circulation, and usability.
Long-term value: A well-designed project adds lasting value—not just in appearance, but in energy efficiency, maintenance, and adaptability.
Our Approach to Design Service
1. Initial Consultation & Site Survey
We begin by listening — to your goals, style, constraints, and budget. We carry out a full site survey, measure boundaries, identify existing structures, and note any planning or heritage restrictions that may apply.
2. Concept Design & Feasibility
Using your input and our expertise, we produce concept sketches or 3D visuals. At this stage, we test layouts, massing, orientation, and planning viability. We also check if your project falls under Permitted Development, or whether a full planning application is required.
3. Planning-Compliant Design
Once a concept is approved, we develop detailed drawings that comply with current building regulations, local planning policies, and structural requirements. This reduces risk of refusal or costly rework.
4. Planning Applications & Approvals
We handle all the paperwork: from Certificate of Lawful Development (for extensions and loft conversions) to full planning applications. We liaise with councils, submit required documentation (e.g. heritage statements, flood risk, daylight calculations), and follow up until approval is granted.
5. Technical Design & Specification
After planning approval, we prepare detailed technical drawings (architectural, structural, MEP where needed), schedules, and specifications. These documents help contractors understand exactly what to build.
6. Tendering & Contractor Selection
We assist in inviting contractors, evaluating bids, and selecting the team best suited to your project—balancing cost, quality, and reliability.
7. Construction Support & Site Inspections
Our involvement continues during construction. We review progress, address design queries, and certify works to ensure the project is delivered as intended.
Key Features of Our Design Service
Permitted Development Checks – We determine early whether your project qualifies for PD, reducing time and cost.
Comprehensive Planning Support – We manage all planning and change-of-use applications.
Full Loft & Garage Conversion Design – Expert design for vertical expansion, maximizing space.
Refurbishment & Redevelopment Design – Tailored planning for modernizing or reconfiguring existing buildings.
Change of Use Applications – Design for adapting properties (e.g. residential to commercial) with compliance.
Why Choose Our Design Service Over Others?
Integrated service from concept through construction
Deep familiarity with UK planning law and building regulations
Transparent pricing and proactive communication
Emphasis on both aesthetics and functionality
Client-first mindset: you’re part of the process, not just a project
Conclusion
At Tacman, we see design not just as a drawing on paper but as the blueprint for how you live, work, and enjoy your built environment. Our Design Service is crafted to take care of everything planning, approvals, and construction support — so you can focus on what matters most. Trust TACMAN to bring your vision to life, beautifully, responsibly, and enduringly.