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Residential Architect Plymouth
House Extensions & Residential Architects in Plymouth
Notion Architects is a residential architectural practice based in Plymouth, specialising in house extensions, new homes and residential alterations.
We help homeowners turn ideas into practical, well-designed spaces, providing architectural design and planning services from the initial concept through to planning and building regulation drawings.
Based in Plymouth, we work with homeowners throughout the city and across Devon, providing a personal service tailored to each project.
Planning • Design • Building Regulations • Construction
Based in Plymouth | Serving Devon & the South West
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Residential Architectural Services
House Extensions
Whether you're looking for a larger kitchen, additional bedrooms or more flexible family space, we design single-storey and two-storey extensions that respond to the existing house and your requirements.
New Build Homes
From the initial concept through to planning and technical drawings, we can help develop your ideas into a practical and carefully considered new home.
Planning Applications
We prepare architectural drawings and manage planning applications for residential projects throughout Plymouth and Devon.
Building Regulations & Construction Drawings
Once planning is approved, we can develop the design into detailed drawings suitable for Building Regulations and construction.
Why Choose Notion Architects?
Although we're based in Plymouth, we work across the wider South West and regularly undertake residential projects outside Plymouth. Our location allows us to provide a personal, responsive service while working with clients across Devon and Cornwall.
Personal service
As a small independent architectural practice, we work directly with our clients throughout the design process, providing a personal and responsive service.
Planning & technical experience
We understand that a successful project needs more than an attractive design. We consider planning requirements, construction and Building Regulations from an early stage.
Local knowledge
Based in Plymouth, we work on residential projects throughout Plymouth and the surrounding areas of Devon, with experience dealing with local planning requirements.
From concept to construction
Depending on your requirements, our services can range from initial design and planning through to detailed construction drawings.
Residential projects in Plymouth & Devon
Every project starts with a different brief. Here are some of the residential projects we've worked on across Plymouth and Devon.
A single-storey rear extension to provide additional kitchen / dining space to a property on Tavistock road, Plymouth.


Rear extension to provide additional kitchen / dining space to a property in Derriford Plymouth.
Two storey side extension and detached double garage in Birdcage Farm Plymouth.


Wrap around single storey to create a light filled living space in Buckfastleigh.
Our Process

Initial discussion
We start by understanding what you're looking to achieve, your budget and the existing property.

Survey & design
We establish the existing building and develop design options around your requirements.

Planning
Where required, we prepare and submit the planning application and deal with the planning process.

Technical drawings
Once the design is agreed, we can develop the proposals into Building Regulations and construction drawings.

Construction
Your drawings can then be used by your chosen contractor to price and construct the project.
FAQ section
What does a residential architect do? We take your brief, develop it into drawings that our clients requirements, provide guidance, coordinate with other consultants and handle the process from start to completion if desired
How much does a residential architect cost in Plymouth? Prices vary depending on size and complexity of the project. Our prices are clear from the start and split into stages to keep it as clear as possible for our clients.
Do I need planning permission for my extension? Not all extensions need planning permission. Sometimes they fall under the permitted development category subject to meeting certain criteria. Its best to contact us to discuss it permitted development is suitable for your project
Do you provide Building Regulations drawings?
Yes, we produce detailed Building Regulation drawings that allow a builder to price and build from
Can you design an extension and submit the planning application?
Yes we handle the full process and guide you from start to finish. We listen to your requirements and produce a design that you are happy with to submit for planning
Do you work outside Plymouth?
Yes we work across the Southwest
Do you work directly with builders?
Yes we work with a few selected builders that focus on quality workmanship and attention to detail
Residential architects serving Plymouth & Devon
Based in Plymouth, Notion Architects works with homeowners throughout the city and surrounding areas, including Plymstock, Plympton, Derriford, Roborough, Saltash and Tavistock, as well as locations across Devon.
Planning a project in Plymouth?
Whether you're considering an extension, renovation or alteration, we can help you understand what's possible and guide your project from design and planning through to construction.
Book a free consultation
Tell us about your property, where you're located and what you'd like to achieve.
Contact Us
Address
Notion Architects Ltd,
Unit 4 Seaton Park,
36 William Prance Rd, Plymouth
PL6 5WR
Contact
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday
closed
Sunday
closed
NOTION ARCHITECT LTD
company number 14028708
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