Como Associates - Chartered Construction Consultants

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Como Architecture

the sister page to COMO ASSOCIATES dedicated to transforming your domestic design ideas into reality!

Whether you're planning a home extension, renovation, loft conversion, or a brand-new project, we're here to guide you every step of the way across Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole, and the surrounding areas.

Services

Initial Consultation

Every successful project begins with a clear understanding of your property, your goals, and the opportunities available. Our initial design consultation is tailored to provide practical guidance and give you the confidence to move forward with your project.

During the visit, one of our designers will meet you at your property to discuss your ideas, assess the existing building, and identify any planning or technical considerations that may influence the design.

Following the consultation, you'll have a clear understanding of the next steps and the architectural services required to bring your project to life.

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Measured Survey

Every successful project begins with accurate information.

Our measured surveys are carried out with the latest in LIDAR technology, which allow us to prepare precision plans of your exisiting property ensuring every detail is captured.

Our surveys are suitable for:

Home extensions

Loft conversions
Renovations
Commercial refurbishments
Planning applications
Building Regulations
As-built documentation

Accurate survey information helps reduce design risk, minimise site queries and provides

confidence throughout the project.

Design

Good design is about creating homes that work better for the people who live in them.

We specialise in designing:

Single-storey extensions
Double-storey extensions
Loft conversions
Internal remodelling
New build houses
Garage conversions

Every proposal is carefully considered to maximise natural light, improve circulation and create practical living spaces while respecting planning policy, surrounding context and your

Planning

Obtaining planning permission can often seem complicated, but our experience allows us to guide clients confidently through the process.

We prepare professionally presented planning drawings, Design & Access Statements where

required and liaise with Local Planning Authorities to achieve successful outcomes.

Our experience includes:

Householder Applications
Full Planning Applications
Lawful Development Certificates
Prior Approval Applications
Listed Building Consent
Advertisement Consent

Our aim is to provide honest advice from the outset so clients understand what is achievable before investing further.

Building Regulations

Once planning approval has been secured, we develop comprehensive technical drawings for Building Regulations approval.

Our Building Regulations packages are carefully coordinated to provide contractors and Building Control with the information needed for construction.

Typical information includes:

Construction details
Structural coordination
Thermal performance
Fire safety compliance
Drainage layouts
Specifications
Junction details
Sections and technical notes

By avoiding technical issues early, we help minimise delays during construction and create a smoother building process.

At Como Associates, we strive on our ability to provide practical architectural services focused on accurate measured surveys, thoughtful residential design and clear technical documentation. Whether you're extending your home, converting a loft or developing a new property. Our highly trained design team will guide your project from the initial measured survey through planning approval and Building Regulations to ensure every aspect of your vision is brought to life.

Our services include:

Measured Building Surveys
Point Cloud & Matterport Surveys
CAD and 3D Drawings
Residential Design
High Quality Renders
Planning Applications
Building Regulations Packages
Technical Construction Drawings

Every project is tailored to suit your requirements, budget and programme, delivering clear information that enables you confident decision-making throughout the entire process.

We are happy to share with you one of our planning applications that 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱. 🔨 From 3 bedrooms to 5 🏡✨ A single-storey rear and two-storey side extension have completely transformed this home into a spacious and modern living environment. Our design team helped our client visualise the potential from day one. With planning approved and building regulations submitted, this project is ready to move forward — and we can’t wait to see it come to life! ----------------------------------------- #DesignBuild #bcpconstrucion #hometransformation #houseextension #planningapproval
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✨ Bringing character into every detail… 🏡 The interiors of this new home were carefully designed to complement its historic Grade II listed setting while providing everything needed for modern living. Warm oak doors and herringbone flooring introduce natural texture throughout, while the exposed brick fireplace, timber mantel and traditional wood-burning stove create a welcoming focal point. 🪵🔥 In the bathroom, patterned floor tiles and crisp white finishes are paired with contemporary black detailing, creating a bold contrast that still feels sympathetic to the home’s character. 🛁 From the flowing staircase to the carefully selected materials and finishes, every element brings together traditional warmth and contemporary simplicity—creating a home that feels both timeless and comfortable. ❤️ -------------------- #BournemouthHomes #PooleHomes #ChristchurchHomes #InteriorDesign #Construction
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✨ Bringing history back to life... 🏡 Set within a Grade II listed site, we had the pleasure of redeveloping this historic ancillary dairy building, which was originally attached to the neighbouring farm property. 🐄🌿 Sadly, the original building was demolished in 1990, but our brief was to create a new dwelling that respectfully reimagined the character, proportions and footprint of the original structure. 🧱📐 The result is a sensitive blend of heritage and contemporary living, carefully designed to sit within its historic setting while creating a beautiful, functional home for modern life. A project that celebrates the past, embraces the present, and gives this historic footprint a new lease of life. ❤️🏡 ---------------------------- #BournemouthHomes #PooleHomes #ChristchurchHomes #Construction #Listed
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🏡 FROM WHAT EXISTS, TO WHAT’S POSSIBLE. Every great project starts with understanding what’s already there. Through a detailed measured survey, we accurately capture your existing building and transform it into clear, precise 2D plans — giving you a solid foundation to work from. From there, we take your vision further. We develop your plans into detailed 3D models and rendered visuals, helping you see your ideas come to life before the first brick is laid. Whether you’re imagining a home extension, renovation, conversion or complete transformation, we turn concepts into something you can truly see, understand and get excited about. Because it’s not just about drawings. It’s about visualising the possibilities, making confident decisions, and watching your ideas take form. ✨ Every project is a process. Every vision starts somewhere. Trust us with yours. 📐 Measured Surveys 📋 2D Plans 🏠 3D Modelling ✨ Photorealistic Renders 💭 Bringing your ideas to life Your space. Your vision. Our expertise. --------------------- #BournemouthHomes #PooleHomes #ChristchurchHomes #ArchitecturalDesign #PlanDrawings
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✨ Thinking about transforming your home? Whether you're dreaming of a spacious new extension, a modern kitchen, an open-plan living area, or simply giving your home a fresh new look, we're here to help bring your ideas to life. From the very first conversation through to detailed plans, we'll work with you to create a space that's practical, beautiful, and designed around the way you live. 🏡 Extensions 🛠 Home renovations ✨ Internal remodels 📐 Planning & design Every great project starts with an idea. Get in touch today, and let's turn yours into reality. 📩 Send us a message to discuss your project. ---------------------------- #BournemouthHomes #PooleHomes #ChristchurchHomes #HomeRenovation #Construction
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Dream home transformation approved! Our design includes: 🔹 A single-storey side extension 🔹 A two-storey rear extension 🔹 Complete internal refurbishment These additions will almost double the living space, creating a modern, spacious family home that's built for the future. 🏠💫 From the initial concept right through to submitting the planning application on behalf of our clients, we've managed the process every step of the way. ✅ --------------------- #BournemouthHomes #PooleHomes #ChristchurchHomes #Construction #Renovation
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Watch as we bring this 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 to life! 🏗️📐 Every successful build starts with the right details. That's why we produce clear, accurate construction drawings that not only guide the build but also ensure full compliance with current building regulations. ✅ When it comes to construction, the details make the difference. 💯 --------------------------- #BournemouthHomes #ChristchurchHomes #PooleHomes #Detaileddrawing #Construction
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Before your project begins, see it come to life! 🏡✨ Whether you're planning a home extension, renovating your property, or simply transforming a room or two, we can help you visualise the finished result before any work starts. 👀📐 Our high-quality, realistic 3D renders give you a clear picture of exactly how your new space will look, helping you make confident design decisions and avoid costly changes later. 🎨🏠 Combined with accurate measurements and detailed plans, our drawings are more than just beautiful visuals—they're practical, precise, and ready to support your project every step of the way. 📏✅ Need planning or building regulations approval? We've got you covered there too! 📋🏗️ We use our detailed drawings and 3D visuals to prepare and submit building regulations applications on your behalf, making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. ✨ Turn your ideas into reality before the first brick is laid. 📩 Get in touch today to discuss your project and let's bring your vision to life! -------------------------- #BournemouthHomes #PooleHomes #ChristchurchHomes #Render #Construction
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Every successful project begins with a clear understanding of your property, your goals, and the opportunities available. Our initial design consultation is designed to provide practical guidance and give you the confidence to move forward with your project. During the visit, one of our designers will meet you at your property to discuss your ideas, assess the existing building, and identify any planning or technical considerations that may influence the design. Following the consultation, you'll have a clear understanding of the next steps and the architectural services required to bring your project to life. -------------------- #HomeDesign #BournemouthHomes #PooleHomes #ChristchurchHomes #Construction
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🏡✨ Struggling to picture your dream home? You're not alone! Sometimes it's hard to imagine how all your ideas will come together—but that's where we come in. 💭➡️🏠 Using realistic 3D renders, we bring your vision to life before construction even begins, helping you see every detail and make confident design decisions along the way. 🎨📐 Whether you're building from scratch, renovating, or extending your home, we'll help you visualise the finished result so you know exactly what you're getting. 🤩 Let's turn your ideas into something you can actually see—and soon, something you can live in. 💙 📩 Get in touch today and let's start designing your dream home! ------------------------- #bournemouthhomes #poolehomes #christchurchhomes #homedesign #renovationproject
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From a tired and dated interior to a bright, modern and highly functional kitchen space. We upgraded every inch: new cabinetry, worktops, appliances, lighting, flooring and a fresh layout that makes cooking and everyday living a joy. 🍽️ It’s always so rewarding to turn tired rooms into contemporary homes our clients can be proud of. Thinking about renovating your kitchen or full home? Get in touch — we’d love to help bring your vision to life! ✨ -------------------- #bournemouthhomes #poolehomes #christchurchhomes #homerenovation #homedesign
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One of our biggest and proudest achievements has been bringing this incredible block of flats to life from the ground up. Starting with nothing more than an empty piece of land, we carefully designed and built seven modern flats in the Christchurch area, creating high-quality homes for the local community. Every stage of the project was completed with attention to detail, from the initial plans right through to the final finishes. We're delighted to announce that all seven flats are now fully occupied! 🎉🏠 A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this project such a success—we're excited to continue delivering quality developments for years to come. 👏🔨 --------------------- #christchurchhomes #bournemouthhomes #poolehomes #construction #buildingdesign
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