Architectural Design
Thoughtful residential architecture shaped by context, planning and how people live.
Atelier Khan provides architectural design services for residential projects across London, from early feasibility through to detailed technical design.
Our work is grounded in a clear understanding of context, planning constraints and buildability, ensuring design ideas are both ambitious and deliverable. We approach each project individually, responding to the site, the existing building and the way the home will be used.
Our Approach
Sydney Street →
A Context-Led Design Approach
Good residential architecture begins with careful observation. We take time to understand the site, neighbouring properties, planning policy and the character of the existing building before developing proposals.
Our designs aim to:
Improve light, flow and spatial quality
Respect the scale and proportions of the original building
Respond sensitively to surroundings
Create homes that feel coherent, calm and considered
WHAT THIS SERVICE INCLUDES
Architectural design from concept to technical stage
Planning advice and applications where required
Building regulations and technical packages
Coordination with structural engineers and consultants
Our Architectural Design Process
We begin with feasibility and concept design to explore what is possible within planning, spatial and budgetary constraints.
This stage may include:
Site appraisal and constraints review
Initial layout and massing studies
Early planning advice
Design options discussion
Planning drawings, simple massing model, or exterior study.
Where required, we prepare and manage planning applications, developing the design to respond to policy, context and feedback.
This stage typically includes:
Planning submissions and coordination
Design development and refinement
Liaison with planning officers
Consultant coordination where needed
Detail drawing, material junction, or measured drawing excerpt.
We produce clear, coordinated technical information to support construction and building regulations approval.
This includes:
Detailed architectural drawings
Building regulations packages
Structural coordination
Specification and detailing input
Design intent is carefully carried through to ensure it can be built as envisioned.
Design for London Homes
Lexham Gardens →
Experience with London Planning & Constraints
Much of our work involves London properties subject to:
Conservation area controls
Permitted development limitations
Party wall considerations
Tight urban sites and neighbouring amenity constraints
Our experience navigating these conditions allows us to design with realism and confidence from the outset.
Working beyond design
Selwyn Avenue →
Design That Translates into Built Work
Where projects progress beyond design, we ensure continuity through planning, technical development and delivery. Our architectural services integrate seamlessly with our wider project experience, ensuring ideas are translated accurately into built form.
Ready to Discuss Your Project?
If you’re considering an extension, refurbishment or new residential project and would like to explore architectural options, we’d be happy to talk.