David James Architects & Associates

We have an established client base within the South of England, including national and local developers, local housing authorities, and private clients. Reassuringly, we have very strong links with the local authorities, and have considerable experience in negotiating planning applications, including deputations to planning committees and assisting in appeals. In addition, we have a proven track record for gaining planning permission nationwide, even for very challenging sites. David James Architects can provide a unique and thoughtful design solution that is tailored to each individual site.

As a team of commercial architects we have considerable experience working with national and regional firms throughout the south of England. Our projects range from large schemes for housing developments to student accommodation with both social and privately owned dwellings, open spaces and community centres. Our knowledge of local planning policy and close links to the local authorities allows us to create plans that are both viable and realistic in terms of planning constraints. We have a huge amount of experience in negotiating planning approvals, as well on working on Brownfield sites, in the Greenbelt and ecologically sensitive sites.

David James Architects (DJA) & Partners Ltd has a reputation for providing outstanding design solutions and has a high planning approval rate for developers. We offer a complete service including: feasibility studies, concept design and planning, technical design, interior architecture and project management. We are proud to have long standing relationships with many local developers, as well as many more throughout the south of England. Due to our impressive planning approval rates and commitment to achieving the best possible return for our clients, we receive repeat business and recommendations throughout the industry.

Our interior design team can help you with your existing project. We offer bespoke furniture solutions, bathroom and kitchen layouts, and advise on and source internal finishes. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, utilising the latest technology, design trends and up-to-date finishes. We work with the client's needs at the forefront of design process, creating elegant yet feasible spaces for living. Lifestory have worked with DJA on a considerable number of large-scale retirement schemes.

Lifestory have worked with DJA on a considerable number of large-scale retirement schemes. Their service in all areas is second to none; giving each project the dedication and attention to detail that reflects our own ethos and vision. We've worked with David James Architects & Partners on several projects and have found them exceptionally professional & knowledgeable in both cost effective measures & architectural design. As a consequence I would not hesitate to recommend them. David and Laurie listened to our brief and interpreted our vision perfectly and yet were not afraid to guide us into a adapted design which retained the original contemporary vision and which still reflected the brief.