ESSEX ARCHITECT

RJB Architect is a small, friendly architectural practice based in Essex where you receive a personal service throughout. My clients are mainly homeowners looking to convert, alter, extend their existing homes.

HOME EXTENSIONS

Are you considering to extend? If so, please reach out and we can discuss your proposals and arrange an initial meeting. We have plenty of experience designing extensions in all forms and sizes including single storey, two storey, loft conversions and outbuildings.

PLANNING APPLICATIONS

Once we have finalised the design, we will prepare and submit a Planning Application to your local authority. The Planning drawings consist of a set of plans and elevations showing the existing and proposed design.

BUILDING REGULATION DRAWINGS

Detailed building regulation drawings, along with the calculations from a structural engineer, contain the specific information required to obtain building regulations approval for your project. This package of information is also used to obtain quotes from prospective contractors.

PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT

Permitted Development rights allow homeowners to undertake certain types of work without the need to apply for planning permission. We can explain your options in more detail and highlight any potential issues to overcome.

OPEN PLAN SPACE

The main benefit of open plan living is that you gain more useable space. Fewer walls mean bigger rooms that are more suitable for larger gatherings. Most people want an open plan living layout if they plan to entertain frequently, since their guests will feel more included and less enclosed.

LOFT CONVERSION

Loft conversions are one of the best ways to add extra space to your home, without extending its overall footprint. Whether you are looking to add an extra guest bedroom, a master suite, a new home office or even a teenage den, there are so many ways a loft conversion can be utilised that it usually isn’t hard to find a solution that fits.

David Honey

20 August 2026

Great work from Richard with our extension. All went smoothly from the initial meeting, the design and the planning process. They were very knowledgable and would highly recommend them for your project.

Samantha Pearce

5 August 2026

I highly recommend RJB. Richard designed a two-storey extension with a hip-to-gable loft conversion and rear dormer for us, and the plans were exactly what we'd envisioned. He was knowledgeable and thorough, guiding us through every stage of the planning permission and building control process. He also went above and beyond by recommending construction companies used by previous clients when we asked. When choosing an architect, my main concern was finding someone reliable, well informed, and able to stick to the agreed timescale. Richard delivered on all three and made the early stages of a major renovation remarkably straightforward.

Tony Neville

23 June 2026

Richard helped me with my loft conversion. Extremely proactive, patient and knowledgeable. With the perfect combination of friendly and professional. Would definitely recommend and will certainly use again for any future projects I may do.

Charlotte Saxon

16 April 2026

I’ve had a really good experience working with Richard and his team. They’ve been really helpful throughout always come up with great ideas and practical solutions. Communication has been easy, they reply quickly and are always available on the phone when needed, which makes the whole process feel a lot smoother. They’re reliable and easy to work with, and you can tell they care about getting things right. I’ve already recommended them to friends and would happily do so again.

Michelle Roughan

20 March 2026

Richard was proactive throughout our planning application process, delivering all documents in a timely manner, helpful and objective as well offering solutions and suggestions - I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

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