Site appraisal, brief development, and early layout options
Service
New houses
Valo Design helps shape one-off homes from the first feasibility study through planning, detailed design, and construction-stage support.
Overview
A complete architectural service for people starting with land, a replacement dwelling, or a blank brief.
Concept plans that balance views, privacy, daylight, and daily routines
Planning-ready drawings, design statements, and consultant coordination
Material direction and technical information for confident construction
What we produce
Feasibility sketches and massing studies
Concept design drawings
Planning application information
Detailed design and construction drawing packages
Best suited to
Individual plotsReplacement dwellingsRural or edge-of-settlement homesFamilies planning a long-term home
Process
A clear route from first conversation to useful information.
- 01
Clarify the site constraints, ambitions, budget, and timeline.
- 02
Develop a calm concept that makes the most of light, outlook, and movement.
- 03
Prepare the planning package and coordinate supporting information.
- 04
Refine the technical detail so the design can move cleanly toward site.
Other services
Connected support for the rest of the project.
Renovation
Careful redesign of existing houses, from whole-home remodelling to sensitive extensions.
Detailed design
Technical drawing packages, material guidance, and coordination for confident construction.
Planning support
Clear concept options, planning drawings, and design statements that help proposals move forward.
Interior design
Room layouts, finishes, lighting, joinery, and furniture direction that make the architecture feel complete.
Energy Compliance
SAP assessments, TM59 overheating modelling, and psi calculations to support compliant, comfortable homes.