Pre-application design studies and planning strategy input
Service
Planning support
Valo Design prepares calm, well-explained proposals that respond to context, policy, neighbours, and the character of the existing home or site.
Overview
Practical support for turning an idea into a clear planning submission or pre-application conversation.
Planning drawings for new homes, extensions, and alterations
Design statements that explain the proposal clearly
Responsive design revisions after planner or neighbour feedback
What we produce
Location, block, existing, and proposed drawings
Planning-ready elevations, sections, and roof plans
Design and access or design statement material
Submission support and response drawings
Best suited to
Early-stage site decisionsHouseholder planning applicationsPre-application adviceSensitive sites and character areas
Process
A clear route from first conversation to useful information.
- 01
Review the local context, planning history, and relevant constraints.
- 02
Develop a proposal that can be clearly justified in design terms.
- 03
Prepare drawings and written material for submission.
- 04
Respond to planning feedback with practical, proportionate revisions.
Other services
Connected support for the rest of the project.
New houses
Bespoke homes shaped around site, light, budget, and the way each household wants to live.
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.
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.