Business Details
Your Trusted Architectural and Energy Consultancy in Ipswich
Northgate Building Design has been serving clients across Suffolk and Essex for over two decades, delivering tailored architectural and energy consultancy solutions. Our team combines extensive industry experience with a commitment to providing cost-effective, client-focused services that streamline the building process. Specialising in SAP calculations, EPCs, and TM59 thermal modelling, we support projects from initial concept through planning and building regulation submissions. Our in-house energy consultancy team ensures compliance with current regulations while minimising costly redesigns. We prioritise clear communication and practical advice, offering nationwide support without requiring site visits.With expertise in new builds, conversions, and extensions, including complex glazed structures, we help clients achieve regulatory approval efficiently. Our approach balances technical precision with personalised service, ensuring clients receive actionable guidance at every project stage. By focusing on early-stage compliance strategies, we help prevent unnecessary expenditures on technologies or design alterations. Our reputation for reliability and technical excellence has been built through consistent delivery of high-quality plans and professional support, as evidenced by client testimonials praising our expertise and service standards.
Services
Architectural Design Services
SAP Calculations
EPCs
Dynamic Thermal Modelling (TM59)
Measured Surveys
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years' experience in architectural and energy compliance services
- Our in-house energy consultancy team ensures regulatory compliance with Part L and Part O
- We provide cost-effective solutions to prevent expensive redesigns
- We offer nationwide support without requiring site visits
- Our tailored service covers projects from concept to building regulation submission
Associations and certifications
- On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA)
What people say
Excellent service
First class plans
Reasonably priced
Professional guidance
Trusted recommendations
Services
Architectural Design Services
We provide fully tailored architectural design solutions for residential projects including extensions, conversions, and new builds. Our services cover concept development, planning applications, and building regulation submissions. With expertise in integrating energy compliance from the initial design phase, we help clients achieve practical, cost-effective solutions that meet regulatory requirements while realising their vision.
SAP Calculations
Our SAP calculations ensure new dwellings and extensions meet Part L of the Building Regulations. Conducted at both design and completion stages, these assessments include energy performance evaluations and EPC production. We offer competitive rates for both standard and complex projects, including comparative SAP assessments for extensions exceeding 25% glazing-to-floor area ratios.
Dynamic Thermal Modelling (TM59)
We conduct CIBSE TM59 thermal modelling to demonstrate compliance with Part O overheating regulations. Using advanced 3D simulation software, we assess solar gains, heat dissipation, and ventilation strategies. Our assessments support design optimisation while maintaining architectural integrity, providing greater flexibility than simplified compliance methods for modern residential developments.
Measured Surveys
Our measured survey service produces accurate floor plans and elevations for existing properties. These detailed surveys form the foundation for renovation projects, extensions, or conversion works. We use precision equipment to capture existing layouts, ensuring all subsequent design work is based on reliable spatial data for improved project outcomes.
EPCs
We produce Energy Performance Certificates for new build dwellings and conversions. Our EPCs are lodged with building control to complete regulatory sign-off. The process includes both design-stage and as-built assessments, ensuring accurate energy ratings that reflect actual construction specifications while demonstrating compliance with current building regulations.
People
Neil
Neil provides architectural design services with a focus on client satisfaction. He offers expert guidance through planning stages and delivers high-quality plans. His work includes recommending trusted builders to ensure project success, as demonstrated by positive client testimonials highlighting his professionalism and service excellence.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural design services for residential extensions, conversions, and new builds, including planning applications, building regulation submissions, and measured surveys to support your project.
How do SAP calculations help my building project?
SAP calculations demonstrate compliance with Part L energy efficiency regulations. We conduct these assessments at design and completion stages, producing EPCs required for building control sign-off.
Do you handle thermal modelling for overheating compliance?
Yes, we offer CIBSE TM59 dynamic thermal modelling to meet Part O overheating requirements, using 3D simulations to optimise design solutions while maintaining architectural intent.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Suffolk and Essex, with regular projects in Ipswich, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds and surrounding villages, while also supporting national clients remotely.
Can you assist with complex glazed extensions?
Yes, we specialise in comparative SAP assessments for extensions exceeding 25% glazing-to-floor area ratios, providing compliance solutions without compromising design aspirations.
How do I get a quote for your services?
Contact us via phone or email with your project details, including plans, elevations, and specifications, to receive a free, tailored quote for your architectural or energy compliance needs.
