DESIGNING EVERYDAY SPACES THAT WORK FOR YOU.

We transform homes and workplaces into more beautiful, functional spaces.

Building on the success of AP architectural, Forty Four Design is a new venture specialising in residential architecture, design, planning, building regulations and contract administration. We work alongside our clients; listening to their needs and creating solutions which provide more beautiful, functional spaces.

About Us

Forty Four Design is a Chichester-based architectural design company with over 30 years experience. Specialising in residential architecture, we are perfectly placed to work with clients on new builds, extensions and renovations.

We combine extensive knowledge of traditional building techniques with advances in building technology and modern approaches to sustainability to produce designs for everyday spaces which work for you.

One of many lovely things our clients say

Alan, I can’t thank you enough for your professionalism in the project you did for me. I was so happy and never thought it would turn out as good as it did! From start to finish you looked after the project which alleviated all the stress for me.

MARLENE NASSIM, 2020

Design & Advice

Whether you are making plans to extend, enlarge, alter or build a new house then we offer a 3D design service to meet your needs. With over 30 years in construction AP architectural can help you with Planning and Building Regulation approvals. We can help if you would just like some advice or not too sure on the processes.

Extensions & Renovations

If you are planning to restyle your property, gain some extra space in the roof or make the best space of your existing home. We can help you with concept designs, guide you through the Planning process and gain Building Regulation approval.

New Homes

Using the latest 3D software we can help you visualise your new home in a realistic way. You may want to build a traditional style home or prefer a contemporary look.

Planning Permissions & Building Regulations

Whether you are building an extension or a new house, it is likely that you will need to obtain Planning Permission and Building Regulation Approval.

Measured & Condition Surveys

Measured and condition surveys carried out as part of our design service. A thorough and accurate measured survey is the starting point of the design process. Understanding an existing building that is to be extended or restyled is paramount.

Contract Administration

Not everyone is in a position to deal with the building process. It can be stressful and frustrating. We can work on your behalf to manage both the design and the construction of your project.

Testimonials

Alan drew plans for a small extension and internal alterations, made the planning application and liaised with a structural engineer and Building Regs department on my behalf. Throughout the whole process, Alan answered my endless questions, being very patient and helpful. I would certainly recommend Alan to my friends and neighbours.

We used Alan’s services for a planned extension and garage replacement. Having discussed the project with Alan we were able to leave it with him to draw up the plans and also take through the planning and building regulations with the local council. Alan was able to do all this with no fuss and no grief on our part. We have been very pleased using his services and would recommend him to other people.

Thank you very much for your efficient & friendly service. The plans you drew up were exactly up to spec & went through planning permission smoothly.

Alan Prior is very efficient & pleasant person in dealing with my planning application. The results I enjoy every day.

We found Alan in our local Nextdoor website & after meeting him we knew he was the man for the job he gave us loads of good advice, guided us in all the right directions & then got it through planning what a good choice we made “Thank you, Alan!”

It really helped us to have your practical building knowledge and advice as well as your architectural skills. As you know some architects aren’t the most practically minded! The builders were very impressed with how clear and specific the drawings were and the finished project is brilliant.

Alan has been professional, honest and supportive during my building project starting with initial plans, through to planning application and continued support during the build. Thank you for all your patience and advice, Alan!

Alan helped us develop a dormer space in our upstairs landing area to create a small shower room and toilet. From the drawings to the planning it was seamless and trouble free. Nice professional work done without fuss. I would be very happy to personally recommend Alan anytime.

We needed plans for a ground floor redevelopment. Alan’s professionalism was obvious by his prompt replies, solid advice, creative suggestions and attention to detail. It would be a pleasure to work with Alan again in the future.

We have found Alan to be very knowledgeable and professional. Everything has been explained and advice given clearly and simply. He has been very patient with us and always answers our questions promptly. He has explained the planning process and kept us informed of the progress of our applications.

Alan was helpful during the pre-planning stage, planning stage and during our build. After our application was approved we made some slight amendments, Alan was very quick to help our builder with measurements, amending and advising on our drawings. Would highly recommend.

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