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New-build homes

One-off grand designs, from the first conversation to a planning-ready scheme.

Overview

Building your own home is one of the biggest projects you'll take on. We design one-off houses around the way you want to live, then make sure the design works for the site, the planning policy and the budget.

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Site-led design

Orientation, views, slope and neighbours shape the house from day one.

02

Seen before it's built

Photoreal CGI of every elevation and key interior, so there are no surprises on site.

03

Planning in context

Street-scene renders and a design rationale that speaks the planning officer's language.

04

Built to be built

Technical drawings co-ordinated with engineers and building control.

Questions

Good to know

All FAQs

Is the first consultation really free?

Yes. Your initial discovery meeting is free and without obligation. We use it to understand your requirements and create a client brief, then send a clear, stage-by-stage fee proposal.

How are your fees structured?

After the discovery meeting we send a fee proposal broken down by stage, from surveys and concept design through to planning, building regulations and tender drawings. You can see exactly what each stage costs, and clients consistently describe our pricing as reasonable and transparent.

Do I need planning permission?

It depends on the project, the property and its location. Many extensions fall under permitted development, while new builds, larger schemes, listed buildings, conservation areas and HMOs in Article 4 areas usually need full planning. We'll advise you at the discovery meeting.

What are 3D renders and do I need them?

Renders are photoreal computer-generated images of your design, inside and out. They let you see your home before it's built, help you make decisions with confidence, and are a persuasive part of a planning application.

Free initial consultation

Let’s designyour home.

0115 777 0701info@covest.co.uk

Every project starts with a free discovery meeting. Tell us what you’re planning and we’ll guide you from the first sketch to construction drawings.

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