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amazing architecture

We’re Adara, where an inside-out knowledge of planning and creative architecture combines to make your big home dreams a reality

A creative collision of architecture and planning that makes us truly unique

A creative collision of architecture and planning that makes us truly unique

Your planning experts

Our team previously worked within local authority planning departments, so we know exactly how to get you planning permission

Curiously creative

Our imaginative, out-of-the-box thinking doesn’t just offer up smart design solutions, but beautiful ones too

3D design

All our designs are 3D, so you can not only see, but also walk around your new house before it’s even built

We heart timelines

You get your own, dedicated project manager to ensure everything stays on track, on time, and on budget

free planning advice

We’re always available via text, WhatsApp, Zoom, Facetime, email or homing pigeon to answer any and all of your planning questions

Ideas, ideas, ideas

There are more ways to design a space than you think – so we offer many options to find the best solution for you.

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Planning advice

Most of our team have worked as local authority planners, so we know exactly how to get you planning permission.

Learn more about planning advice
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Design

We live to be creative. So, we’re absolutely dedicated to giving you the best new home possible – from how it looks to how it works

Learn more about design
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Planning permission

Our team of planning permission experts will work with you from the outset to make sure your dream home has the perfect planning strategy

Learn more about planning permission
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Building regulations

Our architects will prepare detailed technical drawings to make sure that your plans comply with all the correct regulations

Learn more about building regulations

Turn your dream home into a reality today

Book a free consultation with one of our friendly, expert architects to discuss your ideas

Turn your dream home into a reality today

Book a free consultation with one of our friendly, expert architects to discuss your ideas

Turn your dream home into a reality today

Book a free consultation with one of our friendly, expert architects to discuss your ideas

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27 Google reviews

“One of the best in the world at what he does”

I am a developer and I bought a backland site in Barnet that had a history of failed planning applications. Having worked for the council himself as a planner he knew exactly how they think and was refreshingly honest about what was achievable. Thanks to Adara I now have full planning from the council.

N V

Google review

“A true savior”

Following endless failures from previous consultants, we found Dom at Adara who turned the tide for us, navigating complex planning regulations and various hurdles that threatened to derail our project.

Rowan Burgess

Google review

“Absolutely outstanding experience”

Dom and the team were exceptional from start to finish. We worked with them on both a loft conversion and a new outbuilding, and the results far exceeded our expectations. Every stage was carefully considered, beautifully designed, and smoothly delivered.

Shafad Koloth

Google review

“Clearly know what they are doing”

Having spent money on architect’s fees on a project in a different borough only for planning permission to be turned down, I was keen not to repeat my mistake. Our plans were approved with only the most minor of amendments.

Mark Carr

Google review

“The customer service was outstanding”

Our planner (Dominic) and his team of architects listened to what we wanted and also suggested some stunning creative elements we would never have thought of ourselves. We’ve just been granted planning permission. Recommend highly.

Gordon Carver

Google review

N V

One of the best in the world at what he does

Rowan Burgess

A true savior

Shafad Koloth

Absolutely outstanding experience

Mark Carr

Clearly know what they are doing

Gordon Carver

The customer service was outstanding

“One of the best in the world at what he does”

I am a developer and I bought a backland site in Barnet that had a history of failed planning applications. Having worked for the council himself as a planner he knew exactly how they think and was refreshingly honest about what was achievable. Thanks to Adara I now have full planning from the council.

N V

Google review

“A true savior”

Following endless failures from previous consultants, we found Dom at Adara who turned the tide for us, navigating complex planning regulations and various hurdles that threatened to derail our project.

Rowan Burgess

Google review

“Absolutely outstanding experience”

Dom and the team were exceptional from start to finish. We worked with them on both a loft conversion and a new outbuilding, and the results far exceeded our expectations. Every stage was carefully considered, beautifully designed, and smoothly delivered.

Shafad Koloth

Google review

“Clearly know what they are doing”

Having spent money on architect’s fees on a project in a different borough only for planning permission to be turned down, I was keen not to repeat my mistake. Our plans were approved with only the most minor of amendments.

Mark Carr

Google review

“The customer service was outstanding”

Our planner (Dominic) and his team of architects listened to what we wanted and also suggested some stunning creative elements we would never have thought of ourselves. We’ve just been granted planning permission. Recommend highly.

Gordon Carver

Google review

N V

One of the best in the world at what he does

Rowan Burgess

A true savior

Shafad Koloth

Absolutely outstanding experience

Mark Carr

Clearly know what they are doing

Gordon Carver

The customer service was outstanding

“One of the best in the world at what he does”

I am a developer and I bought a backland site in Barnet that had a history of failed planning applications. Having worked for the council himself as a planner he knew exactly how they think and was refreshingly honest about what was achievable. Thanks to Adara I now have full planning from the council.

N V

Google review

“A true savior”

Following endless failures from previous consultants, we found Dom at Adara who turned the tide for us, navigating complex planning regulations and various hurdles that threatened to derail our project.

Rowan Burgess

Google review

“Absolutely outstanding experience”

Dom and the team were exceptional from start to finish. We worked with them on both a loft conversion and a new outbuilding, and the results far exceeded our expectations. Every stage was carefully considered, beautifully designed, and smoothly delivered.

Shafad Koloth

Google review

“Clearly know what they are doing”

Having spent money on architect’s fees on a project in a different borough only for planning permission to be turned down, I was keen not to repeat my mistake. Our plans were approved with only the most minor of amendments.

Mark Carr

Google review

“The customer service was outstanding”

Our planner (Dominic) and his team of architects listened to what we wanted and also suggested some stunning creative elements we would never have thought of ourselves. We’ve just been granted planning permission. Recommend highly.

Gordon Carver

Google review

N V

One of the best in the world at what he does

Rowan Burgess

A true savior

Shafad Koloth

Absolutely outstanding experience

Mark Carr

Clearly know what they are doing

Gordon Carver

The customer service was outstanding

With us, you’re in experienced hands

With us, you’re in experienced hands

A practice built around everyday homeowners, with the numbers to show for it.

20+

Years of experience

Turning briefs into approved plans.

20+

Years of experience

Turning briefs into approved plans.

20+

Years of experience

Turning briefs into approved plans.

800+

Projects

Extensions, lofts and new builds.

800+

Projects

Extensions, lofts and new builds.

800+

Projects

Extensions, lofts and new builds.

100%

Happy homeowners

Clients who would recommend us.

100%

Happy homeowners

Clients who would recommend us.

100%

Happy homeowners

Clients who would recommend us.

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We started back in 2015 with one goal – to design incredible places for people to live. Since then, we’ve made it our mission to make beautiful yet functional design accessible to all, turning simple design sketches into incredible homes. We’re a dedicated and passionate team with a vast breadth of expertise across the planning and design worlds, so your plans are in safe hands with us.

That’s easy. Half of our team are former local authority planners, and the other half are creative architects. Bringing these two worlds together flips the traditional approach on its head and is pretty “out there” compared to others. For us, it makes perfect sense. Because not only will we design incredible extensions, but we’ll also deliver the planning permission that your design needs to come to life.

Basically, everything you will need to design and build your new extension. We’ve got creative architects to bring fresh, exciting ideas to the drawing table and help you reimagine your space. Our planners ensure that all your creative ideas sail through planning. Then, our project managers make sure your extensions are finished on time and within budget. We’re also here, day and night, if you just need some good old-fashioned advice or to discuss ideas.

Just you try and stop us. There are always more ways to design a space than you might think – which is why we’ll offer as many options as we can, to learn more about what you like and need. It’s a truly collaborative process.

Well, we don’t want them going and getting all big-headed, but we like to think they’re some of the best in the business. They work hard to keep up-to-date with the latest materials, trends, techniques, and features, so you can make the best choices for you when it comes to creating your incredible new home.

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