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Planning-Led Residential Architectural Services

Architects in Gonalston

Looking for an architect in Gonalston? MO Architects are residential architects working in Gonalston and across Nottinghamshire, helping homeowners with house extensions, renovations and new build homes.


Since 2008, we’ve delivered over 350 projects, combining practical design thinking with a strong understanding of planning and construction.


If you’re searching for an architect near Gonalston, we provide clear, straightforward advice to help you move your project forward with confidence.

Residential Architects in Gonalston

Gonalston is a small Nottinghamshire village located between Lowdham and Southwell, known for its rural setting, open countryside and mix of traditional properties.


As architects in Gonalston, we regularly work with homeowners looking to extend, remodel and improve their homes while responding carefully to the village’s scale and landscape.


Projects in Gonalston often involve:


  • Working within a rural and countryside context

  • Responding to traditional building forms and materials

  • Managing relationships with neighbouring properties

  • Complying with Newark and Sherwood District Council planning policies


Our approach ensures every Gonalston architectural project is carefully designed, practical and suited to its surroundings.

Client Testimonial

“MO Architects helped us see the potential in our home and guided us through the design and planning process with clear, practical advice. The new extension has transformed the way we use the house and created the family space we wanted.”

Mr & Mrs Fakey, Edwalton

Featured Residential Projects

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Contemporary Extension in West Bridgford

A planning-led contemporary house extension and remodelling project in West Bridgford, designed to improve light, layout and family living while responding carefully to local residential context.

Architectural Services in Gonalston

As an experienced Gonalston architect, we provide a full range of residential architectural services:


  • House extension architect in Gonalston

  • Renovations and internal reconfiguration

  • New build and replacement dwellings

  • Planning permission drawings and applications

  • Building regulations packages


Whether you’re planning a home extension in Gonalston or a bespoke rural home, we guide your project from concept through to approval.

Planning Permission in Gonalston

Planning applications in Gonalston are determined by Newark and Sherwood District Council, where rural setting, design quality and village character are key considerations.


As architects handling planning permission in Gonalston, we:


  • Assess your proposal at an early stage

  • Develop designs aligned with planning policy

  • Prepare and submit planning applications

  • Manage the process through to decision


This planning-led approach helps reduce risk and improve approval outcomes.

Cost of House Extensions and Architects in Gonalston

Understanding costs early is essential when planning a project in Gonalston.


Typical budgets include:


House Extensions


  • Single-storey: £1,800 – £2,500 per m²

  • Two-storey: £2,000 – £2,800 per m²


Renovations


  • Internal alterations: £20,000 – £80,000+

  • Full refurbishments: £80,000 – £200,000+


New Build Homes


  • £2,200 – £3,500 per m²


Architect Fees in Gonalston

  • Planning drawings: £1,500 – £3,500

  • Full service: typically 7–12% of construction cost


Every project is different, so we provide clear, tailored advice based on your brief and site.

Why Choose MO Architects in Gonalston?

  • ✔ Experienced architects in Gonalston and Newark & Sherwood

  • ✔ Strong track record of planning approvals

  • ✔ Clear, practical advice from the outset

  • ✔ Designs that respond to rural and village settings


We design homes that work well for modern living while fitting naturally into their surroundings.

Areas Near Gonalston We Cover

Alongside working as architects in Gonalston, we also undertake projects in:


Lowdham, Southwell, Thurgarton, Bleasby, Epperstone and surrounding areas.

Start Your Project with a Gonalston Architect

If you're planning a house extension, renovation or new build, speak to a trusted Gonalston architect today.


We’ll help you understand what’s possible, what it will cost, and how best to move forward.

Planning Permission Checker

Not sure where to start?


Use our Planning Permission Checker to get an initial understanding of what may be required for your project in Gonalston.

Frequently Asked Questions – Architects in Gonalston

Do I need planning permission for an extension in Gonalston?


Some extensions fall under permitted development, but rural and site-specific considerations may require full planning approval.


How much does an architect cost in Gonalston?


Planning drawings typically start from £1,500, with full services based on a percentage of build cost.


How long does planning permission take in Gonalston?


Most applications through Newark and Sherwood District Council take around 8 weeks.


Do you work on rural homes?


Yes—many projects in Gonalston involve countryside properties where context is important.

MO Architects, ARB registered architects in Nottingham working across Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire & Leicestershire on residential and planning-led architectural design projects. 

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