Derry/londonderry · Donegal · Northern ireland
GET THE BIG DECISIONS RIGHT BEFORE YOU SPEND SERIOUS MONEY ON YOUR HOME.
I help families and busy professionals across Derry/Londonderry, Donegal and Northern Ireland build one-off houses, rural homes, extensions and major renovations with straightforward advice on planning, budget and buildability before the drawings start.
25+ years’ experience · New builds and extensions, north and south of the border · Planning, design and full technical delivery
MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW WHERE TO START WITH A NEW BUILD OR EXTENSION. THAT’S THE EXPENSIVE PART.
You’ve got a site or a house that no longer works, and a budget you’ve worked hard for. What you don’t have is a clear answer to the questions that decide everything:
Is this site even likely to get planning permission?
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Is my budget realistic, or am I about to design something I can’t afford to build?
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Which planning system applies to my site and what does it actually allow?
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Most costly mistakes happen before construction even starts. A weak site, the wrong planning route, a brief never tested against money, these don’t show up until you’ve already spent thousands. The drawings aren’t the first thing you need. Clarity is.
YOU SHOULDN’T HAVE TO GUESS YOUR WAY THROUGH THIS.
I’m Kristian Mitchell. For over 25 years I’ve helped families and landowners across Northern Ireland and Donegal plan and build one-off houses, rural homes and extensions and just as often talked people out of decisions that would have cost them dearly.
I work across both planning systems Northern Ireland and the Republic which matters enormously when your site is near the border. I think about how a building goes together, what it’ll cost to build, and what it’ll be like to live in for thirty years. Not just what it looks like in a render.
You’re not buying drawings. You’re buying judgement and a clear route forward.
A CLEAR PATH, STARTING WITH ONE STRAIGHTFORWARD STEP.
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Tell me about your project
We start with a short, FREE INTRODUCTORY CALL about what you want to do and how I can help.
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Agree the scope and fee
Once I have enough information, I'll set out the proposed services and fees. If your project needs a separate feasibility review first, I'll explain what's involved and what it costs.
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Develop your project
From design and planning through to the technical information needed for construction, I'll guide you through the stages we've agreed.
WHAT I WORK ON
New Build Houses
One-off houses, rural homes and replacement dwellings in Derry, Donegal and the wider North West. From site appraisal and rural planning strategy through to a fully detailed, buildable technical package on either side of the border.
Home Extensions & Renovations
Extensions, major renovations and homes reworked around how the family actually lives. Designed to pass planning and building control without nasty surprises.
A PROJECT SHOULD DO MORE THAN AVOID PROBLEMS.
Good advice should protect your money. Good architecture should also improve the life that money is being spent to support. I design around how your household moves, gathers, works and changes over time, then resolve planning, structure, drainage and detail so the idea survives contact with the real world.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME.
“I used Kristians services for my home in Donegal. Excellent design and after care. I would definitely recommend his expertise to anyone looking for a good architectural service”.
— Liam McKinney
New Dwelling - Fanad
“Kristian completed the plans and planning permission stages of my replacement dwelling in Bohanboy, Convoy, Co. Donegal. Kristian helped my vision become a reality and helped make the most out of my views while maintaining the traditional period features in the property. Kristian was great to work with, easy to contact and always replied to any queries in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend his services”.
— Sarah Kelly
New Dwelling - Convoy
“I approached Kristian to help me with a planning application for a replacement dwelling in the Causeway Coast area. He has been very easy to communicate with and has navigated the planning process very well. He had anticipated challenges at the start of the process and was very helpful in overcoming these. I would highly recommend his services”.
— Dr Richard Thompson
New Dwelling - Castelrock
“Kristian did the entire process of planning and working drawings for our new build property. Professional, friendly, and very easy to work with. Understood our needs and did a fantastic job. Highly recommended!
— Michaela McMacken
New Dwelling - Co.Derry
THE RESPONSIBLE FIRST MOVE IS TO GET CLEAR.
Before you commit serious money to a new build, extension or renovation, get proper advice on whether it’ll work.