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At SA architectural Services, we understand that the whole design and construction process can be a bit of an enigma to many people. There aren't many times in life when you decide to build a new home, or renovate a building extensively.
This can also be a stressful process, since there are so many horror stories of people having poor experiences of construction, or losing large sums of money to unscrupulous contractors.
This is generally entirely avoidable with the correct research, planning, and advice!
We are keen to ensure that all who come into contact with us are empowered to make the right decisions on their project. We do this by providing help and support in the form of free resources and a no obligation "Ask The Expert" call or a meeting at our offices.
Due to high levels of demand for our time, and our international speaking engagements, we offer these meetings on a first come first served basis. You can check our availability and book here
Looking to find an architecture firm to help you deliver your building project?
Do you have any questions about how to start with design, and the process?
SA Architectural Services has created this resource page of guidebooks and video Tutorials about how to get your project on the right track to a successful outcome.
We've included some specialist resources too relating to our specialisms in Eco homes, and Listed buildings which will be useful if you are looking to build, or buy one of those.
The aim of these resources is to help you, and we'd love to know how useful they've been to you.
All of our guides can also be requested by hard copy, so please do let us know if you would prefer this.
Please enjoy them, with our compliments.
RP3 (RAPID PROJECT PLANNING PACK)TM
Started to dream about the design of your new, custom build project but you don’t know where to start?
If you are looking for a single resource guide with the information about what you need to know when starting the process of planning a dream home, this guidebook is for you.

7 Mistakes People Make When Renovating Listed PropertiesTM
Listed Buildings are a passion of ours, and we've helped many customers through the process to great success. All too frequently we come accross customers who have embarked on the purchase of an old or listed building, blissfully unaware of the defects that lie hidden beneath the surface.

THE #1 GUIDE TO THE BENEFITS OF A PASSIVHAUS DREAM HOMETM
IF YOU ARE A DEVELOPER OR SELF-BUILDER THIS GUIDE IS FOR YOU!
Avoiding common costly mistakes, misconceptions, and misunderstandings.
Passivhaus is an incredibly useful, fascinating, and rewarding subject. Sometimes it can be a confusing one too!
SA SYSTEM PROJECT ROAD MAPTM
It is simpler and easier, when you know the right steps!
We prepared this guide after seeing so many people struggle with understanding the design and construction process. This process can seem like a complex and frightening roadblock for those who haven’t been through it before. This guide will help you get started off on the right foot.
HOW TO HIRE AN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNERTM
If you’ve asked yourself these questions: “how to find an Architectural designer?” or “how to find the best architectural team in East Anglia?” then this guidebook is for you.
SA DESIGN QUESTIONNAIRETM
At the link below you can sign up to download our comprehensive design questionnaire. It will let you tell us all about what you have in mind for your project.

9 Helpful TipsTM
If you own, or are thinking of buying a Listed Building and doing work to it, however minor, this guide is for you! Development of listed property is quite complex, but these few simple tips will help you to get the project off to a great start.