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Architectural Technology

 

Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists

 

Northumbria University

 

Northumbria University - AT course info

 

Year 1
Computer aided design for the built environment
Evolution of the built environment
Measurement, surveying and drawing skills
Constructional, environmental and structural technologies
Introduction to building environment
Business, economics and management
Professional practice 1
Sustainability of the built environment.

Year 2
CAD and 3D visualisation
Design principles and
procedures
Building
technology applications
Building
envelope and environmental services
Building control law
Site surveying
Management skills
Professional practice 2

Year 3
Professional placement.

Year 4
Managing the design process
Production of buildings
Management of projects and people
Contracts and procurement
Architectural technology dissertation
Professional practice 3

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 It is our mission to provide high quality building plans using a creative and practical understanding of buildings to make the process of extending your home simple and stress free, at a reasonable cost and in a fast, efficient and friendly manner.? Our aim is to involve our clients throughout the design process to achieve a final development that turns your dream home into a living reality. 

A thoughtfully designed single or 2 storey home extension could be the cost effective alternative to moving house.? Whether it's an extra bedroom, a bigger kitchen or more living space we are will be able to show you in full 3D the possibilities available to you. If you live in a Detached, semi, terrace or bungalow then we've got the experience to realise the possibilities that are best for you and your family.

 

A sun lounge or conservatory can provide the additional living space that you need to relax in following a hard days work.

 

If your attic is just a place for old toys and Christmas decorations then you could be missing out on a fantastic opportunity to maximise the space you currently have by doing a loft conversion.? Include dormer windows etc.

 

If you need help with a planning application for a new garage, porch or garden wall or fence then we can make the process hassle free by not only producing the drawings but acting as agent on your behalf, completing all the required forms and liaising with the local planning authority.

 

Considering some internal alterations, but not sure what you want or could have.? Using the latest computer aided design we allow you to visualise your ideas.? Convert garage into the extra room that you always wish you had.?

 

Some works does not require planning permission but most will need to comply with the latest building regulations and this will need to be checked by your local authority building control or an approved inspector such as on-site building control.

 

Occasionally works require the services of a structural engineer to design steel beams, especially loft conversions or creating a new opening in a load bearing wall.? Abbey design durham ltd benefit from a close working relationship with bdn ltd, a structural engineering practice based in the rivergreen centre at aykley heads.

 

Being based in Durham city we have experience of meeting the planning needs of the conservation area, writing design and access statements and negotiating with the local planning authority over the possibilities for specific sites.

 

if you are thinking about developing or selling a piece of land then applying for outline planning permission will ascertain what the local planners are likely to allow.? In addition to producing proposals we can provide ordnance survey site plans through our association with pro-map.

 

Commercial businesses needing plan drawings for a change of use or license application should contact Abbey Design for a competitive quotation we are able to carry out a measurement survey and produce the necessary scale drawings , as well as completing the planning forms? to accompany applications for new licenses and fire certificates Etc.

 

Abbey Design is a Durham City based plan drawing business, concentrating on domestic property extensions across the North East, Durham, Sunderland, Gateshead, Easington and Darlington.? We can also provide cad draughting services and document conversion to architectural practices and estate agents.? 17/10/06