31/03/2026
Thinking about extending your home or converting your loft?
Before you call a builder, it's worth speaking to an architect — and here's why.
The most expensive mistakes on home improvement projects almost always happen early. A poorly positioned extension, a loft conversion with insufficient headroom, or a planning application submitted without proper drawings — these are problems that cost far more to fix than they would have cost to avoid.
At Dennis Hellyar Architects, we work with homeowners across South Wales at every stage — from an initial chat about ideas right through to inspecting the finished work on site. We're not here to make things complicated. We're here to help you get the result you're hoping for, without the headaches.
We've written a new guide for homeowners and landlords that walks through what to expect from working with an architect, what questions to ask, and what the process looks like from start to finish.
Have a read and let us know if you have any questions
Thinking of extending your home, converting your loft, or improving a rental property? Discover why working with an experienced architect saves time, money and stress — and adds lasting value to your property.