PETER PHILIP
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Nottingham architectural design studio
Specialising in Residential, Commercial & Development Projects.
Supporting homeowners, developers and commercial clients with planning strategy, technical design and project delivery across the UK.
Design Expertise Across Residential & Development Sectors
At PPAD, we deliver modern, efficient and carefully considered architectural design across the residential and commercial sectors throughout Nottingham, Mansfield and the wider Midlands. Our expertise spans Home Extensions, HMO – House in Multiple Occupation, Flat Conversions, Assisted Living Accommodation, Public & Commercial, Urban & Master Planning, Purpose Built Student Accommodation, and Planning Applications, each approached with the same level of rigour, creativity and attention to detail.
Whether you are extending your family home, promoting a new residential development, planning a mixed use masterplan, or delivering a student or commercial scheme, we provide clear guidance and confident leadership at every stage. From initial feasibility and concept design through to planning applications and detailed technical drawings, our team ensures projects are practical, deliverable and commercially sound.
With a strong focus on planning success, buildability and cost effective solutions, we work collaboratively with homeowners, landlords, developers, investors and commercial clients to unlock each site’s full potential. Our approach is transparent, strategic and results driven, creating spaces that are visually compelling while carefully designed to perform, add value and stand the test of time.
Our Services
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Home Extensions
Unlock the full potential of your home with a beautifully designed extension. We create single-storey, double-storey, rear, side and wrap-around extensions tailored to your lifestyle. From concept to full planning and technical drawings, we ensure your extension is functional, elegant and build-ready.
HMO
Specialist HMO layouts that meet licensing standards, maximise rental yield and deliver long-term performance. We design highly efficient layouts, consider fire strategy and amenity standards, and prepare all required planning documentation, helping landlords secure approvals quickly and confidently.
Property Conversions
Convert unused spaces into valuable, modern environments. Whether it’s a loft conversion, garage conversion or full building change of use, PPAD provides the design expertise and planning knowledge required to make the most of every square metre.
Public & Commercial
Unlock the full potential of your home with a beautifully designed extension. We create single-storey, double-storey, rear, side and wrap-around extensions tailored to your lifestyle and budget. From concept designs to full planning and technical drawings, we ensure your extension is functional, elegant and build-ready.
Planning Applications
Planning can be complex but we make it clear and manageable. We prepare and submit planning applications, handle council queries, produce supporting reports and ensure designs comply with local policy. Our experience with Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire councils helps to streamline the approval process.
Student Accommodation
We craft innovative living spaces tailored to student needs. Whether you’re looking to maximize space efficiency, enhance amenities, or create a vibrant community atmosphere, our team delivers exceptional designs that stand out. Explore our portfolio and let us elevate your student accommodation project to new heights.
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Why Peter Philip Architecture & Design?
Planning Led Approach
Planning is at the core of everything we do. Every project is assessed strategically from the outset to maximise approval potential, minimise risk and ensure proposals are both policy compliant and commercially viable.
Strong Council Knowledge
With extensive experience working alongside local authorities, we understand how planning departments operate and what they require. Our insight into local policy and decision making processes helps streamline applications and improve outcomes.
End to End Service
From initial feasibility and concept design through to planning submission, technical drawings and build support, we manage the entire process. This ensures clarity, consistency and confidence at every stage of your project.
UK Wide Delivery
Although we are based in the Midlands, we successfully deliver projects across the UK. Our systems and experience allow us to provide the same high level of service and planning expertise regardless of location.
Our Process
Initial Consultation
We begin by understanding your goals, budget, and timeframe, offering expert guidance on planning feasibility and project direction.
“From first conversation to final construction, our process is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and a well-planned route to success.”
Concept Design
We produce clear, accurate drawings that explore potential layouts, design options and structural considerations.
Planning Submission
We prepare and submit planning applications, liaise with the council, manage feedback and maximise your chances of approval.
Technical Drawings
For builders and building control, we provide detailed technical drawings, construction notes, and specification documents.
Build Support
We remain available throughout construction to answer questions, review drawings and support your contractor where required.
Featured Projects Gallery
Take a look at some of our successful projects
A selection of recent projects across the Midlands showcasing extensions, HMO layouts, conversions and commercial refurbishments.
Every project reflects our commitment to practical, well-considered and cost-effective design.
Testimonials
Awesome team! They enable your creative vision to become a real plan and provide their own expertise, inspiration and ideas. I’d hire them again!
— Angela Abraham
Ashley
“Brilliant service start to finish. Got my project through planning and kept me informed and updated throughout. Highly recommend.”
Mike
“Excellent service from PPD, having been let down in the past. Friendly and efficient throughout. Was a great help with there suggestions to maximise the potential of our HMO conversion. We are using them currently on more commercial – HMO conversions. Very knowledgeable with all aspects of design and planning requirements. Highly recommended.”
Rebecca
“Highly recommended. Extremely helpful in the planning of our extension. Thank you for going above and beyond.”
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