Home Extensions
Create more space and transform how your home works, with the build coordinated from groundwork to finish.
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Design Build Manage Ltd
FROM THE GROUND UP.
Extensions. Conversions. Structural Alterations.
A complete residential building service — from the first idea through to the finished project.
Design. Build. Manage.
A considered way to build your home.
DBM delivers residential construction with one clear route from concept to completion. We combine hands-on building experience with design, technical coordination and project management so your project is properly planned, clearly priced and coordinated from the outset.
Our in-house architectural drawing service can get standard residential projects moving quickly, while structural calculations and Building Control requirements can be coordinated alongside the build.
What we build
Tailored building solutions.
Loft Conversions
Make better use of the roof space with carefully planned loft conversions and structural alterations.
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Garage Conversions
Turn underused garage space into practical, comfortable living accommodation.
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Structural Alterations
Open up layouts and complete complex steelwork and structural changes with coordinated calculations.
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Full Renovations
Whole-property transformations managed through structural work, services, finishes and completion.
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New Builds
Complete new-build delivery, including groundworks, structure, coordination and finishing.
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THE WHOLE PROJECT.
From the first conversation to the final handover, DBM can coordinate the moving parts of your project so you have a clear point of contact and a joined-up route through design, technical information and construction.
Clear scopeDefined work, transparent quotation and agreed project requirements.
Coordinated tradesConstruction planned as one project rather than a collection of separate jobs.
One point of contactDirect communication with Joe and the DBM team throughout.
From first idea to construction
START WITH DBM DESIGN & TECHNICAL.
Not ready to build yet? Start with DBM. We can coordinate the technical side first and give you a clear route from your initial idea through to a properly defined, buildable project.
Architectural DrawingsExisting and proposed plans prepared for your project.
Structural EngineeringStructural design and calculations where required.
Planning SupportHelp with planning and permitted development requirements.
Building RegulationsTechnical information coordinated for Building Control.
Fixed PricingClear fixed fees for our standard drawing and structural calculation services.
One team. The whole project.
- 01Discuss your ideas
Tell us what you want to achieve and where you are in the process.
- 02Drawings & calculations
We coordinate the architectural and structural information.
- 03Approvals
Planning and Building Control support where required.
- 04Fixed build quotation
Once the scope is defined, DBM can price the construction.
Ready for a build price?
ALREADY HAVE DRAWINGS?
If your architect or engineer has already prepared the project, send the information to DBM. We can review the scheme and discuss a fixed-price construction quotation.
Architectural plansStructural drawingsEngineer calculationsSpecificationsSite photos
Send your project information
Name, postcode, project type, approximate budget and your drawings or specifications.
Upload project files →From concept to completion
A straightforward five-step process.
Concept
Discuss the project, priorities, budget and feasibility.
Design & Technical
Coordinate drawings, structural information and technical requirements.
Pre-Construction
Agree scope, quotation, programme and Building Control requirements.
Build
Coordinate trades and construction with clear client communication.
Completion
Finishing, snagging and handover.
What our clients say
Built on trust, communication and delivery.
“Joe and team do a fantastic job, they are reliable, did everything they said they would at the price agreed and in the time they estimated. A real pleasure to work with...”MyBuilder customer
“Great team of builders who know their trade. Highly professional and very methodical and neat and tidy approach. Lovely finish on the work with great care and attention.”Checkatrade customer
“We had a really positive experience with Joe and the team at Design Build Manage and would highly recommend them.”Edenbridge customer
About DBM
Built around one point of contact.
Joe Mitchell, founder and director of Design Build Manage Ltd, brings over 20 years of hands-on construction experience to every project. DBM is built around direct involvement, clear communication and coordinated delivery from the initial discussion through to completion.
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