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Serving Worthing & Surrounding Areas

Architectural Design in Worthing

Hampshire Build is an architectural design practice proudly serving Worthing and the surrounding West Sussex coast. We specialize in house extensions, loft conversions, and garage conversions.

With over 20 years experience and working knowledge of Worthing Borough Council requirements, we understand the unique character of this elegant coastal resort with its Victorian and Edwardian heritage.

20+ years’ experience

Why Worthing Homeowners Choose Us

  • Fixed-fee packages from £1,950 + VAT
  • Coastal property expertise
  • Complimentary feasibility consultation
  • Survey and drawing schedule agreed after instruction
  • Victorian & Edwardian design specialists

Our Services in Worthing

Loft Conversions in Worthing

Transform your unused loft into a valuable bedroom, office, or living area. Perfect for Worthing's Victorian and Edwardian seafront properties.

From £1,950 + VAT

House Extensions in Worthing

Single-storey, two-storey, or wrap-around extensions designed to maximize your Worthing property's potential and coastal views.

From £1,950 + VAT

Planning Permission in Worthing

Expert navigation of Worthing Borough Council planning requirements.

From £1,950 + VAT

Working with Worthing Borough Council

Worthing has conservation areas protecting its Victorian and Edwardian character. Properties along the seafront and in the town centre require sensitive design approaches. We're experienced with Worthing's planning landscape.

  • Planning portal: adur-worthing.gov.uk/planning
  • Councils aim to decide householder applications within 8 weeks of validation. Timing is set by the council and is not guaranteed.
  • Conservation areas including Beach House Park, Steyne Gardens

Why Extend in Worthing?

With beautiful beaches, excellent schools, and fast trains to London and Brighton, more Worthing homeowners choose to extend rather than relocate.

Frequently Asked Questions - Worthing

Building costs depend on the surveyed property and agreed scope. Use our free Feasibility Check for an indicative budget, then obtain written contractor quotations. Our design packages start from £1,950 + VAT; building work and statutory fees are separate.

Many extensions fall under Permitted Development Rights. However, Worthing has conservation areas including the seafront and town centre. Properties with sea views may have additional design considerations. Explore your project with our Free Feasibility Study.

Standard planning applications with Worthing Borough Council typically take 8-12 weeks.

Rear extensions and loft conversions work exceptionally well for Worthing's Victorian stock. We design sympathetic extensions that complement the original architecture and maximize coastal living.

Yes, we have a network of trusted builders across West Sussex and the coastal region. We can recommend reliable contractors for your Worthing project.

Ready to Transform Your Worthing Property?

Book a complimentary consultation today – no obligation, no hidden fees.

Nearby Areas We Serve

Public council planning decisions

Recent planning decisions near Worthing

Updated 10 October 2026

In the 12 months to 10 October 2026, Adur and Worthing planning authority decided 56 householder home-improvement applications near Worthing in the cached public records — 50 approved.

Coverage: Within approximately 2 km of the town centre. Extensions, loft conversions, dormers, garage conversions and porches only. Records without clear householder classification, location or final decision are excluded. Proposal summaries describe the home-improvement element; see the council record for the full proposal. This is not a complete council-register census.

These are public council decisions about other people’s applications. They are not Hampshire Build projects and do not predict the outcome of your project.