OUR SERVICES
BUSINESS STRATEGY
Business planning is a fundamental part of delivering realistic and sustainable projects. Our extensive knowledge in a variety of sectors enables us to benchmark your project and develop commercially viable proposals, providing a complete picture of the potential for your business. - Site masterplans - Research and Evaluation - Benchmarking & Commercial reviews - Feasibility studies - Retail design and fit out - Catering design and fit out - Visitor Attraction Advice - Interior Design - Exterior Design - Retail consultancy - Catering consultancy
PLANNING
We provide planning services for our clients including the preparation and submission of planning applications from brand new developments and extensions to existing buildings to changes of use and varying conditions. We have extensive knowledge and experience in the industry and by taking a commercial approach and working with local planning authorities rather than against them, we ensure the best chance of success for our clients. 98% of the planning applications that we have submitted have been successful. - Preparation, submission, and negotiation of planning applications - Formulation of planning strategies - Certificates of lawfulness - Ecological Reports - Planning history reviews - Discharge of conditions applications - Liaison with sub consultants to provide additional supporting information
ARCHITECTURE
We have experience of designing new builds, developments and extensions for a range of clients. We have provided architectural services for projects ranging from garden centres to visitor centres, at locations across the country which intelligently blend creativity of design with commercial acumen to ensure the best possible return on investment for our clients. - Architectural Design - Building control - CAD drawing - Planning Application drawings - Coordinating with contractors and construction teams - Project meeting involvement
LANDSCAPE & ECOLOGY
Our team of Landscape Architects have created a variety of exciting, innovative and creative projects, delivering spaces for people to enjoy across the UK. We are equipped to work on a diverse range of schemes from parks and play areas to public realm and housing projects. We are able to think strategically, working in partnership to deliver spaces and places which connect with people and nature. We understand the interrelationship between good design and management of public space and how it can define an area and its audience. - Landscape Architecture - Landscape Planning - Landscape & Visual Impact Assessments and Appraisals (LVIA & LVA’s) - Green Space Management - Masterplanning - Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) - Protected species surveys - Completion of Biodiversity Metric Tool - Biodiversity Net Gain mitigation and advice - Environmental management plans - Construction Environmental/Ecological Management Plans
RETAIL & RESTAURANT
Our team of interior and retail designers have extensive experience of using interior and retail design to maximise a sites potential and add value. For example we can use our knowledge and creativity to enhance customer flow and maximise dwell time. As experts in these areas we take great pride in adding value to your projects and delivering results with a “wow” factor. - Garden Centre retail design - Farm Shop retail design - Restaurant design - Commercial Kitchen advice - Concept design - Detailed design - Implementation and delivery of design
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Our experienced team brings creativity and precision together to enhance your brand's visual identity. We transform concepts into compelling visuals, offering services that include unique logo creation, cohesive brand/corporate identity development, striking print materials, and engaging digital designs. Our team ensures that your brand stands out by tailoring our approach to your specific needs and bringing your vision to life. Whether you are a startup or an established business, we are committed to helping you make a lasting impression. - Brand creation - Corporate identity - Packaging design - Retail signage and point of sale - Catering and menu design - Wayfinding and display signage - Reports, layout & brochure design - Presentation design
MASTERPLANNING
One of our strengths at Pleydell Smithyman Limited is being able to take a step back and see the bigger picture. Our team of consultants have collaborated with major clients within the public and private sector to develop strategic documents which help to inspire and articulate long term, sustainable visions. - Business Development Strategies - Town and Rural Planning - Garden Centre Strategic Plans - Farm Shop Strategic Plans - Alternative Land Use plans - Commercial Appraisals - Benchmarking - Site development - CAD drawings