Converting a House into Flats – Expert Planning & Design in London & Home Counties
At Draw Plans, we specialise in converting houses into flats through smart architectural design and planning strategy. Whether you're a landlord, developer, or homeowner looking to turn a house into flats, our experienced team guides you through every step—from layout design to planning approval.
With over 15 years of experience working across London and the Home Counties, we've helped transform hundreds of homes into efficient, high-yield multi-unit dwellings that meet both council requirements and tenant expectations.
Why Convert a House into Flats?
Maximise rental yield
Increase resale value
Cater to urban housing demand
Optimise underused or oversized homes
We’ll help you understand what’s possible based on your site, building type, and local council policies. From converting a house into 2 flats to subdividing large properties into 3 or more units, Draw Plans will create solutions that are functional, legal, and appealing.
What We Deliver
As architectural designers and consultants, our services include:
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Feasibility studies & pre-application advice
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Measured surveys of the property
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Existing and proposed floorplans
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Flat layouts optimised for natural light, storage & space standards
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Access, bin, cycle and amenity strategies
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Compliance with Nationally Described Space Standards (NDSS) and local housing policies
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Full drawing packages for planning, building regulations, and construction
We ensure your scheme includes:
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Proper room sizes (studio, 1-bed, 2-bed or 3-bed flats)
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Minimum floor areas per unit
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Logical circulation and fire safety planning
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Shared and private access solutions
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Designs that “keep planners happy” with smart layouts and minimal external changes
Areas We Cover
We serve clients across:
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Greater London – all boroughs including Southwark, Camden, Brent, Croydon, and Waltham Forest
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Home Counties – Surrey, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire.
We’re familiar with the unique demands and planning quirks of each local authority.
Client Testimonials
“Draw Plans helped us convert our 3-storey house into 3 stunning flats. They knew exactly how to deal with planners and space standards. Approved first time!”
— Nadia H., Landlord, Hackney
“We wanted to convert a house into 2 flats in Wandsworth. The team at Draw Plans gave us a brilliant layout and helped us get full planning quickly.”
— Robert S., Investor, SW London
“Draw Plans showed us how to turn our house into flats without overcomplicating it. Very knowledgeable and helpful from day one.”
— Jean & Alan, Homeowners, Hertfordshire
Get Started With Your Flat Conversion Today
If you're planning on converting a house into flats, we’re here to help with:
Design & layout planning
Planning submission & liaison
Building regulations compliance
Project coordination with surveyors and contractors
Call us now or use our online form to request a quote or feasibility assessment. Our team is ready to help you unlock your property’s potential.




