How much does a Architect cost in Wales?
Typical costs for hiring a architect anywhere in Wales. Architects pricing is largely consistent across the UK, so the figures below are indicative national ranges. Your actual quote depends on job size, access and materials, so always get 2–3 quotes. Ranges reflect published 2024–25 UK trade-pricing guides.
Architects in Wales: what our directory holds
Where they are: South Wales 54 · North Wales 20 · Mid Wales 10 · West Wales 8
Counted from businesses listed on besttrades.wales, not a survey of the whole market — there are architects in Wales we have not listed yet. Supply affects price: in a region with few available architects, quotes sit toward the top of the ranges below.
Architect price guide, Wales (2026)
| Job type | Price range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | £70 – £120/day | Per hour (senior) |
| Extension Drawings | £1500 – £4000 | Concept to planning |
| Planning Application Pack | £1200 – £3000 | |
| Building Regs Drawings | £1000 – £2500 | Technical package |
| Full Service Percent | 8 – 15 % of build |
Prices updated 2026-08-26. Actual quotes may vary by job complexity and contractor.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an architect cost for an extension?
Planning drawings for an extension are typically £1,500–£4,000; a full RIBA service is usually 8–15% of the build cost.
Do I need an architect for planning permission?
Not always, but for extensions and conversions an architect or architectural technologist produces the drawings and manages the application.
What is the difference between drawings and full service?
A drawings-only package gets you planning/building-regs plans; full service adds tender, contractor selection and site oversight.