As the festive season approaches, Connor Ferris Architects (CFA) is preparing for a short Christmas break while continuing to support homeowners and developers planning projects for the New Year. Whether you’re looking for home extension designs in Chelmsford, planning permission advice in Essex, or architectural drawings for renovations, our team will be back in January ready to help.
Below are our official Christmas and New Year opening times.
CFA Christmas & New Year Opening Times
- Tuesday 23rd December – Half Day (reduced hours)
- Wednesday 24th December to Thursday 1st January – Closed for Christmas
- Friday 2nd January – Half Day (limited availability)
Normal business hours resume from Monday 5th January.
If you’re researching architects over the holidays or planning a project for early 2026, you can still make an enquiry through our website and we’ll respond as soon as we return.
Planning a Home Extension or Renovation in 2026?
Even while the CFA studio is closed, many clients use the Christmas break to plan ahead. If you’re thinking about a single-storey extension, loft conversion, kitchen extension, or full renovation, our website offers useful resources including:
- Guidance on permitted development in Essex
- What to expect with planning applications in Chelmsford
- Tips for designing energy-efficient and sustainable homes
- Case studies of CFA projects across Chelmsford, Billericay, Brentwood, Witham, Maldon, and Essex
Submitting your enquiry early helps secure January consultation slots, which fill quickly after New Year.
Why Homeowners Across Chelmsford Choose Connor Ferris Architects
CFA continues to grow as a trusted name for house extension architecture in Chelmsford and the wider Essex area. Clients value our:
- Clear and modern design approach
- Knowledge of local planning policies
- Experience delivering projects under permitted development rights
- Expertise in extensions, refurbishments, feasibility studies, and developer-led schemes
- Friendly, client-focused service from start to finish
If you’re searching for architects near me in Chelmsford or Essex, our team is here to help bring your ideas to life in 2026.
A Festive Thank You From CFA
We’re grateful to every homeowner, developer, and business we’ve worked with this year. From creative residential extensions to detailed feasibility appraisals, your projects have made 2025 an incredible year for Connor Ferris Architects.
We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and we look forward to supporting your architectural projects in 2026.
