Commercial conversion design & planning.
Conversions are a strategic way to unlock new value from existing assets.
Whether you’re reworking outdated office space into high-performing residential units or adapting commercial buildings for modern tenants, conversions let you respond to market demands while making the most of what you already have. But success doesn’t come from a quick fix, it’s about rethinking the building’s potential and approaching every challenge with clarity and purpose.
We help you see what’s possible. We assess constraints early, identify routes through planning, and develop designs that make the numbers work. It’s a focused, commercially-led approach to unlocking value with minimal waste — of time, money, or space.
We're here to help with your commercial conversion
Get in touch to discuss your site, your goals, and how we can help you build smarter, right from the start.
Design & Planning to Overcome Constraints.
Converting a building isn’t just about fitting a new use into an old shell, it’s about making that space work smarter. Many sites come with inherited limitations: awkward footprints, structural quirks, or planning policy gaps.
Our job is to anticipate these early and turn constraints into intelligent design moves. We don’t just chase approvals; we design from a position of knowledge, so you can move forward with confidence.
From Article 4 areas to Prior Approval pathways and full change-of-use applications, we tailor our planning strategy to match the opportunity. And with technical design delivered in-house, we ensure your conversion stands up to scrutiny, both at planning stage and on site.
The result? Fewer delays, less risk, and a project that’s easier to deliver.
End-to-End conversion Planning & Design management.
We handle every step of your commercial conversion in-house — from assessing viability and planning strategy to full architectural design and technical delivery. Whether you’re converting an office to residential, repurposing a retail unit, or exploring permitted development rights, we bring clarity, speed, and commercial focus to the table.
With Aesthetic Shift, you get a joined-up team that understands how to unlock value from existing assets while navigating planning, design, and delivery with confidence.
How we support your project:
Site appraisals and conversion strategy
Change of use planning and prior approval
Layout design and space optimisation
Compliance with Building Regulations and design standards
Drawings and documents for planning and construction
Navigating local policy and permitted development rights
We're here to help with your commercial conversion
Get in touch to discuss your site, your goals, and how we can help you build smarter, right from the start.
All your architectural needs under one roof
When you work with Aesthetic Shift on a commercial conversion, everything is managed in-house—from early planning strategy through to technical design. You’ll work with one dedicated team that understands the commercial pressures and keeps things moving with clarity and control.
No handovers. No confusion. Just coordinated thinking that keeps your project aligned, compliant, and progressing without delay.
We take care of the detail so you can stay focused on what matters—realising the value of your asset, navigating change of use with confidence, and accelerating your next move.
Why Aesthetic Shift?
Every commercial conversion presents its own mix of constraints and opportunities. At Aesthetic Shift, we bring planning strategy and architectural design together under one roof to help you unlock value from existing assets—whether you’re converting office space to residential or changing use across mixed schemes.
From day one, you’ll work with a dedicated team that understands the pace, complexity, and commercial pressures of repurposing buildings. We act quickly to identify constraints, resolve issues early, and develop designs that meet policy, satisfy planners, and support long-term returns.
With a clear focus on compliance, buildability, and future flexibility, we turn underused spaces into high-performing developments that work—financially, functionally, and sustainably.
It’s a joined-up approach built to support your goals and strengthen your property portfolio.
We're here to help with your commercial conversion
Get in touch to discuss your site, your goals, and how we can help you build smarter, right from the start.