⚠️The Risk of "Standard" Renovations
❌ THE DANGER
Standard interior designers cannot legally sign off on A&A works. Bypassing BD submissions results in Unauthorized Building Works (UBW), leading to government prosecution and encumbrances on your property title.
✅ OUR SOLUTION
As an AP-led architectural firm, we bridge the gap. We provide the statutory authority to execute your ambitious design vision legally, protecting your multi-million dollar asset.
UNDERSTANDING COMPLIANCE
What are A&A Works in Hong Kong?
Under the Hong Kong Buildings Ordinance, Alterations and Additions (A&A) refer to building works that modify an existing structure. If you are modifying structural walls, altering escape staircases, or significantly changing the layout of a legacy home, it is legally classified as A&A.
These works strictly require the appointment of an Authorized Person (AP) and a Registered Structural Engineer (RSE) to submit plans to the Building Authority (BD) prior to commencement.
Building Extension
Constructing a new extension, vertically or horizontally, to an existing building.
Multi-Floor Integration
Linking two or more floors by removing parts of the floor slab and/or adding internal staircases.
Unit Consolidation
Combining two or more units into one by removing the partition walls.
Building Conversion
Conversion of an existing building, including wholesale conversion of an existing industrial building.
Facade Cladding Installation
Installing cladding or curtain wall to the facade of existing buildings.
Structural Enhancements
Adding water tanks, canopies, shelters, structural frames for advertisement signboards, air-conditioning plants, etc.
Accessibility and Safety Upgrades
Modification of means of escape, means of access and barrier free access.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our A&A Expertise
We manage the most complex structural transformations for Hong Kong's luxury residential and commercial properties.
Our in-house professionals offer submission services for Alterations and Additions, as well as handle all coordination with the Buildings Department to obtain approval for building plans and consent to commence works.
METHODOLOGY
The AP-Led Execution Process
Step 1
Feasibility & Concept
Our AP reviews approved BD plans to determine the legal viability of your design concept.
Step 2
Statutory Submission
We prepare and submit all required structural calculations and drawings to the Building Authority for formal approval.
Step 3
Tendering & Minor Works
Engagement of Registered General Building Contractors (RGBC) or Class I Minor Works contractors.
Step 4
Supervision & Sign-off
On-site AP supervision ensuring strict adherence to plans, culminating in the legal BD sign-off.
Our Services
Preliminary Record Review
Structural Risk Analysis
Statutory Compliance Check
30-Min Architect Consultation
What's included?
LEAD ARCHITECT
Jay Lee
DIRECTOR | AP(A), ARB, HKIA
Email: info@artful-build.com
WhatsApp: +852 4426 1788
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Preliminary Record Review
Structural Risk Analysis
Statutory Compliance Check
30-Min Architect Consultation
What's included?
LEAD ARCHITECT
Jay Lee
DIRECTOR | AP(A), ARB, HKIA
Email: info@artful-build.com
WhatsApp: +852 4426 1788