Architecture R&D Tax Credits | Queen's Lane Consultants

Qualifying With Architecture

Architecture is an industry which is increasingly recognising its eligibility for R&D Tax Credits. The creation of a building requires numerous iterations, with modification to concepts being an integral part of architectural work. This iterative development to resolve scientific or technological uncertainty is at the heart of why architectural firms should be claiming R&D Tax Credits.

Qualifying Activities

Carrying out or commissioning feasibility studies.
Developing designs, processes or systems to make them more resource efficient (in terms of time, cost, labour and/or material).
Creating designs which maximise space and user flow.
Seeking sustainable certification on projects, such as BREEAM, Passivhaus or LEED.
Improving the performance of buildings, either thermal or acoustic.
Trying to incorporate new design processes, such as the use of 3D modelling.
Creating designs for challenging environments – for example basement excavations, where flooding is a risk or where there are other constraints.
Using existing materials, design processes or construction techniques but in a new or novel way.
Working on listed or historic buildings.

A conversation with QLC will allow us to explain in greater detail how the following activities relate to your business and the key government guidelines and regulations.

What is R&D?

Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credits are a government incentive intended to promote R&D in the UK.

Case Study

Ken, Adam, Thierry and their team were approached to design an eco-friendly commercial development. The client required…

Qualifying With Architecture

Qualifying Activities

Carrying out or commissioning feasibility studies.
Developing designs, processes or systems to make them more resource efficient (in terms of time, cost, labour and/or material).
Creating designs which maximise space and user flow.
Seeking sustainable certification on projects, such as BREEAM, Passivhaus or LEED.
Improving the performance of buildings, either thermal or acoustic.
Trying to incorporate new design processes, such as the use of 3D modelling.
Creating designs for challenging environments – for example basement excavations, where flooding is a risk or where there are other constraints.
Using existing materials, design processes or construction techniques but in a new or novel way.
Working on listed or historic buildings.

A conversation with QLC will allow us to explain in greater detail how the following activities relate to your business and the key government guidelines and regulations.