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Architectural Designs
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- Rated 4.9 from 34 reviews
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Newest review July 2024
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No missed appointments in the past 6 months. TrustATrader logs when a member misses an agreed appointment, so a clean run is a sign they turn up when they say they will.
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4.9out of 5
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- TrustATrader34 reviews · 4.9 avg
Highlights
“James was brilliant from start to finish. Not only he produced a good set of plans, he provided valuable before and for several months even after the plan was agreed by the local authority. His advise was always spot on and very reliable and helpful. His fees are very reasonable and I recommend him strongly.”
“We were very pleased to find such a reliable and efficient architect having had problems in the past finding a good architect. James responded quickly, was knowledgeable about what would be permitted for our extension and draw up the plans quickly. Planning permission was obtained first time. His charges were reasonable and he was quick to respond to a few queries we had during the process. We would not hesitate in recommending him.”
Detailed reviews
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on 21st July 2021
on 9th March 2021
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Architectural Designs are a professional, reliable and established company with over 20 years of experience. Based in Gerrards Cross, we cover all...
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Always confirm credentials and quotes with the business directly before hiring.
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"Architect" is a title protected by law - only people on the official Architects Register (held by ARB) may use it. Confirm they're on it before you commission a design.
Check the Architects RegisterOnly someone on the Architects Registration Board (ARB) register may legally call themselves an 'architect' in the UK. Ask for their ARB number and check it free at arb.org.uk. An 'architectural designer' or 'technologist' is a different, unregistered role (often capable, but not the same protection).
Agree how they charge before any work starts (a percentage of the build cost, a fixed fee, or an hourly rate) and exactly which stages it covers (concept design, planning application, building-regulations drawings, work on site), so there are no surprises later.
Confirm what they will actually handle versus what is excluded (the planning application, the building-control drawings, and whether they will administer the builder's contract on site), and get it, and a portfolio of similar projects, in writing.
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Common questions about Architectural Designs
Is Architectural Designs a legitimate business?
Architectural Designs has 34 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Architectural Designs?
Architectural Designs has 34 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Architectural Designs' reviews are genuine?
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Does Architectural Designs turn up to appointments?
TrustATrader's logs show no missed appointments for Architectural Designs in the past 6 months. TrustATrader logs whenever a member misses an agreed appointment, so a clean run is a sign they turn up when they say they will. This is TrustATrader's reliability signal over that period, not a guarantee.
Is Architectural Designs qualified and accredited?
We hold 1 independently sourced credential for Architectural Designs, including Public liability insurance (verified by TrustATrader). Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, Public liability insurance (verified by TrustATrader) is TrustATrader's approved badge: awarded after it vets the trader's identity and background.
How long has Architectural Designs been trading?
Architectural Designs has been reviewed on public sources since 2021.