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Architecture Unknown Ltd
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Evidence summary
Based in Manchester, this progressive architecture practice focuses on sustainable, client-focused design for home improvements and community projects. As certified Passivhaus Designers, they prioritise environmentally conscious solutions and future-proofed planning for all their clients.
From public sources, July 2026
Trust Score
39out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 19 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 19
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say28.9 of 60
Independent checks4.3 of 30
Track record5.3 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them3.4 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
- Registered company details0 of 5.1
- Photos of their work0 of 4.3
- Industry recognition0.9 of 1.7
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Awards & recognition
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1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Houzz19 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for architects in Manchester
Across 48 architects in Manchester, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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About
We are a young, progressive, Manchester-based architecture practice and progressive spatial facilitators, deeply rooted in sustainable and client focused design. We provide all facets of traditional architectural services, providing back end design support for the shaping of space, creating fun places to live, work and play. This can range from installations in community space to personal Home Improvement. We also facilitate the generation of plans and organisational structure, by providing a public engagement service, creating change in the community. The design ideals that underpin our approach are rooted in the positive possiblities afforded by creating strong relationships with our clients based on mutual respect and listening. Creating open, free and creative dialogue allows us to really tap into what it is that makes our clients tick meaning we get to the nub of the issue leading to the best possible outcomes for everyone involved. Delivering responsive solutions which have a minimal impact on the environment drives the architectural approach and as certified Passivhaus Designers we approach all our designs with the PassivHaus principles in mind. We can also plan your home improvements with future proofing in mind, conscious of the initial up front costs but insuring that any works now will not impinge on future improvements down the line.
Services they list
Accessible DesignArchitectural DesignArchitectural DrawingsBasement ConversionBuilding DesignDesign ConsultationDraftingEco HomesFloor PlansGarage DesignHome RenovationHouse Extensions
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What this business says about itself
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What this business says about itself
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Independent checks
About this business
How long they've really been tradingOperating since at least 2021 (5 years), according to an independent source, not just their own word.
Website online since2016Award-winning since2021
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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 Architecture Unknown Ltd
Is Architecture Unknown Ltd a legitimate business?
Architecture Unknown Ltd has 19 independent public reviews, rated 5 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 Architecture Unknown Ltd?
Architecture Unknown Ltd has 19 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know Architecture Unknown Ltd's reviews are genuine?
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Has Architecture Unknown Ltd won any awards?
Architecture Unknown Ltd holds 1 independent award, including 5× Best of Houzz winner (2026, 2025, 2024, 2022, 2021). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Architecture Unknown Ltd specialise in?
Architecture Unknown Ltd lists specialist services including Accessible Design, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Basement Conversion, Building Design, Design Consultation. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
When was Architecture Unknown Ltd's website registered?
Architecture Unknown Ltd's website has been online since 2016, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.
