# CARL Architect

CARL Architect is an architect in Portsmouth. Rated 5.0/5 from 13 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this trader, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement.

Trust Score: 32 out of 100 (building a public record). The score rests on rated 5.0 from 13 reviews.

Operating since at least 2017 (9 years), according to an independent source, not just their own word.

## Summary
With over 20 years of experience, this architect specialises in designing new homes, extensions, and remodels for families across Hampshire. They provide a structured approach to planning, building regulations, and engineer coordination to help transform living spaces. ([Houzz](https://www.houzz.co.uk/professionals/architects-and-architectural-designers/carl-architect-pfvwgb-pf~2082281381), [Their website](http://www.carlarchitect.co.uk))

Clients can utilise a free 45-minute online design workshop to explore feasibility and costs before committing to construction. The practice has completed over 300 planning and building approvals in the past three years. ([Trust scorecard](https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/carl-architect#trust-scorecard), [Houzz](https://www.houzz.co.uk/professionals/architects-and-architectural-designers/carl-architect-pfvwgb-pf~2082281381))

_From public sources, July 2026._

## About
I’m Carl, an architect with 20+ years of experience designing new homes, extensions, and remodels for busy families across Hampshire. I’ve built my practice around one clear idea: great design should feel structured, personal, and easy to understand. I don’t just design buildings - I help people like you transform how they live. If your house isn’t working for you, an awkward layout, dark rooms or poor flow I can help you reimagine it as a light-filled, welcoming home that feels effortless to live in. ✅ Not sure what’s possible? I’ll help you find out. Try my free Design Vision Workshop - a 45-minute Zoom session where I sketch live over estate agent plans or a quick layout of your home. I’ll show you what’s feasible, how to approach it, and what it might cost all before you speak to a builder. It’s like a test drive for your future home. ✅ Clarity before commitment. Confidence before construction. You’ll see your ideas in 3D and even walk through the space in virtual reality before a brick is laid. I take care of planning, building regs, and engineer coordination. I’ll even help you get quotes and compare builders if needed. With over 300 planning and building approvals in the past three years, I bring structure, clarity, and calm to what can otherwise feel like a daunting process. You’ll stay in control, and I’ll guide you every step of the way.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Houzz | 5.0/5 | 13 |

Rated 5.0, above the local average for architects in Portsmouth. Across 28 architects in Portsmouth, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

## Trades
Architect, Builder

## Services they list
_Listed on public sources or the business's own website; check directly that they cover your job before you book:_
- Annexe Design & Construction
- Architectural Design
- Architectural Drawings
- Basement Conversion
- Basement Design
- Boot Room Design
- Building Conservation
- Building Design
- Complete Kitchen Renovation
- Custom Build Homes
- Design Consultation
- Eco Homes

## See their work
_Portfolio and gallery links this business publishes. Inspect the source to see what each image represents:_
- [Photo gallery](https://carlarchitect.co.uk/new/portfolio/)
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.co.uk/professionals/architects-and-architectural-designers)
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/carlarchitectltd)
- [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.co.uk/carl_architect)

## Awards & recognition
- 3× Best of Houzz winner (2025, 2018, 2017)

## What we checked, and when
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 13 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 public listing for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data with operating status unknown. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Website: MyTrustedTraders shows a public website for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)

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## Credentials & sources
- Credentials shown: 0
- Companies House status: Unknown
- Website online since 2015 (verified via public domain registry)
- Evidence held from: Houzz
- Public evidence last checked May 2026

## Before you hire an architect
_What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_
- Only 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.
- Ask to see a portfolio of completed work like yours, plus recent references you can contact.
- Check the credentials and registrations that matter for this work, and that they are current.

## Contact
- Phone: 023 9343 0009
- Website: http://www.carlarchitect.co.uk

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