# Design Spec Ltd Design Spec Ltd is an architect in St. Albans Hertfordshire. Rated 4.9/5 from 82 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. No Trust Score yet: not enough public evidence held to score this business. 4 reviews in the last 12 months. ## Summary Design Spec Ltd provides architectural services for property owners in London and the Home Counties, covering planning, building control, and design. They carry professional indemnity insurance and assist with technical drawings, SAPs, and EPCs. ([TrustATrader](https://www.trustatrader.com/traders/design-spec-ltd-architectural-services-enfield), [Trust scorecard](https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/design-spec-ltd-architectural-services-enfield#trust-scorecard)) Customers describe the team as "professional, attentive, and always willing to go the extra mile" and note that they "took all the worry out of preparing for our extension". Clients appreciate their clear communication and dedication throughout the design process. ([TrustATrader](https://www.trustatrader.com/traders/design-spec-ltd-architectural-services-enfield), [Reviews](https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/design-spec-ltd-architectural-services-enfield#reviews)) _From public sources, July 2026._ ## About Join the #ArchitecturalRevolution here at Design Spec Ltd. We believe in three key solutions for property owners: • Fixed Fee... ## Public review evidence (by source) | Source | Average rating | Reviews | | --- | --- | --- | | TrustATrader | 4.9/5 | 82 | Most recent review: 4 months ago. ## What customers consistently say _Recurring strength themes from this trader's own reviews, each with a verbatim quote:_ - **Clear communication** (Quoted from 2 reviews): "Her hard work, attention to detail, and excellent communication made the whole process smooth and stress‑free." · TrustATrader, 24 Apr 2026 ## In customers' own words _Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_ > "Lauren has been fantastic throughout the project, professional, supportive, and incredibly easy to work with. Her hard work, attention to detail, and excellent communication made the whole process smooth and stress‑free. I’m very grateful for her dedication and highly recommend her." > Source: Rrahman Hupi (5.0, via TrustATrader) > "I’ve recently worked with Design Spec LTD on designing the extensions and refurbishment for my new house, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, the service and support have been excellent. The team were professional, attentive, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything was moving in the right direction. Their attention to detail and clear communication made the entire process smooth and stress‑free. I’m extremely pleased with the outcome and would highly recommend Design Spec LTD to anyone looking for quality architectural services." > Source: Joe Atkins (5.0, via TrustATrader) > "The work is not finished yet buy so far they are excellent. This company is wonderful, they took all the worry out of preparing for our extension and the redesigning of our kitchen and bathroom. They organised everything for us - planning, building control and design. The recommended builders and kitchen/bathroom designers and full fitting. Design Spec did everything we asked for without any hesitation. I would highly recommend Design Spec, especially Lauren who was very professional and extremely helpful." > Source: Michelle (5.0, via TrustATrader) ## Trades Architect ## See their work _Portfolio and gallery links this business publishes. Inspect the source to see what each image represents:_ - [Photo gallery](https://www.designspec.co.uk/projects) - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.co.uk/professionals/architects-and-building-designers) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/designspecltd) ## Verified & regulated status - TrustATrader records no missed appointments in the past 6 months - TrustATrader lists insurance with Hiscox Insurance Company Ltd, verified 30 Jun 2025 ## What we checked, and when _What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_ - Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 82 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. 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(via MyTrustedTraders public listing) Full verification checklist: https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/design-spec-ltd-architectural-services-enfield/checks ## Credentials & sources - Credentials shown: 1 (none currently verifiable) - Companies House status: Unknown - Evidence held from: TrustATrader, Public liability insurance (verified by TrustATrader) - Public evidence last checked May 2026 ## What this business says about itself _Self-declared on the trader's own website, not independently verified:_ - Areas served: Essex - VAT number they state: GB 273445494 (check on the HMRC VAT checker: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-vat-number) ## 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: 01727 627211 - Website: https://www.designspec.co.uk --- Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/design-spec-ltd-architectural-services-enfield Real public evidence only: every figure traces to a named source, with evidence held from 2 named public sources. 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