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Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd
Planning history
1 public planning application
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Trust Score
57out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 170 reviews across 2 review sources
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume170
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say46.1 of 60
Independent checks6.3 of 30
Track record5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them2.9 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site2.6 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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Planning history1 public planning applicationSee detail →Awards & recognition1 independent awardSee detail →
See the full verification checklist for Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd →Planning history
Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd’s real planning history from public planning applications, showing where they’ve worked and how often schemes were approved. · Active in 2015
planning applications1
approved schemes0
councils worked in1
What they work on
The kinds of project Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd has filed planning applications for.
- Rear extension1
- Extension1
Council experience
- Croydon · 1 application since 2015See planning experience in Croydon
Recent planning applications
- RefusedGround Floor Flat, 14 Meadvale Road, Croydon, CR0 6JUErection of single storey side/rear extension
Independent recognition
Awards & recognition
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From customer reviews
What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“The whole project ran smoothly, and we’re delighted with the final space.” · Checkatrade, 10 Dec 2025
“They took our ideas/needs and turned them into a workable and stylish design.” · Checkatrade, 8 Nov 2025
“They listened to what we wanted, offered thoughtful design options and guided us through the process in the least stressful way possible.” · Checkatrade, 10 Dec 2025
“Elaine was particularly helpful and keeping us updated throughout the process and following up with the planning officer when there was a slight delay on their end.” · Checkatrade, 29 Sept 2025
“They managed everything efficiently, helping us navigate the paperwork and handling many of the formalities, including planning submissions and other red tape.” · Checkatrade, 10 Dec 2025
“They recommended an excellent builder and stayed engaged throughout the building process.” · Checkatrade, 8 Nov 2025
Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade166 reviews · 5.0 avg
- Houzz4 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“We had a great experience with Fluent. They listened to what we wanted, offered thoughtful design options and guided us through the process in the least stressful way possible. They managed everything efficiently, helping us navigate the paperwork and handling many of the formalities, including planning submissions and other red tape. Their recommended builder also did a fantastic job. The whole project ran smoothly, and we’re delighted with the final space.”
“We had the ground floor of our house refurbishment designed by Fluent. They took our ideas/needs and turned them into a workable and stylish design. They recommended an excellent builder and stayed engaged throughout the building process. We thoroughly recommend Fluent for any domestic building design work.”
“We used Fluent for the design of a single story rear extension and garden building. From the initial consultation the team at Fluent have been professional, prompt and easy to deal with. We're very happy with the plans they created for which we've just received planning permission. Elaine was particularly helpful and keeping us updated throughout the process and following up with the planning officer when there was a slight delay on their end.”
Detailed reviews
We had a great experience with Fluent. They listened to what we wanted, offered thoughtful design options and guided us through the process in the least stressful way possible. They managed everything efficiently, helping us navigate the paperwork and handling many of the formalities, including planning submissions and other red tape. Their recommended builder also did a fantastic job. The whole project ran smoothly, and we’re delighted with the final space.
We had the ground floor of our house refurbishment designed by Fluent. They took our ideas/needs and turned them into a workable and stylish design. They recommended an excellent builder and stayed engaged throughout the building process. We thoroughly recommend Fluent for any domestic building design work.
We used Fluent for the design of a single story rear extension and garden building. From the initial consultation the team at Fluent have been professional, prompt and easy to deal with. We're very happy with the plans they created for which we've just received planning permission. Elaine was particularly helpful and keeping us updated throughout the process and following up with the planning officer when there was a slight delay on their end.
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About
Architectural services in Sunbury on Thames, Surrey.
Services they list
3D Architectural ModelsArchitectural DrawingsArchitectural TechnicianPlanning / DesignPlanning ConsultantsTechnical Drawing
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Areas served
Sunbury on ThamesSurrey
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Accreditations it displays. Confirm each is current on the official register before you hire:
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About this business
Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
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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 Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd
Is Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd a legitimate business?
Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd has 170 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5, gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. 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 Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd?
Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd has 170 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5, gathered across 2 review sources. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd's reviews are genuine?
Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd's 170 public reviews are gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. Reviews spread across several review sources are harder to fake than a single polished page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd had recent public reviews?
Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
Has Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd won any awards?
Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd holds 1 independent award, including 2× Best of Houzz winner (2018, 2017). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd specialise in?
Fluent Architectural Design Services Ltd lists specialist services including 3D Architectural Models, Architectural Drawings, Architectural Technician, Planning / Design, Planning Consultants, Technical Drawing. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.