Public evidence profile

Helyer Davies Architects

ArchitectChichester5.034 reviews · 1 independent public source
Credentials & registries
2 credentials shown
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Companies House
Active incorporated business

Evidence summary

Based in Chichester, this architectural practice specialises in residential projects ranging from contemporary installations and new build houses to historic restorations. They have been operating since 2003.

The team works closely with clients from inception to completion, focusing on bespoke solutions and maintaining a methodical design process. They pride themselves on excellent client relationships, which is reflected in their high percentage of repeat clients.

From public sources, July 2026

Trust Score
53out of 100
Good record, gaps to check
  • Rated 5.0 from 34 reviews
  • 2 credentials shown

Worth checking: Architects Register

How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume34
Independent sources1 independent public source
Credentials2 credentials shown

How this score is made up

What customers say33.1 of 60
Independent checks13.9 of 30
Track record6.3 of 10
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  • Licences and credentials4.5 of 10.3
  • Ways to reach them3.4 of 3.4
  • Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
  • Registered company details5.1 of 5.1
  • Photos of their work0 of 4.3
  • Industry recognition0.9 of 1.7

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What we can verify about Helyer Davies Architects

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Credentials and associations

Credentials and memberships

2

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Independent recognition

Awards & recognition

6× Best of Houzz winner (2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021)

Best of Houzz is an annual award from the home-renovation platform Houzz, given to the professionals its community rates most highly for design or customer service.

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Companies House registration

Active incorporated business

Active

Helyer Davies Architects is linked to a Companies House entry. This shows the business registration, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.

Legal nameHelyer Davies Architects
Company number04917983
Incorporated
Registered activityArchitectural activities
Official checkOn the public register

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Reviews · public evidence

What customers say

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5.0out of 5
34 reviews in public evidence
Where these reviews are published
  • Houzz34 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context

Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for architects in Chichester

Across 9 architects in Chichester, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

Sources

Where this information comes from

4 named public sources

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About

Helyer Davies Architects is an award winning architectural practice offering a wide range of services, from design concept through to project completion. We specialise in residential projects ranging from contemporary installations and new build houses to historic restorations. Working closely with clients from inception to completion, in order to deliver outstanding results that are succinctly tailored to their needs. Every project is unique and we are committed to creating bespoke solutions that respond creatively to each project’s specific requirements. When working on a project we believe that good architecture is only created through a close dialogue between client and architect. Our design process is methodical but instinctive, based on architectural and technology driven ideas. We work hard to ensure our projects are consistently delivered on time and on budget. We also pride ourselves on our excellent client relationships, this is illustrated by our high percentage of repeat clients.

Services they list

3D RenderingAccessible DesignArchitectural DesignArchitectural DrawingsBasement ConversionBasement DesignBathroom DesignBuilding ConservationBuilding DesignCustom Build HomesDesign ConsultationDrafting

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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 tradingIndependent sources agree they've been operating since at least 2003. That's 23 years, confirmed across 2 separate sources.
Company registered2003They say, established2003Website online since2012Award-winning since2021
A real, registered businessWe cross-checked Companies House: this business is officially registered for work that matches the architect services it advertises - independent confirmation it's a genuine business set up to do this kind of work, not just a directory entry.
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What to check before you hire

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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 Helyer Davies Architects

Is Helyer Davies Architects a legitimate business?

Helyer Davies Architects has 34 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. 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 Helyer Davies Architects?

Helyer Davies Architects has 34 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 Helyer Davies Architects' reviews are genuine?

Helyer Davies Architects' 34 public reviews come from a named public review source. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show the review source information and aggregate rating we hold rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.

Is Helyer Davies Architects qualified and accredited?

We hold 2 independently sourced credentials for Helyer Davies Architects, including Architects Registration Board, RIBA. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, Architects Registration Board is the Architects Registration Board: by law you must be ARB-registered to call yourself an architect in the UK.

Has Helyer Davies Architects won any awards?

Helyer Davies Architects holds 1 independent award, including 6× Best of Houzz winner (2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.

Is Helyer Davies Architects a registered business?

Helyer Davies Architects is a registered business on Companies House (company number 04917983), incorporated 1 Oct 2003, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.

What does Helyer Davies Architects specialise in?

Helyer Davies Architects lists specialist services including 3D Rendering, Accessible Design, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Basement Conversion, Basement Design. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.

When was Helyer Davies Architects' website registered?

Helyer Davies Architects' website has been online since 2012, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.

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