# Niche Design Architects Niche Design Architects is an architect in Harrogate. Rated 5.0/5 from 16 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: 48 out of 100 (building a public record). The score rests on rated 5.0 from 16 reviews. Independent sources agree they've been operating since at least 2010. That's 16 years, confirmed across 2 separate sources. We 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. ## Summary This RIBA-chartered practice provides a full architectural service to developers, domestic and commercial customers across Yorkshire. Founded by Chris and Cathy Hunt, they have been in continuous operation for 10 years. ([Houzz](https://www.houzz.co.uk/professionals/architects-and-architectural-designers/niche-design-architects-pfvwgb-pf~470223329)) They are known for their exceptional design, expert technical drawing, and knowledge of Planning issues and Building Regulations. The team offers an initial online consultation with no obligation. ([Trust scorecard](https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/niche-design-architects#trust-scorecard)) _From public sources, July 2026._ ## About Niche Design Architects gives developers, domestic and commercial customers across Yorkshire a full and high quality architectural service with a personal touch. The RIBA-chartered practice, in Burley-in-Wharfedale, near Ilkley, was founded five years ago by talented and experienced architects, Chris and Cathy Hunt. They attract wide praise and recommendation for their skill in bringing ambitious projects to fruition. They are known for: *exceptional design *expert technical drawing *knowledge of Planning issues and Building Regulations *their friendly approach Niche Design’s wide-ranging portfolio spans Leeds, Bradford, Skipton, Harrogate, Ilkley, Otley, Keighley, Wetherby, the Yorkshire Dales and beyond. ## Public review evidence (by source) | Source | Average rating | Reviews | | --- | --- | --- | | Houzz | 5.0/5 | 16 | Rated 5.0, above the local average for architects in Harrogate. Across 5 architects in Harrogate, the typical rating is 4.7 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:_ - Architectural Design - Architectural Drawings - Basement Conversion - Basement Design - Building Conservation - Building Design - Custom Build Homes - Eco Homes - Floor Plans - Home Renovation - House Extensions - House Plans ## See their work _Portfolio and gallery links this business publishes. Inspect the source to see what each image represents:_ - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.co.uk/professionals/architects-and-architectural-designers) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/niche_design_architects) - [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/NicheDesignArchitects) ## Awards & recognition - 5× Best of Houzz winner (2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016) ## Verified work history - Planning applications: 1 planning application on the public register (Bradford), 2025 - Specialises in: Balcony / roof terrace (20%), Demolition (20%), Extension (20%), Loft conversion (20%) ## What we checked, and when _What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_ - Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 16 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 for company number 07355211 with operating status active. (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) Full verification checklist: https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/niche-design-architects/checks ## Credentials & sources - Credentials shown: 2 (none currently verifiable) - Companies House status: Active - Website online since 2010 (verified via public domain registry) - Evidence held from: Houzz, ARB, RIBA - Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it. ## 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: 01943 873313 - Website: https://www.nichedesignarchitects.com --- Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/niche-design-architects Real public evidence only: every figure traces to a named source and is cross-checked. 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