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Sma Studio Barnet Ltd

ArchitectBarnet5.06 reviews · 1 independent public source
Planning history
5 public planning applications
Trust Score
30out of 100
Building a public record
  • Rated 5.0 from 6 reviews
  • Reviewed 5 months ago

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How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 6
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet

How this score is made up

What customers say22.2 of 60
Independent checks2.9 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 site0 of 5.1
  • Registered company details0 of 5.1
  • Photos of their work0 of 4.3
  • Industry recognition0 of 1.7
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Planning history

Sma Studio Barnet Ltd’s real planning history from public planning applications, showing where they’ve worked and how often schemes were approved. · Active 2023–2026

planning applications5
approved schemes2
councils worked in4

What they work on

The kinds of project Sma Studio Barnet Ltd has filed planning applications for.

  • Loft conversion2
  • Rear extension1
  • Side extension1
  • Extension3
  • Porch1
  • Roof / fenestration2

Where they’ve worked

Each pin is a planning application, coloured by the council decision we found.

Council experience

Recent planning applications

  • No decision183 Western Road Southall UB2 5HRRoof extension to rear (main) roof slope; part rear roof extension to rear outrigger roof slope and installation of two roof lights to the front and one to the side roofslopeEaling · 2026 · UB2 5HR
  • No decision16 Rosebank Avenue, Wembley, HA0 2TWCertificate of lawfulness for proposed rear dormer extension, 2x front rooflights and replacement of rear elevation door and window with a window to the dwellinghouse.Brent · 2026 · HA0 2TW
  • Approved10 Mayfields, Wembley, HA9 9PSRetention of external render and proposed white paint to render to dwellinghouse (Revised Description)Brent · 2025 · HA9 9PS
  • Approved54 Station Road, Orpington, BR6 0SADetails submitted to comply with the requirements of the following conditions relating to planning permission 20/00946/FULL1:Condition 7 - Piling Method Statement.Condition 10 - Noise Impact AssessmentCondition 14 - Arrangements for the car club Condition 15 - Details of the means of privacy screening for all balconiesCondition 17 - Details of artificial bird nesting bricksBromley · 2024 · BR6 0SA
  • Refused28 Hopton Road London SW16 2EJConversion of the existing 2 self-contained flats into 5 self-contained flats, involving the erection of a part double part single storey side extension; rear single storey extension; rear dormer roof extension; and, enlargement of the front porch, together with associated bin and cycle store and private terraces.Lambeth · 2023 · SW16 2EJ

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From customer reviews

What customers consistently say

Recurring themes from 5 customer reviews on Checkatrade.

Quality of the workQuoted from 3 reviews

“His in-depth knowledge of the planning process, local authority requirements, and development strategy has been invaluable to the success of our projects.” · Checkatrade, 23 Feb 2026

“They delivered a brilliant design and managed to secure planning permission against a very tight deadline.” · Checkatrade, 20 Feb 2026

“His in-depth knowledge of the planning process, local authority requirements, and development strategy has been invaluable to the success of our projects.” · Checkatrade, 23 Feb 2001

Reliable and punctualQuoted from 2 reviews

“They delivered a brilliant design and managed to secure planning permission against a very tight deadline.” · Checkatrade, 20 Feb 2026

“They delivered a brilliant design and managed to secure planning permission against a very tight deadline. Professional, efficient, and highly recommended for anyone facing a challenging timescale.” · Checkatrade, 20 Feb 2001

Reviews · public evidence

What customers say

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5.0out of 5
6 reviews in public evidenceMost recent review
Customers often mention
  • ProfessionalMentioned in 60% of reviews we've read
  • Fast & efficientMentioned in 40% of reviews we've read
  • Quality of workMentioned in 40% of reviews we've read
Where these reviews are published
  • Checkatrade6 reviews

Highlights

“We have been working with Fadi from SMA Studio Barnet for a number of years across multiple sites, and our experience has consistently been excellent. Fadi has successfully secured planning permission for a range of projects including new builds, extensions, and conversions. His in-depth knowledge of the planning process, local authority requirements, and development strategy has been invaluable to the success of our projects. He approaches every scheme with professionalism, clarity, and strong attention to detail.”

AnonymousCheckatrade5.0 rating

“Excellent experience with the team. They delivered a brilliant design and managed to secure planning permission against a very tight deadline. Professional, efficient, and highly recommended for anyone facing a challenging timescale.”

AnonymousCheckatrade5.0 rating

“I worked with Fadi and SMA Studio on our HMO conversion in Greenford, and we couldn’t be happier with the service they provided. They led the project from start to finish, delivering detailed and professional technical drawings that met all requirements. What really stood out was how they went above and beyond in preparing the interior design, offering thoughtful ideas and practical solutions that truly enhanced the final result. Fadi and his team were responsive, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with throughout the process. We would highly recommend SMA Studio and Fadi’s team to anyone”

AnonymousCheckatrade5.0 rating

Detailed reviews

These are the individual reviews we hold for Sma Studio Barnet Ltd, including the highlights above. The 6 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.

Anonymous5.0 / 5 ·

We have been working with Fadi from SMA Studio Barnet for a number of years across multiple sites, and our experience has consistently been excellent. Fadi has successfully secured planning permission for a range of projects including new builds, extensions, and conversions. His in-depth knowledge of the planning process, local authority requirements, and development strategy has been invaluable to the success of our projects. He approaches every scheme with professionalism, clarity, and strong attention to detail.

Checkatrade
Anonymous5.0 / 5 ·

Excellent experience with the team. They delivered a brilliant design and managed to secure planning permission against a very tight deadline. Professional, efficient, and highly recommended for anyone facing a challenging timescale.

Checkatrade
Anonymous5.0 / 5

I worked with Fadi and SMA Studio on our HMO conversion in Greenford, and we couldn’t be happier with the service they provided. They led the project from start to finish, delivering detailed and professional technical drawings that met all requirements. What really stood out was how they went above and beyond in preparing the interior design, offering thoughtful ideas and practical solutions that truly enhanced the final result. Fadi and his team were responsive, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with throughout the process. We would highly recommend SMA Studio and Fadi’s team to anyone

Local context

Rated 5.0, above the local average for architects in Barnet

Across 11 architects in Barnet, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

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Is Sma Studio Barnet Ltd a legitimate business?

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What do customers say about Sma Studio Barnet Ltd?

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