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Studiogötz
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Evidence summary
This RIBA Chartered architectural practice in Birmingham specialises in residential architecture, with a focus on refurbishments, extensions, and the creative reworking of existing homes.
They work closely with clients who value thoughtful design, offering a collaborative service that interprets briefs to create light-filled and spatially engaging homes.
From public sources, July 2026
Trust Score
38out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 32 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume32
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say32.6 of 60
Independent checks4.3 of 30
Track record1.3 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them3.4 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 recognition0.9 of 1.7
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Awards & recognition
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Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Houzz32 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for architects in Birmingham
Across 32 architects in Birmingham, the typical rating is 4.7 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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Public evidence last checked May 2026
About
STUDIOGÖTZ is an RIBA Chartered architectural practice specialising in residential architecture, with a particular focus on refurbishments, extensions and the creative reworking of existing homes. We work closely with clients who value thoughtful design and enjoy being part of the creative process. Our approach combines careful listening with clear architectural thinking, allowing us to interpret briefs rather than simply follow them. By understanding not just what clients want, but why, we uncover opportunities that lead to more generous, light-filled and spatially engaging homes. Much of our work involves transforming existing buildings. We look for latent potential within a house — its structure, proportions, and relationship to light, garden and movement — and develop this through contemporary interventions that are both confident and sensitive to context. Section, orientation and material continuity play a central role in shaping our designs. Clients value our personal, collaborative service and our willingness to explain design decisions clearly throughout the process. Whether working on a modest domestic project or a more complex architectural scheme, our aim is to deliver spaces that are carefully tailored, creatively resolved, and a pleasure to live in.
Services they list
Accessible DesignAnnexe Design & ConstructionArchitectural DesignArchitectural DrawingsBuilding DesignCustom Build HomesDesign ConsultationDraftingFloor PlansHome RenovationHouse ExtensionsHouse Plans
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What this business says about itself
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What this business says about itself
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Accreditations it displays. Confirm each is current on the official register before you hire:
- Chartered Architect (RIBA) · verify (opens in new tab)
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Independent checks
About this business
How long they've really been tradingOperating since at least 2018 (8 years), according to an independent source, not just their own word.
Website online since2017Award-winning since2018
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"Architect" is a title protected by law - only people on the official Architects Register (held by ARB) may use it. Confirm they're on it before you commission a design.
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 Studiogötz
Is Studiogötz a legitimate business?
Studiogötz has 32 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. 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 Studiogötz?
Studiogötz has 32 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 Studiogötz's reviews are genuine?
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Has Studiogötz won any awards?
Studiogötz holds 1 independent award, including 6× Best of Houzz winner (2026, 2024, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Studiogötz specialise in?
Studiogötz lists specialist services including Accessible Design, Annexe Design & Construction, Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Building Design, Custom Build Homes. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
When was Studiogötz's website registered?
Studiogötz's website has been online since 2017, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.
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