Patience Designs Studio Ltd

Sam project managed the renovation of our new home, which included removing a wall, installing new flooring, wallpapering, painting, lighting design, plumbing, a new kitchen, and extensive bespoke joinery. He was exceptional—not only as a project manager but also as a designer. I’ve completed renovations before and worked with another project manager, but this was by far the smoothest experience we’ve ever had. Renovating your home is a significant and deeply personal undertaking, yet Sam made the entire process feel seamless. He is an efficient and competent project manager. He ran a thorough procurement process with a clearly defined scope, ensuring everyone understood exactly what was expected. He kept me in the loop, but didn’t involve me unnecessarily. For example, if an issue was minor and easily resolved, he dealt with it efficiently without unnecessary disruption; if it was more significant, he kept me informed and involved. He was also consistently on site, providing regular oversight and ensuring everything stayed on track. His attention to detail is second to none. He identified more snagging issues than I did and held every contractor to a high standard. Nothing was overlooked, and he was relentless in making sure the finished product met the quality it should. As a designer, Sam took my vision and elevated it. He created a home that feels cohesive, thoughtful, and beautifully finished. Rather than overwhelming me with endless options, he carefully curated ideas and samples, making decisions enjoyable and straightforward. Most importantly, I always felt Sam was representing my interests. He was honest, transparent, and never accepted poor workmanship. I’ve had previous experiences of being told, “It’s meant to be like that,” when it clearly wasn’t. Sam would always investigate thoroughly, research if necessary, and make sure everything was done properly. He earned my complete trust, and that’s invaluable when it’s your home. He also saved us a considerable amount of money. Rather than replacing our entire kitchen, I hoped we could clad the existing cabinetry. Sam sourced a fantastic online company that supplied oak doors. Without his expertise, I would never have had the confidence to navigate an online store, and wouldn’t know how to pick the oak finish. However he facilitated the whole thing. The end result looks phenomenal at a fraction of the cost of a new kitchen. I genuinely couldn’t recommend Sam more highly. If I ever renovate again, he’ll be my first call. Thank you, Sam—you’ve been outstanding.

We have had the pleasure of working with Patience Design Studio on several projects and would highly recommend their services. Sam is an exceptionally hardworking and dedicated designer who genuinely cares about every project he is involved in. His designs are always thoughtful, creative, and beautifully executed, helping to transform clients' ideas into outstanding spaces. What sets Sam apart is not only the quality of his design work but also the support he provides throughout the construction process. His attention to detail, responsiveness, and willingness to assist during the build stage make a real difference and help ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish. It is always a pleasure collaborating with Patience Design Studio, and we would not hesitate to recommend Sam to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and reliable interior designer. — PMB Construction (UK) Ltd

Last year, we renovated our home, and I reached out to Sam Patience based on a friend’s recommendation. And I'm so glad I did! Sam did an excellent job, from designing the project, to organizing the spaces, managing the bidding process to find a reliable contractor, and overseeing the supply of materials. Sam is extremely attentive and had a real talent for understanding my family’s taste, offering solutions that perfectly matched our wishes. I truly appreciated his eye for details and the thoughtful touches he added, which made the rooms much more interesting. The lighting choices, for example, really gave everything an extra flair! Sam and Nikki were also very quick to respond to our questions and consistently demonstrated professionalism and reliability. Working with them has been an absolute pleasure!

Patience Designs designed and managed from scratch the renovation of our 3 (now 5) bedroom house in London. The project took around 14 months in total, including 11 months of contractors on site. Sam was responsive and helpful throughout, managing things like planning, architecture, sourcing of the main and other contractors, purchasing of materials, advising on fittings and design, producing plans for specific elements ad hoc when required, and taking overall charge of the project. He would typically visit the site to check progress once or twice per week and remained in constant communication with the contractor(s) to ensure everything ran smoothly. The process was as stress free as it can be and we are very happy with the result - you would be lucky to find Patience Designs for your project.

I am very happy to recommend Patience Designs studio. Sam Patience has been excellent in project managing the refurbishment of my new flat. Very conscientious and imaginative he has been invaluable in ensuring that the flat has turned out so well. Very creative in solving problems and knowing the right craftsmen, carpenters, builders etc, he has made the whole process remarkably smooth. It has been a pleasure to work with Sam and with Nikki.

I’ve been working with Sam for almost a year, and the experience has been exceptional. He is incredibly responsive and consistently brings thoughtful, creative ideas that have elevated the design far beyond what I originally imagined. Beyond the design work, his project management has been invaluable - he communicates directly with contractors, keeps the schedule on track, and navigates all the moving parts with impressive professionalism. He also handled the process of securing planning permissions, which isn’t easy given that we are in a conservation area, and this certainly removed a huge amount of stress from my side. What truly sets him apart is his willingness to go the extra mile. He proactively helped source vendors and provide support for rooms that weren’t even part of the initial remit, simply because he wanted the whole home to come together beautifully. His dedication, attention to detail, and genuine care for the project have made this a seamless and enjoyable experience. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough!

We recently worked with Sam to project manage the refurbishment of our apartment and we honestly couldn’t have done it without him! From start to finish Sam was absolutely fantastic - reliable, friendly, knowledgeable, and patient throughout the entire process. He’s super thoughtful and creative with a sharp eye for design that brought our ideas to life in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Sam was well organized and his communication was amazing – he always responded super fast, keeping us informed every step of the way. Whenever we encountered issues (as you inevitably do with any renovation) he was brilliant at coming up with effective solutions that took a lot of the pressure off us. One of the highlights of working with Sam was his use of virtual reality designs. Being able to visualise the space before making decisions was a total game changer and it made the entire process so much smoother. Sam is also just such a pleasure to talk with – easygoing yet professional. He made the whole experience enjoyable and less stressful - we couldn’t recommend him highly enough. Thank you Sam for helping us create a home we absolutely love!

Today is your lucky day, as you’ve just found Sam! Having just finished a project with him, I can honestly say you won’t find a better project manager and overall designer for your project than him. Our 1-year full house renovation was on time and on budget, and it was an absolutely incredible experience from start to finish because we had Sam taking care of every single detail meticulously; From designing the spaces and managing all the contractors, to always having time to sit with us, hearing patiently our ideas and… making them happen with a smile! His service even included interior design and furniture purchasing which was extremely helpful. Really nothing seems to be out of scope with Sam, and it really has been an absolute pleasure working with him. So if you want a project that’s stress free, on time, on budget, and with a stunning result, look no further - Sam’s your guy!

We worked with Sam on refurbishing our new family home in London. Sam coordinated the design and all the project management which included sourcing contractors, managing contracts, work scopes, budgets, schedules, necessary permissions, as well as sourcing and procuring everything. Sam literally guided us through the project. He helped us go from a vague idea to a functional and beautiful home for our family. Everything we hoped for! We had a great personal connection with Sam. It was critical when going through the design process and dealing with design/budget/schedule tradeoffs, which are inherent for such project. I also can't speak highly enough of Sam's professional ethics. He was able to find solution to every problem and ultimately bring the whole project to completion.

Very knowledgeable and experienced designer. Hope to work with him soon. Highly recommended.

Sam Patience lead our refurbishment project in North London. He owned the work end to end: design, sourcing a contractor, procurement and decor. To be honest, we couldn't do it without him. He added endless value and freed our time to focus on our daily commitments. - The design work was collaborative and we felt we get the right advice for our needs. - He scoped the work activity by activity which made it easier to prioritise our budget - We sourced a great contractor which Sam managed on a daily level - Based on our budget, he recommended relevant stores and managed the procurement process incl. delivery arrangements - Towards the end, he helped with last design/snagging decisions The outcome was beautiful and functional flat - we are super happy! Overall, Sam is highly professional, passionate about his work and patient (;-)) with his customers. Highly Recommended!

I've known Sam for two years now and he helped us through the whole design and build project for our renovation. I can wholeheartedly say that he is such a gem of a person, so honest and caring and, most importantly, trustworthy. Going through any building project can be so daunting but Sam just held our hand through the whole process, giving his honest opinion and looking out for our best interest. He is excellent at finding money saving tips without compromising the design element. Walking through my house, I can't believe the transformation, and it's so lovely to be back in our space again. Thanks to Sam we now have a beautiful house and through this journey he has become very close to us, like a son. I can't thank Sam enough.

Sam and Jamie worked with us to redesign the ground floor of our house. They quickly understood our style and provided brilliant suggestions and advice. This advice ranged from the realisation of big stylistic ideas right through to far more functional ideas and insight - many of the smaller details have made a real difference to our experience of living here. With finely tuned artistic vision, Sam and Jamie provided nuanced designs that reflected our wishes perfectly. They gave us the confidence to go with a bold colour-palette and worked closely with us to understand how each space would be used in order to optimise comfort and functionality whilst retaining the desired style. Sam and Jamie are really passionate about design and genuinely seemed as excited about the designs and the progress of the project as we did! It was lovely to feel that they were invested in the outcomes - they skilfully worked within our budget and were a constant source of completely workable solutions. Their extensive experience in design and detailed knowledge of suppliers meant that we felt supported in every aspect of the project.

Sam has helped me in renovation of 3 flats,I have gone back to him because he listens to my ideas and incorporates them into his designs, so that I really felt like the designs were a collaboration. He is very organised and structured, so I’m always clear what he needs from me and what to expect next. And of course he designs beautiful spaces well within budget, with a lot of creativity and knowledge. Procurement service that he offers is very useful which means one less thing for me to worry about and he passes all the discounts. I recommend him with no hesitation as he is reliable and very patient as well as being professional.

Sam and Jamie excelled on this project. We have three children and work full time jobs so nothing happens in our household without help. Sam and Jamie provided their support in spades (and beyond their direct scope). They were highly professional and adept at working within COVID limitations. They delivered an exceptional outcome, in a short time period. We asked that they decorate a plain new build (white walls, beige carpet) 4 bedroom mid-terrace. The space is is now light, airy and has multiple living zones. It is a delight to be in-critical for lock-down. Our input was sought in defined chunks throughout the design process so it was not intrusive or onerous. Jamie used Virtual Reality software to show how designs would look. This accelerated the process and provided us with a high degree of confidence that we were making the right decisions. This was a key differentiator for us. We focus on sustainability in our work and lives and extended this challenge to Sam and Jamie. They embraced this without compromising the end result (e.g. re-using existing items; sourcing 2nd hand items or sustainably sourced items and even low VOC paint. Their level of energy and engagement was outstanding; they have high attention to detail and ensured a high quality outcome that far exceeded our expectations. They even impressed our kids; who kept asking when Sam and Jamie are coming back! The outcome is summarized by the word that my wife and I uttered when completed... "WOW!"

My wife and I found Sam Patience on the internet and hired him to design and supervise a renovation of our 1970’s house, from start to finish. The project included the full re-design of our study, two bedrooms, guest cloakroom, and entry hall as well as improvements to other rooms throughout the house. The work involved new desks, shelves, cupboards, and lighting, all of which had to be designed with a view to maximizing the use of limited space. Sam did a superb job in every respect. Throughout the project, he was careful and attentive, always listening to our preferences and concerns, and communicating very clearly. We were impressed not only by his creativity and aesthetic sense but also by his ability to suggest design options and materials that we had not even considered. His attention to detail was meticulous, no matter how much effort was required. He was absolutely professional in all his dealing with us, with suppliers, with contractors, and with craftsmen. With Sam’s help, we now have a streamlined modern house that is more comfortable, more beautiful, and more functional.

Sam worked with us on the remodelling of our kitchen. He was great! He helped us to work out the colour, texture and best use of our existing space. He was very personable and approachable and as the name says, patient. As a couple, we sometimes had crazy and opposing ideas. He was able to make sense of that, keep a balanced view, and incorporate those ideas into a beautiful design for us. We were so impressed with him, his work ethic and have also enjoyed his sense of humour and great style. We're hoping to have him design our living room next. We would highly recommend Sam and Patience Design.

We have had an absolutely brilliant experience working with Sam on the design and finish of our brand new Jiujitsu academy - Pure Jiujitsu. Sam is so approachable and patient in his approach in getting to hear our needs at the same time as keeping our expectations of the financial side very much in line with the actual pricings. We will be continuing to work with Patience Designs for future projects and are already planning our next! Thank you so much Sam for being so easy to work with and for your wonderful eye for design and ability to help us visualise your concept before it was able to be presented properly to us in the space.

We had some definite ideas on renovating our Victorian house and Sam has been the ideal design partner in this project. He is knowledgeable about both design trends and about what works. He is a good listener and tactful. He listened carefully to us and helped us figure out what was achievable and what wasn’t, what really mattered to us and what ideas we could discard. He provided endless advice and input, using helpful 3D renders to assist us in envisaging our proposals and patiently helping us refine our ideas, coping calmly as when we changed our minds entirely about some things. He has lots of knowledge and good ideas but never sought to impose his ideas over ours. So we still feel our house is our creation but we would not have managed the renovation so well without Sam’s guidance and input.

It is pleasure to work with Patience Designs team. We recommend them to those who value functionality and smart ergonomics. The project we've done with them was one of the most functional we've made so far. Five elements in one: Media Unit, Bookcase, Display, Wall bed, functional storage, and wardrobe. More to that - it looks absolutely great. Good team to work with as they do their job well. We do recommend them.

I found Sam through a personal recommendation, having seen some of his other work which I loved. I had already begun a complex ground floor rear extension and loft conversion, so Sam had the difficult task of coming up with ideas for composition and layout, all in a tight timeframe due to the build already progressing quickly. Having now completed my development, I can say Sam has far exceeded my expectations and I would unreservedly recommend him. My only regret is that I didn't ask for his help earlier in the build. I never intended to have an interior designer, as thought I had a clear design vision, but Sam changed my perception of what a designer brings. His approach was holistic, from thinking about how to use the space and suggesting design features through to textures and colours to bring it to life. Sam never pushed too hard in one direction and provided illustrations and source material to guide my thinking. He always worked within my budget and actually found ways to achieve a result beyond my expectations, for less money. I completely trusted Sam to alter designs to better use our space. Some examples of his influence are: - I planned to have a separate utility room next to the kitchen, but Sam cleverly incorporated the washing machine, dryer and clothes hanging space within the kitchen units to create clean lines and a much more open feel in the kitchen/diner. - Sam changed the island dimensions to create more balanced working spaces and walkways. - Sam changed the direction of door hanging to ensure maximum feeling of space and completely designed the lighting scheme. He also assisted on floor choice (we went with engineered oak) to provide a more luxurious feel and prepare for the 2nd fix. Overall, I am delighted with his work and will absolutely use him again on my next project.

We would wholeheartedly recommend Sam to anyone! We wanted a ground floor kitchen extension - a big project for us - and were concerned about getting the result we wanted, so needed an experienced design and project manager. Sam helped us to design and choose everything - the kitchen units, paint colours, the flooring, furniture and designed the bespoke cupboards. Sam was only interested in getting the best options for us. When we had chosen something he still researched better options based on his previous experience. For example, he found a better quality and looking flooring option, also when we decided at short notice to have a downdraft extractor he spent time researching and sourcing the quietist and cheapest option. Even after we had paid his final bill he still chased some outstanding items for us without being asked. We didn’t end up with the result we originally intended, we ended up with something much better thanks to Sam. We are very happy with it!

I asked Sam to resdesign my very tired, impractical and small kitchen in my flat. I needed him to find a good builder, and to source all the fixtures and fittings. Throughout the process Sam has been very thorough and organised, full of good ideas, but respectful of my own, and always available to talk through any issues. The kitchen is now finished, and I am delighted with the result.

We worked with Sam from Patience Designs for the complete renovation of our house. He was extremely reliable and always made himself available. We felt he thoroughly listened to our wishes and requirements and incorporated them to create the ideal living space for our needs. His use of 3D renders assisted us greatly in the process. Sam sourced and managed contractors for us at every stage of the refurbishment including structural. He designed every room including the kitchen, driveway and elements of the garden design. We benefited from his invaluable advice and much time spent on researching, choosing and sourcing virtually every item in the house including, flooring, lighting, furniture etc., handling all parts of the process in making sure that everything was up to standard (Sam’s are high!). It was an absolute pleasure to work with Sam in this project.

We are currently completing a large project with Sam . I can highly recommend him to anyone wanting to achieve perfection in every detail ! He’s been extremely helpful in project managing the whole process from start to finish ! It was pleasure .

We have used Sam's company last year. Sam helped us design our new home including reupholstering sofas and chairs, colour coordinating, designing wardrobes with LEDs, framing photos, choosing wood floor and providing general design advice. I find that Sam has both practical and lovely ideas and a very good design sense. Sam is friendly, always available, on time and always tries to work on budget. Sam also uses 3D design software which really helps understanding how everything fits together. I would highly recommend him for his original ideas, his trustworthiness but also for the fact that he always tries to accommodate his design suggestions with the clients own personal taste and budget. Sam is a serious young professional who deserves to be successful.

Having worked with Patience Designs on numerous projects we have found Sam's professionalism, expertise and quality of work second to none. Sam's fine attention to detail and modern interior designs gives a contemporary cutting edge for all his clients. We would gladly give Patience Designs our highest recommendation!

Sam has transformed what was a tired and dated mansion flat into an ultra-modern living space which we love. The project involved a complete renovation and implementing a home automation system to run lighting, heating and digital music system in every room. His attention to detail and design aesthetics is remarkable. In every room and space in the house Sam took my vague ideas and developed them into practical, workable solutions which look stunning. In completing the renovation, Sam dealt with a wide range of contractors and suppliers, some of which proved to be very challenging. Sam managed the logistics and project flow brilliantly and was on site and in communication each and every day - problem solving, adapting, and making adjustments to ensure that everything progressed smoothly. The results speak for themselves and I could not have chosen a better designer. I recommend him warmly and hope you are lucky enough to secure his services.

I found Sam following reading his excellent reviews on Houzz. After an initial design consultation, Sam made clear his creative ideas and practical solutions to help us renovate our family home in Dollis Hill. We went through an initial design period with Sam, helping make clear between ourselves, Sam and the contractors what we were going to achieve. Houzz boards were used to help curate the design and ease the decision making. Sam made all purchasing for us, helping us with his trade discounts along the way which were vital in keeping the budget manageable. We had our contractors already in place from previous experience, but used Sam’s project management skills to help us oversee the project, and allow us to focus on our own work during what can be a stressful period otherwise. Sam went above and beyond during the install process, often getting stuck in himself! He always made himself available no matter what the time or day. I have since commissioned Sam to help design an office space for my company and have already begun consultation with Sam in regards to exterior work and an extension to our beautiful home. We all love our family home, it really feels like ours now!

Sam Patience was a pleasure to work with. I knew I wanted to redecorate our living/dining room but was unsure where to start. When Sam visited my house he came up with several solutions to problems I had in the room. Sam also listened to what I wanted and incorporated my wishes with his designs. He always responded to my texts and emails when I had questions. Sam was able to source both materials and tradesmen when I needed them. I love my new room and I would highly recommend Sam.

Sam has worked for me on various projects during the last 4 years from Night clubs, to promotional artworks to high end residential properties. He has always been professional, hard working, loyal, and happy to get involved in things even when they've required long painful hours. He's got a good eye and understands how things are made. I'll continue to use him and would be happy to recommend his work.

I found Sam at Patience Designs through the houzz website. I was looking for someone who could help me with my apartment refurb, with a vision to go for a contemporary, chic style design. I really liked the photos of Sam's previous projects and so met him at my apartment. He was instantly very warm, and I knew he would be someone I could trust on the project. He then came up with several designs and suggestions; some I liked a lot, some not so much. However, together we were able to brainstorm and make decisions collectively and that was the best thing about Sam - however many times I changed my mind about something, nothing ever was a problem for him. Sam is a great designer, who I would recommend anyone to work with on their projects. He is efficient and works within your deadlines and budgets; he is very amenable and pleasant to deal with; and above all he is very creative, with a fine eye for detail. I could not be happier with the outcome of my project!

We are currently working with Sam on project involving new loft build, 2 new bathrooms a hallway and a kids bedroom. We have a separate builder so sam's role has been to help us develop creative ideas for each room and select the materials to purchase for them but not a project manager. Sam initially provoked new ideas for the rooms with a mood board on pinterest to see which ideas resonated with us. We then created a ideabook on Houzz to work with him on per room. The ideas can come from both sides and we've spent far too many hours browing houzz and pinterest to look for things... Sam plays a great role in politely feeding back which things work together and which don't in that circumstance too and which are safe or more boundary pushing. We have certainly gone for higher quality, more interesting designs than we would have without Sam's involved... when you are laying down a tonne of cash on a building project... you may as well make it look great and hang together creatively. Sam has added plenty of value in this respect Sam comes across as thoughtful, respectful and focused on you getting a great outcome for all the items in the room. He will go to great lengths to help you find the right item or finish and is happy to visit or receive calls at hours that fit around you as a client. The way Sam works - he will measure up your space work with you on the idea, render it up in 3D, get samples of materials for you or encourage you to go see things yourself. He will if possible negotiate trade discounts on the goods but you will then purchase these yourself. (we have saved significant chunks of cash through this). He has contacts that can help make bespoke carpentry pieces in the right shape or colour particular to help you realise your vision if you can't find the right item or colour. He has been liaising also with our builder to help us realise the vision in reality too. This is particularly important to us A quick update... the project has come off really well. It look ace and glad we engaged Sam's services. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him if you are doing your own project and want to stretch yourself creatively ! We can only attach a few photos below but do check out his page itself as there are some great shots of the project there

Sam understood my needs, showed me the designs in a computer, got me a good furniture maker for my projects, and above all, he was always polite and on time! I would totally recommend him!

Sam designed John Lewis wardrobes for two of my bedrooms in 2014. I was impressed with his ideas and attention to detail, so he was the obvious choice when I wanted bespoke shelving and media units. Sam was able to visualise what was needed and made suggestions that make excellent use of space and complement the existing colour schemes. Installation is not easy in a 5th floor flat with no parking, but Sam and Mike were always cheerful and professional. If my perfectionism was in any way irritating they did not let on! We are all thrilled with the end result and would not hesitate to recommend Patience Designs to others.

Sam is very creative person.He did very nice job.I couldn't recognize our apartment. He thinks about every single detail in your apartment and tries to please anyone.

Sam has been really smart in helping us with three projects to fit new cupboards into our Putney flight where the space was tight and needed some innovative thinking. Sam came up with some clear ideas to make the best use of the space, recommending good quality materials within our budgets. He was flexible and listened to our ideas. He was good to work with and recommended very good fitters with whom he made a great team. Have recommended him to friends!

I have worked with Sam for many years now. Sam is incredibly talented as a furniture and product designer and always gets hands on with the manufacturing and installation of his projects to ensure quality and client satisfaction. Sam displays a great ability to work alongside other trades to ensure any project is managed with the utmost attention to detail and care. The most important skill for a designer is to understand material capability and limitations. Sam has a great understanding of materials whilst creatively maximising the capability of any material. I will definitely look forward to working with Sam in the future.

We first met Sam Patience when he was working on bedroom design for John Lewis and we were delighted with his ideas and approach. He was imaginative but also practical and the wardrobes that we now have are just perfect. It was to Sam that we turned - but now independently from JL - a year or so later when we needed a radical redesign to a second bedroom. Just as before he listened to what we thought we needed, guided us into seeing different ways of what was possible in the space. I think his attention to detail has been amazing. He even agreed to meet us in store when we were deciding on colours of wardrobe doors, carpets, headboards and window coverings. He is very approachable, friendly, delightfully irreverent but above all he is truly professional; he delivers on what he promises and to a very high standard. I like to write balanced reviews but neither my wife nor I can think of a single negative point to make about Sam. Even his fees are very reasonable.

Sam designed a bespoke desk for our London apartment. The end product is beautiful, well made, and much better than the usual high street option. Sam is a professional and knowledgeable designer, who offers a great service for interiors. We are looking forward to the next project with Sam!

Sam had a vision right from the start. He came up with an ideal solution for my bedroom, which was something I'd never even considered. His designed sealed the deal and I went ahead with the new bedroom order and am very happy with the result. I would happily recommend Sam to anybody needing a bespoke design.