The Build Design

We are very happy to recommend The Build Design, led by owners Beri & Ivana, for architectural and design services. From the outset, they were exceptionally responsive and proactive, consistently going out of their way to offer ideas, guidance, and practical support. They were always happy to meet in person, and we particularly appreciated the time they spent with us discussing our potential project over coffee and pastries — those relaxed conversations helped us clarify our vision and feel confident in the direction we were taking. Beri and Ivana were also generous in sharing examples of their previous work, which gave us real confidence in both their design approach and the quality of their delivery. Their openness, creativity, and genuine enthusiasm made the entire process enjoyable and reassuring. We would not hesitate to recommend Build Design to anyone seeking a thoughtful, collaborative, and highly supportive architectural partner.

We are working with Beri and Ivana on our loft conversion and kitchen extension. They have been great so far in the process. Always great with communication, timeliness of the drawings and getting back to us, and design ideas. All in all, we’d recommend them to anyone who is looking to upgrade their home!

Beri and Ivana were incredibly punctual and showed a very high standard of attention to detail throughout. We’re really grateful to have worked with The Build Design and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to improve their space.

We worked with Beri and Ivana on the drawings for our rear extension and internal reconfiguration in a conservation area and the experience has been excellent from start to finish. From the very first concept meetings, they listened carefully to our brief and asked thoughtful, guiding questions to truly understand how we live in the space and which features we wanted to retain. They produced multiple concept options that captured our ideas beautifully, and we ultimately arrived at a design that reflects our style while being perfectly in keeping with the conservation area requirements. The planning application process was handled entirely by them and moved more smoothly and quickly than we expected, thanks to their deep knowledge of the regulations and building restrictions. Communication throughout has been clear, warm, and efficient. They work incredibly well as a team, and the whole process felt seamless. We’re so pleased with the experience that we’ve now decided to hire them to manage the full build as well. A genuinely exceptional team — highly recommended.

Beri and Ivana were extremely patient with us whilst we went through the design and planning stages for the renovation of our ground floor in Richmond. We went through various options and they were always enthusiastic and helpful. You can trust that they both are incredibly experienced in their levels of expertise. Unfortunately we put our project on hold as we decided to sell our property, but we were successful in drawing up great plans and getting permission from the council for our renovations which was no easy task. I definitely recommend them.

Very helpful Beri and Ivana along the full project, from the start with the planning of the garage conversion to the finish with the final suggestions on the furnitures. Very good communication and availability.

When our new flat experienced a disastrous flood and had to be entirely stripped out Ivana was there every step of the way to ensure that we could conceptualise a new layout that really worked for us. It was a small space but within innovative solutions it became really intuitive and comfortable to live in. We were really grateful for her patience and for always being on site when we needed her to work with the builders to make sure things were going right so it was not just her beautiful and practical designs but project management which made the whole process seamless.

Beri and Ivana have done an fantastic job with designing, planning and managing refurbishment of North London flat. They really helped develop design ideas and spent extensive time looking for the right materials and fixtures. They were really supportive and open to any input or modification. The results are outstanding!

Beri and Ivana from Build Design have been instrumental in our internal house space reorganization and refurbishment, and modernisation of our kitchen/dining space. We specifically sought a modern look, and their creative ideas and proposals went above and beyond our initial vision. We are absolutely thrilled with the final result and are grateful for their ability to think creatively and explore all possible options outside the confines of a strict brief. The outcome is truly fantastic, and we wholeheartedly recommend them to all our friends. Jessica Lask (Ealing)

Beri and Ivana are without question an outstanding team who work in a supportive and honest way. My experience vouches for this, in terms of their designing an extended facility for my property, and then following through with tenacity and fortitude in order to secure approval and compliance with regulations. I wholeheartedly recommend them.

The Build Design was recommended to us by a close friend to help us renovate our Chiswick house. We lived abroad and had a lot of different pieces we brought back and wanted to reintegrate into our London home. We wanted somebody who could put together all our special wishes. Beri and Ivana were helpful and understanding from the beginning and helped us expand on what we originally wanted. They added great value in combining spaces and creating a special ambience with different moods in each and every room. Their builders were excellent and produced outstanding finishes. We will happily recommend them to all our friends. Vlada Z

We recently worked with Ivana and Beri on a great project in London. It was a pleasure working with you both. The Build Design are very knowledgeable, have lots of experience and made the design process a pleasure. We look forward to working with you in the future. Olley & Guise - James

I have worked with The Build Design on a recent project and it was a pleasure. Beri and Ivana’s attention to detail and design input was a huge help throughout the project. Detailed planning ensured all works were completed smoothly, as per the CGI’s and design concept.

I’ve known Beri and Ivana for almost 10 years now. I’ve worked with them on the project and for the planning permission to remodel a garage into a guest house- and then on a project and planning permission on the construction of a new house. I can confidently say that they are very decent, mindful and very professional. I greatly recommend their company

Beri and Ivana worked on my double-storey side extension from planning to completion. They are a very creative and dynamic team who took a genuine interest in my project. They demonstrated such professionalism and confidence that is rarely found. They are meticulous and thorough in their approach and have pointed out to me things that I thought were not possible to be achieved. With them, I got more than originally intended. All along the project, they were explaining everything and kept me informed of the progress every step of the way. Working with them was easy and enjoyable. They do not allow me to worry about a thing. They take care of the worrying bit. I can wholeheartedly recommend them to anybody who wants their project to be an enjoyable experience with the great result.

Ivana and Beri are a superb architectural/design team with an incredible array of complementary skills, knowledge and experience. They took on all stages of a complete refurbishment of our very outdated and not very functional rental property and turned it a beautiful, stylish home for our tenants. No detail was too insignificant and they personally supervised the project from start to finish, while implementing my own input in terms of design and functionality. As the work was undertaken in the midst of the pandemic, their creativity, lateral thinking and tenacity in sourcing high-quality materials and finding effective solutions was especially appreciated. I’m hoping to work with them again in the near future.

“I have used The Build Design company a good few times for my various projects, and I am very happy with the service I received. They were also always there for me in case I had some queries and their advice was always very helpful. Their fees are reasonable too. I can highly recommend them and will use them again”. Sophocles Taylor.

Beri and Ivana were engaged to support our family home renovation project for the large 4 bedroom townhouse in the heart of Strawberry Hill in 2021. They added a huge value by getting engaged very early, during the final stages of the house buying process, and they provided their continuous support throughout all phases of renovation. They acted in the architectural/interior design capacity, but also helped with hiring and project-managing the builders. They are a friendly, knowledgeable and outspoken couple who make a real difference to add extra resell value to your home. They also save you money by giving you timely and precise advice. They uncovered small details/features that have a big impact on the overall function and appearance of our home. We can highly recommend them, no matter if your project is a small improvement or a large residential home, they will give you the outstanding level of service at an affordable price.

I am grateful to Beri and Ivana as they have helped me to complete my House Extension and the Loft Conversion in Twickenham. They helped me beyond their initial Planning stage commission. When my project ran into trouble with Contractor and Building Control on-site, they offered their invaluable advice and expertise to help me get my project back on track. I will not make the same mistake again of not commissioning them to manage my entire project from the start. They are super responsive, professional and work to the very highest standard of finish. I highly recommend their work attitude, attentive approach and expertise. I will look no further and hire them again for my next project.