Absolute Architecture
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Kate Cooper
Commercial House
53B Kingsbridge Rd
Newbury, Berkshire RG146DY
United Kingdom
Commercial House
53B Kingsbridge Rd
Newbury, Berkshire RG146DY
United Kingdom
Typical Job Costs:
£200,000 - 2,000,000
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Respected Berkshire Architects Creating Exceptional Family Homes
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To us, you are unique. We listen to what you want, creating the home and lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of, through aspirational design bespoke to you & your property.
This is your home, your future. You’ve got ideas and you see real potential. You just need help getting there. Whether it’s bravely transforming an existing building, sensitively renovating, re-imagining the way you live with a contemporary extension or building something new from the ground up, Absolute Architecture will help you fulfil your ambitions.
Homes are an emotional and financial investment. There is real value in what we do here at Absolute Architecture because we help ensure your aspirations are delivered within your means, to best add value to your home. We listen closely to what families like yours want their homes to become and utilise our expertise to make it happen. By providing the support and services to see homes all the way through their transformation, we have become the go-to residential architecture practice for ambitious dream homes that require a little extra creativity, inspiration or planning expertise.
Our focus on home architecture within a 40-mile radius of Newbury, Berkshire is key to our success. It allows us to channel and refine our expertise and match the right builders and suppliers to your unique needs.
Founder Kate Cooper has worked with couples, families, young professionals and celebrities to transform homes of all ages, sizes and styles. She has an intimate knowledge of the local housing market, a proven record with local planning departments and can provide access to a team of the best local contractors and suppliers. Kate continues to be very involved with every project, and offers a friendly, creative and personal approach. Roger Scully joined the practice in 2017, bringing 10 years of expertise in both contemporary and conservation architecture.
Absolute Architecture | http://www.absolute-architecture.co.uk/
Services Provided
Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Basement Conversion, Basement Design, Building Conservation, Building Design, Complete Kitchen Renovation, Custom Build Home, Eco Homes, Home Renovation, House Extensions, House Plans, House Restoration, Kitchen Design, New Home Build, Project Management, Site Planning, Space Planning, Sustainable Design, Swimming Pool Construction, Tiny House Building, Green Building, Kitchen Renovation, New Home Construction, Custom Build Homes
Areas Served
Newbury, Pangbourne, Goring, Streatley, Hungerford, Hungerford Newtown, Thatcham, Caversham, Reading, Whitchurch, Basingstoke, Marlborough, Lambourn, Hampstead Norris, Hamstead Marshall, Kintbury, Andover, Overton, Blewbury, Ramsbury, Mortimer, Aldermaston, Bucklebury, Upper Basildon, Lower Basildon, Yattendon
Awards
RIBA, RIAS, ARB. RIBA Chartered Practice, Smarter Planning Champions.
25 Projects for Absolute Architecture
Streatley, West Berkshire
Contemporary New Build
16 photos
Pangbourne, West Berkshire
Restoration & Extension of Georgian Property
19 photos
Streatley, West Berkshire
Riverside Contemporary Extension
11 photos
Newbury, England
Extension & Renovation of 1930s Property
14 photos
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Contemporary makeover and interior renovation
13 photos
Newbury, England
New Build Sustainable Cottage
19 photos
Hampstead Norreys, West Berkshire
Modern Home Interior Renovation
7 photos
Tutts Clump, West Berkshire
Extension & complete renovation English Country Cottage
22 photos
Cold Ash, West Berkshire
Period Property Extension and Renovation
13 photos
Reading
Contemporary Renovation of large Country Property
9 photos
Newbury, West Berkshire
Exterior Makeover, Extension and Renovation of Mock Georgian Property
54 photos
Goring, Oxfordshire
Extension and Interior Remodelling 1950's Property
11 photos
Featured Review
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Kate Cooper at Absolute helped us turn our half-formed ideas about what we wanted from our house extension into something really spectacular. Their creative vision was spot on — and their assistance with sourcing a building firmRead Full Review
11 Reviews for Absolute Architecture
Christine Carew
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Client
We had the pleasure to work with Kate on our renovation work, extension and loft conversion. I had very set ideas on what I wanted, so needed someone who wouldn’t try and impose their ideas onto me but would offer guidance and support. Kate fulfilled this role perfectly! She listened to me, offered some suggestions, helped me overcome any problems and then produced plans for exactly what I had in mind. Kate is very professional and approachable, and the whole procedure went extremely smoothly. We now have a beautiful home which is exactly as I envisaged. Having recently had a valuation done, we are delighted to have recouped all the money spent on the work. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Absolute Architecture.
11 September, 2020
Honest by Design Ltd
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Colleague
We have worked with Absolute Architecture on a number of projects and it is always a pleasure. Kate and her team really care about the finished space so are quite involved in the interiors, always giving their clients plenty of advice. Absolute Architecture have an extremely high level of attention to detail, immense design skills, bundles of enthusiasm and a great deal of local knowledge and experience. We would thoroughly recommend them to anyone undertaking an architectural project - from a single storey extension through to a new-build.
2 July, 2020
Kathryn L
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Client
Having met with several other architects, we decided to engage with Kate at Absolute Architecture because we instantly felt at ease with her, we were impressed with the design options she offered up at the initial consultation, as well as her evident detailed knowledge of the local building trade.
As part of the Design Phase, Kate produced numerous design options, allowing us to fully explore many different ideas within our brief. She teamed this with high level costs, enabling us at the very early stage to rule out certain design options. We are very happy with the final plans as well as the 3D images of the outside of the building which are beautifully designed.
We are incredibly excited to enter into the next phase of the project with Kate and Absolute Architecture.
25 October, 2019
Dan Holloway
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Colleague
We have worked with Absolute Architecture on a number of projects and are always impressed by their ability to understand and develop Clients briefs to realise fantastic designs, that blend existing with new effortlessly without losing track of the key practical requirements. This frequently means that Clients expectations are not only realised but surpassed in terms of the aesthetic external appearance, the spaces created and the interior design palette. Absolute maintain a keen interest in projects as they develop, visiting site & offering advice swiftly & expertly in an approachable, personable and professional manner to all those involved in the process. The result? Happy Clients!
16 July, 2019
HU-655162430
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Client
Kate Cooper at Absolute helped us turn our half-formed ideas about what we wanted from our house extension into something really spectacular. Their creative vision was spot on — and their assistance with sourcing a building firm (who were also excellent) and project management meant the whole build was smooth, stress-free and (nearly!) finishes on time. A far cry from other experiences we’ve had on builds.
16 July, 2019
Cynthia Bostock
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Client
I contacted Kate when we were contemplating a major project (she had been highly recommended to us) and needed some advice on the art of the possible and costings. Kate was incredibly responsive and flexible, agreeing to meet us that the property at very short notice. The advice and information she gave us was invaluable in helping us to us to make an informed decision. We decided not to proceed with the project however will have no hesitation in contacting Kate in the future and highly recommend her professionalism to others.
16 July, 2019
Stephanie Richards
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Client
We contacted Kate, Absolute Architecture in 2013 as we were undecided as to whether to totally reconfigure our existing home or demolish it and start afresh. From our initial meeting Kate was knowledgeable and practical in her approach to our dilemma and we took the decision to new build. It was extremely important to us that the new build, whilst meeting our accommodation needs should also be in keeping with its environment and our budget. Kate offered several different design options and we opted for a linear building which we felt suited the site. The building construction and materials suggested by Kate has ensured the building has blended well into its environment and offers us a comfortable, practical, energy efficient home which we continue to be delighted with and we would not hesitate in recommending the services of Absolute Architecture.
3 April, 2018
Ben Heath Interiors
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Colleague
We have collaborated with Kate many times over the years and several of our clients have had recommendations from her. She demonstrates a high level of expertise and professionalism, creating designs with her interior head on, so you know she has thought about the whole package, inside and out. We would like to thank Kate for the many recommendations and we look forward to working with her more in the future.
5 May, 2016
Clare Sheffield
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Client
We had decided the time was right to find the long term family home; a place with some character and period features that we could transform to suit 21st century living. With such a large decision at stake, Kate Cooper’s advice while we searched for the ideal property was invaluable; she was able to describe the full potential of properties as well as provide rough costings. Together we identified the perfect house which had the potential to really suit the way we wanted to live.
After a few meetings to discuss ideas for how we might use the space, Kate drew up some great options to improve the property, ranging from minor work to more radical designs. This coupled with her interior design skills meant we could visualise the finished product, tailored to our specific budget. We would never have imagined the final design we chose, which was able to really open and modernised the living space while retaining the character features.
Their attention to detail was excellent, Absolute Architecture are very professional and always went the extra mile on our project.
13 April, 2016Last modified:9 April, 2018
Snug Kitchens
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Colleague
We have now worked on several projects with Absolute Architecture. They have an enviable local reputation and its easy to see why. Kate Cooper brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her projects and it is always a pleasure to work with her and her team.
12 April, 2016
Leslie B
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Client
Absolute Architecture was a joy to work with. Kate Cooper and her team worked with a tiny, decrepit home, large garden and stables from 1908 and turned the property into a show piece. They were sympathetic to the original design and area while making the home user friendly and comfortable for contemporary residents. They were knowledgeable about the many local laws and guidelines and used the best local craftsmen for the renovation and addition, all in a timely, warm manner.
We are so proud of our lovely home; it came out truly beautiful. Thank you Kate!
6 April, 2016
Commented: Joinery looks fab - who made it plsHi, It was Ben Heath Kitchens in Newbury
14 November, 2020
Commented: what is the black worktop and splash ack in these photos?Hi Jo, Both are made from Porcelain. BW Kate Cooper
30 August, 2020
Commented: Hi - we love the terrace, is this porcelain? ThanksThis is natural limestone. Wychwood etched from Artisans of Devizes. We’ve used Porcelain on lots of projects and it’s a good alternative.
17 October, 2019
Commented: Kitchen bench top?Hi. It's a porcelain counter top.
22 September, 2019
Commented: Love the throw and blind; where can I buy them fromHi there, the throw is an Ikea wool blanket from some time ago so it may no longer be stocked. The blind was made by The Natural Curtain Company. From memory the fabric is a linen called Olive, althou...
1 September, 2019
Commented: What are countertops made of.? Beautiful!!Hi, These are Porcelain.
1 July, 2019
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