Bastion

We asked Bastion design an extension we were planning. They took the time required to fully understand our requirements and the design they came up with was exactly what we wanted. Our builder was very impressed with Bastion's technical drawings and said it was a doddle to follow them. The finished extension looks identical to the rendered images Bastion supplied.

We engaged Bastion to provide a survey, design and submit our planning application with a supporting statement on a particularly knotty planning/development application. We had tried and failed on our own. They were professional, expedient, responsive and knowledgeable. We would recommend them unreservedly.

We were recommended Bastion by friends as we needed architects to provide detailed plans for a wrap-around side return and extension to a Victorian terrace. Cameron and Russell were superb from start to finish. After initial discussions they came back with some creative ideas which were then translated to very detailed, accurate plans. Our project (like many) had a number of issues which Bastion really helped with, giving patient and pragmatic advice, despite us being a demanding client. It felt like they were in our corner when builders, suppliers and council had questions, objections or problems. Now the dust has settled (literally) we are delighted with their designs and how Bastion transformed our living space.

We used Bastion to do our technical drawings for our extension/renovation project, after our first architect (who did the design phase) messed us around a bit with timescales and an exorbitant quote for tech drawings. Russell was incredibly helpful and really quick at responding to emails and queries, as well as great at putting us in touch with trusted people to do bits of work needed such as the structural engineer. We ended up with a really clear, comprehensive set of drawings - one of the builders who quoted for us said they were some of the best he had seen. A really excellent service all around, I would thoroughly recommend Bastion.

Bastion did an excellent job! Very professional throughtout the process.

Cameron challenged the way we looked at our downstairs space and gave us some great ideas. We had a small extension and complete reconfiguration of the downstairs layout to be more open plan. He worked on some quirky features that we are really pleased with. The visuals they provided really helped us out as it is not easy trying to visualise how the space would look. They included visuals with sample furniture and decor. The whole process was easy and the helped us every step of the way. So pleased with the finished space!

This is the first time we have engaged architects, and the process was painless and efficient, even though most of the discussions were held remotely due to various lockdowns. The team at Bastion took time to listen to what we wanted and came up with a stunning design, which we liked so much it was built exactly as Bastion designed it. Throughout the build they were very responsive and helpful with any queries we had. Highly recommended.

We worked with Keith at Bastion. He gave us 3 drawings after our inital discussions and we found ourselves really liking the contemporary drawing. We went with this and we now have the most fabulous house with a great open plan space. It's just perfect . Bastion were also responsive and helpful in guiding us through everything. Would totally recommend without hesitation

We selected Bastion to architect our house extension project. Apart from producing all the detailed technical drawings, Bastion dealt directly with the local authority to manage the building controls process and to resolve any building regulations issues. The documents produced by Bastion were delivered on time and were of the highest quality. The whole process was very well managed and stress-free. Highly recommended.

small project on a cottage extension; always answered the phone with any queries. would recommend.

We also took a chance on Bastion based on positive reviews and their impressive website. We are delighted to say that both Keith & Russell have delivered on everything we were hoping for and more. They clearly listened to our very specific brief, yet created an impressive extension and improved living space with a flair and innovation way beyond our expectation. They are very easy to work with, responsive to the inevitable tweaks and changes required along the way and guided us through the planning and building control process without any issue. Even the builders we have contacted commented on how their contractors were always grateful for the clear and precise drawings that Bastion deliver. We would definitely recommend Bastion to anyone who is looking for a creative and innovative design company who are sensitive to your own needs and not just forcing their own style and preferences on you.

We engaged Bastion after an extended search for an architect to draw up plans for our upcoming basement conversion project, having spoken to a number of Architects who we didn’t feel entirely comfortable with - we found Russell at Bastion and with that came calm, collected discussions and excellent design work and drawings, invaluable advice on so many levels, reasonable pricing and clarity as to what was and wasn’t included. No extra hidden costs so no nasty surprises. Russell dealt with the application, drew us up a set of elevations and floor diagrams based on what our vision of the basement was, worked closely with us on the heritage aspects of the application and generally impressed. We only had to have one conversation with him to get the basic design in place - he got what we were looking for from the start, and after a short discussion and some tweaks to that initial draft the new version 2 diagrams became the final agreed version. Can’t recommend Russell or Bastion enough really, soon we will have a set of extra rooms in the basement that will enhance our home immeasurably and we literally could not have done it without him.