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Light House Studio

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Chandler's Ford, Hampshire
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Contact Info:
Rachael Smith
The IncuHive Space
Mayflower Close
Chandler's Ford, Hampshire SO53 4AR
United Kingdom
Typical Job Costs:
£25,000 - £1 million
We are happy to offer architectural assistance outside of these limits and can work on projects of any scale depending on the level of involvement. Please get in touch to see how we can help with your project.
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Based in Hampshire near the South Coast, Light House Studio was established to deliver a bespoke design service and be a guiding light for people embarking on a building project throughout the whole process. A focused and contextual response is offered to ensure the successful delivery of well executed, sustainable and contemporary projects. The studio has considerable experience undertaking the design of numerous new-build and refurbishment projects from feasibility through to completion on site. Light House Studio provides a high-quality service to meet clients’ needs, expectations and budget. We undertake projects in Hampshire, Sussex and the Midlands. We can also travel further afield for the right project.

Services Provided

Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Building Conservation, Building Design, Custom Build Home, Eco Homes, Floor Plans, Home Renovation, House Extensions, House Plans, House Restoration, Loft Conversion, New Home Build, Project Management, Space Planning, Sustainable Design, Brief Development, Concept Design, Sketch Ideas, Budget Planning, Feasibility Studies, Interior Design & Planning, 3D models, Planning Applications, Building Regulations Applications, Technical Design, Tender Analysis, Tendering, Site Inspections, Contract Administration

Areas Served

Chandler's Ford, Winchester, Eastleigh, Hamble-le-Rice, Romsey, Alresford, Otterbourne, Colden Common, Chilworth, Southampton, Portsmouth, Southsea, Fareham, Stubbington, Titchfield, Emsworth, Rowlands Castle, Bosham, Chichester, Swanwick, Whiteley, Lee-on-the-Solent, Hambledon, Havant, Waterlooville, Clanfield, Horndean, Petersfield, New Forest, Poole, Bournemouth, Farnborough, Alton, Basingstoke, Bordon, Weybridge, Guildford, Farnham, Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Birmingham, Solihull, Henley-in-Arden, Droitwich Spa, Worcester, Warwick, Royal Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon, Redditch

Awards

ARB Registered Architect - 089731K RIBA Chartered Architect

6 Projects for Light House Studio
Curridge, West Berkshire
The Coach House
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Totton, Hampshire
New Forest Contemporary Extension
12 photos
Hove, Brighton and Hove
Studio Cottage
12 photos
Stubbington, Fareham, Hampshire
Modular Garden Office
8 photos
Contemporary Flat Roof Extension with Roof Lanterns
11 photos
Ground Floor Renovation & Internal Reconfiguration
10 photos
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9 Reviews for Light House Studio
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5.0
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4.8
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Kay Dawkins
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Client
We are just beginning the journey with Light House Studio and to date are very impressed. Rachel was onboard immediately with the idea of replacing a very dated conservatory with ground floor extension fully opening on two sides into the garden with a terrace/balcony on first floor to enjoy last of the evening sun. Our neighbours were not happy with the plan and actively campaigned to get planning permission refused. Rachel worked to address all the concerns raised and liaise with pre-planning to cover all bases. Although pushed to committee the project was approved and we are looking forward to working with Light House Studio to get the project completed.
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Susannah Urquhart
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Rachael has been immensely helpful since I engaged with her last summer. I really didn’t know what I wanted other than extending the back of the house to make a larger kitchen diner, but maintain a separate area for a lounge/study, since WFH is the new norm. She created 4 design concepts and I’m hoping to get planning permission granted for my favourite design on Wednesday of next week. She has great vision and very helpful. If you want something with a bit of a wow factor than I would highly recommend Rachael. I can’t wait to get started on the build, hopefully later this summer. No hesitations in recommending her.
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We asked Rachael to do drawings for our side and back extension, we were really impressed with the quality. She came round pretty quickly after we got in touch (pre lockdown) and luckily we were able to go through planning and start the build with no issues. Would happily recommend Rachael or use for any further projects!
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Samuel Juniper
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Client
We are currently working with Rachael to build a single storey extension on our house. She has been great to work with, always willing to help and the design looks great. And we got through planning without any hassle.
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Comment from Light House Studio:
Thanks very much for undertaking the review. I am really happy with the design that has been achieved. It would be great to assist with the technical design stage and seeing your house transformed. Thanks
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We are planning to demolish a small detached garage and single storey side extension and replace with a two storey side extension with reconfiguration of the rest of the property. The plot is extremely small and enclosed on multiple sides. Rachael guided us through the Design and Planning process taking into account consideration of light and sight for our neighbors. The final agreed plans look great and we are extremely pleased that we have obtained planning permission. We would not hesitate to recommend Rachael to anyone requiring a diligent and professional architect.
Light House Studio
Comment from Light House Studio:
Thanks very much for your review and kind comments. It was great working on your project. I am very pleased with the planning outcome and it will be great to see the project transformed. I am looking forward to progressing with the project with you and helping at the next stage.
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Stuart White
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Client
Excellent, efficient and informative service throughout the entire process. Rachaels wealth of experience guided us through from initial ideas to planning consent. Always available on phone or email to answer any questions, offer guidance and amend plans until final design was complete. Highly recommended.
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Comment from Light House Studio:
Thanks very much for your review. I thoroughly enjoyed working on your project and the end design. Really looking forward to the design becoming reality now planning has been achieved.
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Sallie Callaghan
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Client
We are renovating and extending our 1930s bungalow with a view to replacing the garage with a spacious kitchen dining area. Rachael has guided us through the building application process as well as providing welcome ideas and potential options. She has kept us informed of all developments even during the lockdown period and ensured that the project did fall behind schedule. We would not hesitate to recommend Rachael to anyone who needs the services of an architect and if we ever need an architect again, she would be the first person we would call.
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Comment from Light House Studio:
Thanks very much for your review. I have thoroughly enjoyed working on your project. I am looking forward to working with you on on the next stage of your project and assisting you with any further aspects that may arise.
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I am a freelance architect and Light House Studio undertook a Feasibility Design Report for me as a sub consultant architect as I needed some assistance to manage my workload. This early stage report showed options for the renovation including CAD plans and sketch 3D visuals; existing and demolition drawings, design reference images, and kitchen layout. It was produced to a high quality and the client was pleased with the outcome. I then took over the design for the next project stage. Rachael is not only a professional, but also a considerate architect and I would highly recommend her to any potential client.
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Comment from Light House Studio:
Thanks for your review Jenny. It was an interesting project to work on. It was a pleasure working with you and looking forward to any future collaborations or projects.
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We are planning to renovate our 1930s semi to create a light, bright kitchen/diner/living area and decided to use Rachael to help us with the planning of this project. Rachael has been a true professional from our very first meeting and ongoing with our project. Her ideas and input have been really helpful and all work up to the current stage has been done to a high standard. Rachael is very helpful with explaining all the stages and processes to us as we have never had building work done before. We look forward to working with her throughout the rest of the project and to see the end results.
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Comment from Light House Studio:
Thanks very much for your review and your kind comments. I have thoroughly enjoyed working on your project. I am looking forward to working on the next stage of your project with you and undertaking the technical design to obtain Building Regulations approval and the drawings for tender.

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