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Architects in Charminster, Dorset

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Fitzgerald Architecture
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars21 October 2019
“John took our ideas for a new kitchen extension and developed the plans and proposal so that we gained planning permission without any issues. John also attended the parish council planning meeting to ensure there were no issues at this stage. With his help and guidance a specification was developed from which we were able to have a number of contractors bid, going on to select one to complete the build. Although we knew exactly what we wanted out of this project we initially had trouble engaging builders before we started working with John, due to the unusual construction methods being used. With John’s expertise, advice and attention to detail on-board the project was completed and we have been enjoying the kitchen extension for the last six months.”
OnePlan
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars1 April 2013
“A wonderful design for my sons bedroom, carried out beautifully. He loves his bedroom, with the centre focus being blue & cars. A really easy going, flexible lady to work with. Highly recommended.”
Proctor Watts Cole Rutter
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars6 November 2012
“Proctor Watts Cole Rutter provided a complete architectural service for our Grade II listed farm house from discussing and producing initial design ideas and dealing with planning and conservation issues to fully project managing the job”
VESP Architects
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars24 September 2014
“A friendly and professional practice - a pleasure to work with. Impressive timber frame design knowledge and excellent communication made this project an absolute joy - we hope to work with you again soon. So successful was this partnership that we've been jointly shortlisted for 'Best Oak Frame' at the Build It Awards 2014 - fingers crossed! Photo Credits: van Ellen + Sheryn”
Charles Louwerse Architects
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars27 November 2017
“We needed an extension to our cottage that met our needs, was sympathetic to the property and its surroundings and satisfied the rigors of the planning process, made harder as the cottage is a listed building. Charles Louwerse Architects created a beautifully functional and attractive design. And, through a competitive tender process that they organised, introduced us to an excellent builder. Throughout the project, Charles Louwerse Architects were flexible and professional, helping to maximise the potential of the site. The end product exceeded our expectations and we could not be happier. None of this would have been possible without their expertise, experience and exceptional attention to detail..”
David James Architects & Partners Ltd
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars4 May 2015
“David James Architects and Associates Ltd are a leading creative design practice. We have worked with them many times over the last few years and cannot recommend them highly enough. They consistently deliver creative, beautiful solutions for their clients. The highly capable team are a pleasure to work with and we hope to be working on projects together for years to come.”
Theo Green Designs Ltd
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars10 January 2017
“We are a practice of Chartered Structural Engineers and have worked with Theo Green on a number of projects from New dwellings to alterations & extensions. We have found the Practice to be be thoroughly professional in approach providing innovative solutions for their Clients which have been a pleasure to work on. Their clever designs always consider structural aspects as well as Architectural and coupled with their accurate and comprehensive detailing we are able to achieve economic structural solutions which have not compromised the design.”
Porter Haworth
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars15 January 2019
“Porter Haworth Architectural Design was influential in conception and obtaining planning for our project. The Planning process can be tricky to navigate, Steve's experience and previous encounters with the council was pivotal in us obtaining our tricky planning approval. He will also test your resolve in ideas to make sure you know yourself, its actually what you want it to look like. The details you may miss or have not thought about, Steve has the skill set to high light and amend before it impacts the build. He also recommended other quality professionals to use completing the planning process. Our project was small but none was straight forward. Which Steve took in his stride, we are very grateful for his help and services.”
Stuart Martin Architects
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars25 August 2016
“Stuart Martin Architects completely remodelled and renovated an existing, rather tired and warren-like 1930s house into a beautiful, spacious family home in the Georgian style, finished April 2016. We were very involved in the project from start to finish, and found Stuart and his colleague Matthew Bakewell a great team to work with: detailed and creative, as you would expect, but also responsive, patient and always happy to discuss other ideas - be they driven by the interior or landscape designers, by us or by our building contractor, as the project progressed. The fact that they were a couple of hours' drive away did not prove to be an issue and we would recommend them whole-heartedly.”
Xspace
Architects in Charminster, Dorset
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars10 August 2014
“An initial discussion with Ian Stanley convinced us that he would be the right person to help us 're-imagine' our 60's style flat-roof property into a stylish modern home with a low-pitched roof and free-flowing interior. Ian has not only created an elegant design - both exterior and interior - but has been instrumental at all planning and technical stages, making sure that the project has progressed unhindered. We have been particularly impressed by his ability to take our often very sketchy ideas and bring them to life. We are now in week 13 of a 21 week project and are very happy with progress and the results so far. We are also grateful to Ian for his many contributions along the way, helping us to select our builder, some key suppliers and also presenting ideas and suggestions for interior and exterior finishes and fittings. We have always found Ian to be polite, courteous and ever willing to help along the way - a very professional contribution that has been highly valuable at all stages of our project. His early guidance on budgets and timescales has also been shown to be extremely accurate. We plan to use Xspace again in the near future.”
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Cost Range (low - high)
Percentage based, typically from 8% to 15% of the total projects construction cost.
Types of projects covered
Home Extensions, New Home Builds, House Plans, Drafting, Floor Plans and more.
Busy Months
January - August
Not Busy Months
October - December
Architect or Architectural Designer FAQs
An architect is a professional who designs and creates building plans, ensuring the building is functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. They collaborate with clients to understand their needs and create designs that meet their requirements. Architects also consider building codes, regulations, and sustainability principles in their designs. They may oversee the construction process to ensure it aligns with the design intent.
If you are looking at a house extension or building a new home from scratch, chances are you are going to need the help of a residential architect. They have extensive knowledge of architectural design, construction methods and building materials, not to mention a strong appreciation of ergonomics – warmth, light and flow within a property. Architects will also be far more capable of seeing the bigger picture – carefully balancing aesthetic appeal with structural safety. With their local knowledge, your Charminster architect will also often help to obtain planning permission and building regulations approval.
You can find a local architect in Charminster with Houzz in two ways:

  • Answer a few questions about your project to get matched with a local architect for free. Enter your postcode above to get started.
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    • After choosing either option, you can reach out to the architects you want to discuss your project. You can request and compare quotes before hiring the right architect for you.
    After choosing a residential architect, you will usually start with a consultation to discuss the project. Preferably at your property or building site where the work will be done. Give as clear a picture as possible of the kind of home you are trying to create to your architects. Chat through your goals, projected budget, scope of work, schedule and feedback, together with any very specific requirements you might have. They will explain their process to you alongside any other on-site visits up to and including the build stage, depending on whether they will be involved at that stage. From there they will produce the designs and plans required for your project.
    The cost of hiring an architect in Charminster can vary depending on the scope and complexity of the project, experience, reputation, and location. Architectural fees are typically structured as a percentage of the project’s total construction cost, ranging from 8% to 15%. For example, if a project has a construction cost of £500,000 and the architect’s fee is 10%, the fee would be £50,000. It’s advisable to discuss fees and payment structures with architects in Charminster during initial consultations.
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