Basement Conversion Professionals in Strathblane, Stirling

“Davide Rizzo is a talented and creative architect. He developed our ideas into a workable plan, and saw the project through planning permission, construction, and ultimately completion. Davide listened closely, and suggested his own ideas, with the result that the extensive renovation exceeded our hopes and expectations. Davide was always responsive and available for ongoing discussions at all stages. We can give Davide our highest recommendation, and would be pleased to work with him in the future.”

“NVDC are a very professional and accomplished architect's practice whom I have hired on a number of different projects, ranging from the high end refurbishment of a property in Glasgow in 2009, a complete house refurbishment in Wimbledon in 2012 which involved structural changes and more recently an ongoing project involving the design of a rear two storey extension to my house. Their attention to detail, creativity and ability to interpret from a rough sketch of what we were trying to achieve to a full set of architectural plans has been very impressive. NVDC have always exceeded my expectations and also assume responsibility for resolving many of the complications involving planning regulations, structural engineering and the builders you choose to realise your project. I am certain that without the guidance and services of NVDC, our projects would not been as successful in coming to life as they have been. Thanks!”

“We’re fantastic start to finish - really understanding and understood our somewhat scrambled brief straight away. Made themselves available to discuss the project with my contractors throughout and help make sure the project was successful. Easy decision to recommend and will be using again for my next project.”

“Mr Clark was recommended to us by our Builder when we decided that we wanted a large extension built. After meeting with Mr Clark we were happy to employ him as our Architect for our project. He is clearly an experienced Architect and provided us with suggestions and ideas throughout the process of having the plans drawn up. Mr Clark is very approachable and listened very carefully to what we wanted to have included in our extension. He was able to put our thoughts and ideas into the drawings which made us feel part of the process. Any issues with the drawings were very quickly and professionally dealt with by Mr Clark. We were also very grateful to him for overseeing the administration side with the Planning Department and working closely with our Builder and Structural Engineer. He contacted us regularly to give us updates on the drawings and the planning process. We thought that his professional fees were extremely good value and would have no reservation in recommending Mr Clark as an Architect.”

“Colin is very helpful and also very knowledgeable nothing was a problem Colin has been very clear and precise about the process with dealing with all aspects of the job in hand including dealing with planning application.”

“Claudio helped us immensley during our renovation project. We bought a 1940s property and wanted to carry out a full renovation including creating an open plan living area down stairs and extension to the first floor. Claudio helped us from day 1 in helping us create a vision of the open living space we were looking for as well as giving us advice on what we could and couldn't do with the property. He was patient with us when we explained what we wanted and came up with one great design after another. He was there throughout the process for advice, support and helping us through the building process. In the end we could not be happier with how the project turned out and would not hesitate to recommend claudio for any job.”

“I hired Malcolm Parry to create and submit full plans for an extension and garage rebuild at my home address. Malcolm was professional, knowledgable, personable and great to work with at all times (even when the council were being rather troublesome). I wholeheartedly recommend MPA Ltd and have done on several occasions! Malcolm charges the market rate for his services and is clear in all communications. I can't recommend him highly enough.”

“The rear extension of our property required an upgrade to meet our aspirations to maximise our excellent view over our garden, the river that flowed at the foot and the woods and fields beyond. To achieve this we engaged Emma Ellson a highly qualified and experienced young Architect. Emma produced three feasibility studies prior to our final selection. Her scheme, although involving building some additional space, created for us, on the Ground floor a delightful "snug" with views down to the river etc to meet our aspirations. In addition a remodelled contemporary stair led down to the LGF where Emma had created a Breakfast Room/Kitchen, a Shower Room/Toilet and upgraded the former Garden Room into a revitalised Garden Room and introduced a Study out of the former space. In addition to the new facilities created the entire rear elevation of the building was enhanced with the extensive aluminium fenestration incorporating panels of zinc cladding. This fenestration and the extended structure was cleverly incorporated under the extended roofline to preserve the unity of the building The work was carried out after a formal tendering process incorporating relevant contract conditions re payment etc. Suitable professional advice was sought by Emma Re foundations, steelwork and the like. Emma organised and managed the entire project and met with us at all appropriate times. Emma Ellson BSc Hons Int Arch March RIAS RIBA met all our requirements and provided us with an enhanced home to enjoy for years to come”

“It`s been an absolute pleasure to work with a professional like Ciaran. Building is beautifully located next to Loch Lomond.”

“paterson gordon architecture was recommended to us by friends who were part way through their own project. The plans for that inspired us hire Elaine for our own project. Looking back on the whole experience we just would not have been able to achieve the amazing results we have without Elaine's vision and support. Firstly, with regard to design Elaine did what I guess all very good architects do which is to give you both what you want alongside what you didn't know you wanted (or could achieve) in the first place. We fell in love with the design almost immediately. Secondly, the generation of the specification and tender meant we got the look and feel we wanted but within the budget available. Thirdly, the selection of a contractor was part of the process I wasn't looking forward to but Elaine handled this process very professionally, meeting builders with us and supporting the final decision. Finally, and by no means least, was the project management side of the business. Elaine was on site regularly and dealt with any of the inevitable delays and (thankfully minor) issues with calmness and professionalism, this was greatly appreciated by us and our contractor. I would wholeheartedly recommend paterson gordon architecture to anyone looking for a contemporary, beautiful and practical extension - we could not be happier with the end result.”