Hoot Architecture

Stu and the team were first class. We explored options that we never thought of and Stu was great to deal with throughout. Unfortunately, we could not go forward with the plans as we had to move locations for family reasons. Regardless, the designs and service were first class. Thanks Stu

Stu Kent was the lead architect on our Whistler Vacation Home project. He worked closely with us to make changes to an initial concept design, including increasing the scale of the project by nearly 50%. We found Stu a great listener, taking full account of what we were looking to achieve with the design and not forcing us into decisions we were not yet comfortable with. This was very important given this was our first experience with building a home. Stu also made significant valuable recommendation with respect to the interior layout and design of the finished spaces, working very effectively, and in a coordinated manner, with the interior designer, builder and project manager. In fact, all those related to the project commented how much he added to the project, above and beyond what other architects may contribute and that their interactions with Stu were very positive, well coordinated and significantly beneficial to the overall project. With respect to cost management, we believe Stu particularly excelled in identifying opportunities to achieve cost efficiencies while remaining true to our desired final design. Throughout the project, he would work closely with the builder and other stakeholders to identify potential cost savings or design enhancements. He pro-actively communicates with all stakeholders, including, importantly, the owners. We have no hesitation in recommending Stu for any projects or roles that he may have an opportunity to work on in the future.”

I would highly recommend stu for any architectural need you may have for a project. He was clear extreamly helpful, knowledgable and provided extreamly accurate detailed drawings. Stu replied to any enquiry from myself regarding planning permission and the process extremely promptly and took all the pressure of us regarding desions and dealing with the council. Stu also dealt with the council most effectively at all times. Our planning permission was approved and we where extreamly satified with stu and the service he provided. We would not hesitate to recommend hoot architecture.

Just over a year ago, I began to look for an architect to work on a large scale project I had been planning. With no knowledge or experience in this area, I was fortunate enough to contact Stu Kent the director of Hoot Architecture, who immediately put my mind at ease. We arranged an initial meeting and from that moment I new that Hoot Architecture were going to be the right people for the job. I've had nothing but an exceptionally high standard of service, support and expertise from Hoot and wouldn't hesitate to recommending them.

Stuart was so very helpful to me during my recent planning application to Durham council. He was prompt and efficient, indeed he visited the property within a day of me contacting him and had all the plans drawn up within a couple of days. He even completed and lodged the application form with the council when I was experiencing problems doing this online. He did all this for an exceptionally reasonable price. I recommend his company’s services without hesitation.