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About Us
As an Independent Furniture and Spatial Designer, I help my clients make their homes look their best and function so they complement their lifestyle instead of limiting it. Far more than just a Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom Design Service, I can help you work out what you want your home to achieve and then design, source and project manage to make it happen.
By being independent I am able to source the products that suit you and your project. Having worked for both DIY and high-end bespoke suppliers in the past I am aware that most of the services give the impression you are buying your products from a designer, when all to often you are actually having your rooms designed by a salesman!
I studied Furniture Design because I got a kick out of making a difference in people's lives through good design. It's the same reason I'm still doing it today, just ask my clients!
If you have a project that needs a bit more creative thinking please give me a call.
Services Provided
Bespoke Cabinets, Bespoke Kitchen Cabinets, Bespoke Kitchen Pantries, Bespoke Worktops, Boot Room Design, Complete Kitchen Renovation, Design Consultation, Kitchen Design, Pantry Design, Utility Room Design, Wine Cellar Design, Kitchen Renovation, Floor Plans, Lighting Design, Interior Design
Areas Served
Ely, Cambridge, Littleport, Little Thetford, Chatteris, Bedford, Newmarket, Soham, Peterborough, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, St.ives
Awards
BA(Hons) Product and Furniture Design - Kingston University
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26 Reviews for David Aldrich Designs Ltd
Newest first
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars5.0|26 reviews
Work Quality5.0
Communication5.0
Value5.0
We’re so glad we had David on board to design and project manage our kitchen extension and side return build.
He brought tons of experience and good ideas to the kitchen design, making sure that our vision and ideas translated into a really practical and well thought-out kitchen. Seeing the design come to life with VR was a really helpful part of the process. He went to great lengths to source materials that suited our needs at decent prices.
David was fastidious on detail, and worked closely with our builder to keep the project on track, right until the end. He listened to feedback, was considered and thoughtful, went the extra mile to find solutions and was very nice to work with. We’re thrilled with the final result.
11 October, 2024
ROBERT HALLEWELL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This larger sized project on our ground floor flat followed, with a break of a just a few months, the remodel of the main bedroom and bathroom of our son's small West London maisonette, see trustedtrader review posted on 31/01/2024 "What you want in a designer-architect".
We went through David’s usual design process to see what could be done with our 720 square foot flat. By repositioning the washer/dryer and fridge we reconfigured the existing bathroom and were able to add an ensuite bathroom. Slightly to my surprise the ensuite was fairly gracious and not at all pinched, as such add ons often are, kudos to David. The second alteration involved extending the mini entry hall so that a new coat/shoe cupboard had room underneath for folding electric bikes with a bench in front of the cupboard to sit on. The general contractor selected for the job noted that not just the kitchen to living room floors were 2-3 inches out of level but the other parts of the flat had similar issues. We followed his advice and had a new level concrete floor installed which removed any guesswork from all the downstream wardrobe and cabinetry measurements. The cost was just over £1000 - for a brand new level floor that seemed very reasonable. Because we moved and added some walls, the lease required us to retain a structural engineer to provide a structural report and also have the work checked by a surveyor. David ensured this was a low stress and professional process, and it was approved by the Resident’s Association.
It is worth noting that the general contractor and his team did work of an unusually high standard. One of David’s jobs is to check all the little details and ensure they are done right, but for this remodel Karoly’s guys almost always worked to a higher standard than we’d have asked for. Several times they suggested significant improvements to our design. As mentioned in my other review, I’ve done quite a large number of remodels over the last 40 years ranging from the above bed/bath remodel to a new build 5000 square foot house in Kent, and this contractor and his team did the best work I’ve come across. Their plumbing and electrical sub contractors were also good and unusually they could have made bespoke cupboards and other pieces that were not only of excellent quality, but at a cost comparable to trade prices for similar sizes pieces, but which in the latter case would have required further work to make them fit the space, if indeed it was possible.
In summary, we are very happy with how our remodel has turned out, and do genuinely feel fortunate that we found David Aldrich Designs, and can recommend him to undertake larger scale remodeling projects.
7 October, 2024
Cara Warren
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I count myself incredibly fortunate to have found David Aldrich to manage the renovation of my flat. From the beginning, he listened to my design preferences, took my budget limitations into account, and came up with a plan that was perfectly tailored to my requirements. As the project got underway, he used his extensive knowledge and contacts to source good quality materials at an affordable cost, and worked methodically through every design detail, finding innovative yet practical solutions to any problems that arose. On the numerous occasions when I changed my mind about some aspect of the design, he gave excellent advice on the best way forward.
The result is the transformation of my flat into a pleasant living space that makes efficient use of space, and is aesthetically pleasing. I would most definitely recommend David to anyone who needs a knowledgeable, experienced designer / project manager for their renovations.
21 April, 2024
ROBERT HALLEWELL
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We worked with David Aldrich to do a complete bathroom and bedroom remodel for our son’s small London flat. As other reviewers have noted David has excellent experience, knowledge, contacts, and creative problem solving ability and is a pleasure to work with. He undertook the design, sourcing, and project management phases and our son now has pleasant, well functioning rooms at a cost he could afford. David had general contractors he worked with previously make bids for the project. In my experience this is standard practice for any experienced designer or architect but nonetheless such quotes can come in much higher than expected. For David’s contractors we thought the bids were correctly priced - not being ripped off at this stage is perhaps the biggest cost issue. It’s also worth pointing out that having a good interaction with the general contractor is important and this is pretty much assured with David’s recommendations. We found David to be fully sensitive to cost issues and presented good options so the cost to quality trade off worked for us. Cost savings on cabinetry is part of his package - in our project scope for this was limited but was achieved by buying the wardrobes from trade with contractor construction. In the past over the years I’ve done 7 significant remodels (yes, ridiculous but I’m quite old now) and working with David rates equal first (along with one architect - an old friend who has now passed on). Very much recommended.
31 January, 2024

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Thank you Robert. Always a pleasure working on your projects!
Alex Mabar
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I was trying to create a new family kitchen in a country property in a room made by knocking two together. I knew elements of what I wanted but I was really struggling with a combination sales-y kitchen shops, all my ideas, clippings from magazines and an utter lack of time to try and put together all my ideas.
A friend recommended David and he was a life saver. He listened, he was practical, he helped pull all my ideas together, he was calm, he was both efficient and patient.
He handled all the measurements and the layout, he got in competitive quotes for me, he helped on pricing managements he managed suppliers for me and coordination with trades.
I recommend David Aldrich extremely highly.
20 May, 2023

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Thanks Alex, It was a pleasure working with you, and I love the space we created together! I hope it goes on bringing you joy for years to come.
HU-643091754
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
David designed and managed my kitchen revamping. He worked with me to think about my particular needs, big and small when designing the kitchen. He was creative in finding ways for my kitchen to work best for me and the results were truely life changing. I am now able to be independent in the kitchen despite being a wheelchair user.
Works were completed on time and stress free as David coordinated everything from tradespeople to deliveries of appliances. David was also hugely helpful with making sure the snagging list was sorted and the plumber fixed an issue post-works.
Fantastically skilled, helpful and thorough
15 November, 2022

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Thank you so much for the kind review. It was a pleasure working with you.
HU-825238944
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
David was an invaluable aid in our bathroom and closet room full refurbishment project. He was priceless to the design process ensuring optimal results. He sourced excellent hardware suppliers and a very good high quality friendly builder. I would not hesitate to recommend his services.
22 August, 2022

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Many thanks for the Review. I look forward to seeing you again soon.
David is an extremely patient man. We changed our minds several times over the months he was designing our kitchen, and he accepted each change with patience. He is experienced and knowledgeable about the products and services involved in kitchen construction. Importantly, David engaged kitchen constructers who were very pleasant to work with and very skilled. He introduced us to suppliers of most of the kitchen components. David project managed the work, and the result exceeded our expectations. I would recommend his services to anyone. It was a positive experience for us. Robert & Diana Owen
16 April, 2022

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Thanks for the review Robert, It was a pleasure working with you.
David has been instrumental in providing drawings and specifications for both interior work (kitchen, wardrobes) for my manufacturer as well outside work including garden design, block paving for forecourt and providing quantities for obtaining quotations and ordering.
He is both efficient with good time scales and he is trustworthy. He has often come up with ideas that had not thought of which enhance design, save money or makes sure have the correct specification on intricate quotes.

18 January, 2021

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Thanks Jessica, It's always a pleasure working on your projects. I'm especially looking forward to seeing how the kitchen and lounge furniture turn out!
Shane Kerr
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Project: Side return extension, kitchen (re)design, ensuite bathroom conversion, window replacement and general upgrading of entire house.
David's role: Design (inc. VR demo), product sourcing/procurement and project management
Feedback: David went above and beyond with this project, helping us at every stage and through the significant complications created by Covid-19. His knowledge and experience was evident throughout, identifying potential problems and pitfalls of different design considerations. The VR demo was extremely useful to visualise the final design, particularly for a project with such significant changes. David was very hands-on (e.g. going to kitchen and tiles shops) and managed the communication with multiple contractors. In respect to budget, David helped us to balance the inevitable trade-offs that come up in any project. Overall, we would highly recommend David for his design and project management services.
17 December, 2020

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Thanks Shane. It's been a please working with you both to create such a lovely home. I hope you can now settle back and enjoy it, and sometime soon even entertain again!
Geoffrey and Christine Jones
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
David designed and managed the conversion of two rooms to a kitchen-diner and the creation of a library out of an unused space in a unique listed building. He listened to our needs and gave us even more than we had hoped. He provided clear and useful drawings, 3D designs and plans for us and for the various tradesmen. His skill in cabinet design is excellent and the kitchen units and the library/ study cupboards and shelving are ingenious and of the highest quality. He managed the project with care and attention to detail and advised on lighting, sourcing items and colours/finish. He was always collaborative and the results are both elegant and practical, still lovely over a year later..
27 November, 2019
David helped us redo our kitchen. Complicated as it was a remodel of the entire ground floor of our home to make open plan and involved combining our dining room, entrance hall and kitchen into one space. David came up with a few designs that we could choose from to suit our style and taste aided by fantastic 3D software and virtual reality. Also helped us get through the Building Regs complications of changing walls.
David helped source quality fixtures and fittings, from cupboards and appliances, work tops and even taps! Detailed understanding of pricing and quality and struck the appropriate balance for. Always had our budget in mind which we worked to. Also a useful tie-break between my wife and I in decisions!
Very hands on Project Management through the 2 month build, helped coordinate various contractors and ensured work was being done to a top quality standard. Contractor recommendations from David also fantastic. It was a tight timetable and at fairly short notice and overall kept within the time frame or advised well in advance of complications.
At first a little concerned paying a "premium" price for his services that perhaps my wife and I could muddled through, but throughout the Project, it proved absolutely worth it and think that we clawed back a significant cost in time, efficiency, right product selection (saved money) and a successful Project.
11 November, 2019Last modified:18 February, 2024

Comment from David Aldrich Designs Ltd:
Many thanks Varshan. It was a pleasure working with you both. I hope you can enjoy your new space for many years to come.



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David Aldrich Designs Ltd
Phone Number
07970 707234
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82 Bishops Grove
Hampton TW12 1AJ
United Kingdom
Typical Job Cost
£20,000 - 2 million
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