Custom Build Home in Oxford, Oxfordshire

“Hired to design and deal with the local Planning Dept. The challenge was to interpret my ideas for a significant house extension - convert garage and build to the rear. I was worried that, like choosing any professional (Solicitor, Accountant etc), you find Too late that the relationship is not working and then it is difficult and costly to unwind the situation. However Alex has been knowledgeable and flexible - i fail to see how anyone could have a problem with him. He 'translated' my scribbles and made useful suggestions including a major change that will save money and yet achieve the same objective. Planning Permission has now been given the green light and i look forward to continuing to work with Alex during the project.”

“An excellent solution to a tricky site. Produced a program which met the concerns of the neighbours and met our needs . Flexible available and approachable architects, with the contacts to find a reliable builder. All achieved within the proposed time scale and left us as happy customers. We were lucky to have found them..a totally professional service..with no unwelcome surprises..”

“The project is large extension of the 1960s bungalow including the front, side, rear and porch and increasing ridge height to create two storey dwelling. Currently at a building stage, expected to finish in 2020. AG Architecture Studio was involved from the early stages of the project including planning permission, building regulation and ongoing architectural support during building stage. From the planning permission stage, we have been very impressed with AG Architecture Studio professional approach, sensitivity to environment and creative yet pragmatic design which have been awarded with a planning permission for a house ideally suited for our family needs (despite a history of prior planning refusals). AG Architecture Studio services were invaluable in maximising space usage and accommodating specific requests on style and functionality. AG Architecture Studio provided very specific and well thought through Building Regulations drawings advising on materials and cost and being flexible and patient with changes inflicted at various stages in order to achieve the best possible outcome. AG Architecture Studio have been providing architectural support during the building stage, their input was extremely useful in resolving inevitable issues with the contractors. We can wholeheartedly recommend AG Architecture Studio services to achieve your dream home.”

“This company has changed my and my family's life for the better. Our kitchen has transformed our home. Thank you Ben - highly recommended!”

““Our vision was to create a light open plan living space in our new home and Bronwen did an amazing job to help us achieve this by bringing it to life. Being a busy working mum, Bronwen kindly took on a lot of the conversations with third parties, providing invaluable support through the process. I would highly recommend Connected Architecture to help with all your planning and design aspirations.””

“Absolute Architecture was a joy to work with. Kate Cooper and her team worked with a tiny, decrepit home, large garden and stables from 1908 and turned the property into a show piece. They were sympathetic to the original design and area while making the home user friendly and comfortable for contemporary residents. They were knowledgeable about the many local laws and guidelines and used the best local craftsmen for the renovation and addition, all in a timely, warm manner. We are so proud of our lovely home; it came out truly beautiful. Thank you Kate!”

“Having used Chris from Appropriate Design solutions I can confidently say that he is one of the most patient designers we have ever had experience with. We wanted to build an extension on our grade 2 listed cottage, this could not be a normal one so we were recommended to speak to Chris. What followed was an enlightening view of how the planning process is run, and clear advice of how we are best to 'play this game' Chris has many years of experience and he patiently advised us on what was reasonable and what we should expect through the process. I would wholeheartedly recommend Chris to anyone who has an extension of alteration to their home which requires a little more attention to detail. he has a great way of explaining things into laymen's terms and gives the confidence that is so needed when dealing with the mystical forces of planning council departments.”

“LD Architechts led the design for a major extension of our very dilapidated timber frame house. We are rather opinionated and possible difficult clients as we know what we like. LD managed us and the design very well, we were very happy with the proposal and very grateful that LD got the plans we wanted through a difficult planning process in a conservation area. Post planning LD managed the various professionals; timber frame engineers, structural engineers etc to give us a fully specified design that passed building regulations and ready for builders to quote. We now look forward to our dream house being built under the project management of LD knowing it will be handled professionally and sensitively. The oak clad outbuilding / carport has already been built and looks great.”

“I engaged Chris to draw up plans for a house extension and garage conversion into an office and shed. I was extremely impressed with Chris's attitude and professionalism throughout the whole process. He kept me informed of his work, advised me where necessary and came to see me at regular intervals to review the design and ensure I understood all aspects of the work clearly. Chris's knowledge through the planning process was invaluable and helped get this approved effortlessly. His detailed and thorough plans and drawings meant that the builders (a number of whom Chris recommended) could price up this work in an accurate manner and provide detailed timelines for the project. Which as a project manager myself was great to see! There is absolutely no doubt I would use Chris again for any other projects and have happily recommended him to friends and family.”

“We were looking for a Builder/Designer to help us with our house refurbishment, New garage, large rear extension including new kitchen, conversion of integral garage to a bedroom and utility room, refurbishment of existing bathrooms and rear garden landscaping, Chris from Fresh Approach was very professional and walked us through all the options many of which we hadn't thought of. The quote we received from him was the most detailed everything from skips through to decorating was covered. The building both started and finished on time and the quoted price was very accurate. The employees and all the contractors were friendly and cleaned up after themselves. In summary Fresh Approach are very skilled, experienced and trustworthy and I would highly recommend them for any building project.”