CARL Architect

Name: CARL Architect
Address: Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 9AJ, United Kingdom
Telephone: 023 9343 0009
Rating: 5

13 Reviews

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I’m Carl, an architect with 20+ years of experience designing new homes, extensions, and remodels for busy families across Hampshire. I’ve built my practice around one clear idea: great design should feel structured, personal, and easy to understand. I don’t just design buildings - I help people like you transform how they live. If your house isn’t working for you, an awkward layout, dark rooms or poor flow I can help you reimagine it as a light-filled, welcoming home that feels effortless to live in. ✅ Not sure what’s possible? I’ll help you find out. Try my free Design Vision Workshop - a 45-minute Zoom session where I sketch live over estate agent plans or a quick layout of your home. I’ll show you what’s feasible, how to approach it, and what it might cost all before you speak to a builder. It’s like a test drive for your future home. ✅ Clarity before commitment. Confidence before construction. You’ll see your ideas in 3D and even walk through the space in virtual reality before a brick is laid. I take care of planning, building regs, and engineer coordination. I’ll even help you get quotes and compare builders if needed. With over 300 planning and building approvals in the past three years, I bring structure, clarity, and calm to what can otherwise feel like a daunting process. You’ll stay in control, and I’ll guide you every step of the way.

Awards

Best of Houzz Awards for Service and Design 2025

Professional Information

Architects Registration Board Number: 063228G

21 Projects

Design ideas for a medium sized victorian living room in Hampshire with medium hardwood flooring.

13 Reviews for CARL Architect

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5.0|13 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

4.9

Andy Cook

Carl is a great architect. He really listened to our likes and ideas, made really beneficial suggestions and solutions and created many design iterations until we finalised the drawings. He has been incredibly supportive throughout, attending site meetings with our planner and builders too. He completes work in good time and sends helpful talk-though videos as well. He also created a virtual reality view of our design, which was brilliant and showed us exactly what we can expect to experience once built. Highly recommended!

24 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks a million Andy! Useful to hear what you found helpful, appreciate it. Carl

Timber clad house on the South Downs Way

Carl helped turn our 1974 bungalow into a fabulous timber-clad forest house! When we were looking for an architect, we interviewed several but stopped as soon as we met Carl. We just loved his ideas and designs. Throughout the 2-year process, he always listened to our ideas and improved on them. He even managed to keep within a tight budget! Now, 10 years later, our family home still provides us with joy and flexibility for our family needs. We love coming home every day! I have recommended Carl to many people in the past and have no hesitation to keep doing so. Fantastic Work Carl! – Cris & Peter Black

24 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks both, still one of my favourite projects to date!

Andy Boniface

We were looking for inspiration for a large kitchen diner renovation and we are very happy with the outcome. Carl provided a number of design options of how we could utilise existing space and/or extend out even further, all supported with 3D walkthroughs which brought the various designs to life. The whole process was easy, Carl was always accommodating. Great job, it has given us what we needed and more. I would highly recommend.

24 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks very much indeed Andy, gratifying to hear that you now have what you needed from the house.

Cliff Green

We chose Carl because he had lots of experience renovating similar houses within the local area. He was extremely helpful and had lots of good ideas of how best to maximise the space available. He was also able to advise on some good local builders one of which we ended up using to carry out the works. We had contact throughout the whole process which was very reassuring for us. Would definitely recommend to others who need an architect.

23 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thank you Cliff, I really appreciate you taking the time to do this. This was a lovely project to work on. Carl

Tom hartridge

I’ve used Carl for both residential and commercial properties and am very happy with his work. He has listened to the brief and come up with imaginative solutions. I would not hesitate to recomend him.

23 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks very much indeed Tom! Grateful to you for taking the time, Carl

85tim

Any new home build can be quite daunting, Carl and his Team were very friendly and good value and persistent with the council to obtain authority for us to proceed with building works, They came to the house and helped us to decide how to maximise the space we wanted to work with, I would highly recommend him.

23 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thank you Tim, I'm hugely grateful for you taking the time to do this, Carl.

chris

it is rare to find a professional architect who not only understands the principles but also the practicalities of buildings, from designing something that is visually appealing and practical to live in through to something that can actually be built. it is often overlooked that we are building homes as well as houses, a place that families spend many years of there lives. Carl's understanding of buildings from both a design perspective and a structural perspective enabled him to guide us along the path to full planning on what is a very complex build, this was where the previous architect failed. his clear passion for living space shines through. his ability to explain not only what needs to be done but also why makes the whole project run smoother

23 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks a million Chris, really enjoyed working on this project

rhooda1

Expert guidance and input with several redevelopment projects that we have in the pipeline. Projects include flats, houses, and one new build. Professional, value-oriented designs with attention to detail, without compromising quality of the space and usability.

23 May, 2024

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks Rohan, hugely appreciate you taking the time to do this

Emma Jewitt

Carl ticked all the boxes for us when we were looking for an architect. He delivered what we hoped for and more. He seemed to understand much better than other architects we spoke to exactly what we were looking to achieve right from the off. Our project was to further extend our house which was originally built in 1880 and had already been extended twice in the 1980s. His design brought together all the best elements of the existing house flawlessly while greatly improving both the flow and internal layout and the external appearance. He was happy to provide various iterations incorporating our requests and suggestions whilst guiding us as to what would and wouldn’t work. I feel the quality of his design ultimately assisted us in getting through the, somewhat painful, planning process. I would have no hesitation in recommending Carl to someone looking to embark on a similar project. We found him helpful, experienced and completely professional and absolutely love all the changes we’ve now made to our home, it’s stunning!

15 September, 2023

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks very much Emma, these reviews are great for us so i really appreciate you taking the time, Carl

billblain

We were absolutely delighted how Carl turned our wish list into multiple realities. The initial plan was great but he enabled us to tweak and improve it through the build. The photos are fantastic - they actually miss some of the best rooms like snug, office and downstairs shower). They are almost as good as the actuality of the fantastic home Carl and our builders (Gary Allen and Crew) achieved for us. Delighted. The Owners

13 September, 2023

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks Bill! I really appreciate you taking the time, Carl

Emma W

I have not used an architect before and found Carl and his team so helpful. He was able to guide my husband and I through the process and came up with some amazing ideas and options that we would not have thought about for our single-story extension. The build is complete and Carls plans are now our home and we honestly couldn’t be any happier. I am so glad we decided to use an architect as we have a home that works for us and our family.

13 September, 2023

Comment from CARL Architect:

Thanks very much Emma, it's really good of you to leave us a review, helps a lot, Carl

Mobius

I have worked with Carl on a couple of projects recently. He has always made a positive contribution and come up with ideas that have helped create better and more useable space. His suggestions have also given alternative ideas on how to solve a perceived problem. Carl is both professional and approachable in a very friendly manner which puts you at ease.

24 September, 2022

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Business Details

Business Name

CARL Architect

Phone Number

023 9343 0009

Website

www.carlarchitect.co.uk/

Address

Portsmouth, Hampshire PO4 9AJ
United Kingdom

Typical Job Cost

£3,500 - £50,000

We offer a fixed-fee, staged approach with clear deliverables at every step. You’ll work directly with me, Carl, from first sketch to final build. Each stage helps you move forward with clarity and confidence — from planning approvals to builder-ready drawings. Optional extras like VR walkthroughs and detailed cost plans are available to enhance the journey. For a full breakdown of services, visit: www.carlarchitect.co.uk/services

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Services Provided

Architectural Design

Architectural Drawings

House Extensions

Home Renovation

New Home Build

House Plans

Building Design

Custom Build Homes

Complete Kitchen Renovation

Loft Conversion

House Restoration

Design Consultation

Floor Plans

Sustainable Design

Project Management

Basement Conversion

Basement Design

Building Conservation

Eco Homes

Interior Architecture

Annexe Design & Construction

Passive Houses

Structural Engineering

Staircase Design

Boot Room Design

Swimming Pool Construction

Basement Remodeling

Custom Build Home

Custom Homes

Historic Building Conservation

Home Additions

Home Extensions

Home Remodeling

New Home Construction

Pool House Design & Construction

Virtual Reality (VR)

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Areas Served

Alresford

Chichester

Dorset

Eastleigh

Fareham

Gosport

Guildford

Hambledon

Havant

Hayling Island

Midhurst

Petersfield

Petworth

Portsmouth

Southsea

Waterlooville

Wiltshire

Winchester

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24 Comments

Commented: Planning permission queryHi Sana, I'm glad that I could be of help. Please don't hesitate to reach out with anymore questions. Carl

17 November, 2022

Commented: Architect vs Architectural designerHi, If you are happy with the work of the designer then I am sure they will do a good job for you. Architect is a protected title, but the work of designing buildings is open to anyone.In general ter...

9 November, 2022

Commented: kitchen island depthHi, 85cm is a bit narrow. But it’s still an island and useable. I would avoid sink or hob on it. If you can get it nearer 1m wide the proportions will look better - less long and thin. Please let me k...

16 October, 2022

Commented: Should I take space from living room to create a hallway?Hi, I am attaching a short video that I hope will help you. Video link Please let me know if you have any questions. Carl

10 October, 2022 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Ground Floor Kitchen Extension - AdviceHi John, It’s difficult to judge without knowing where your boundaries are in relation to the house. I presume you cannot extend to the rear and you have a boundary constraint on the side of your ex...

9 October, 2022 in Design Dilemma

Commented: How to get a 5th bedroom?Hi, I’ve attached a video that I think will be of help. Please let me know if you have anymore questions. https://www.loom.com/share/dc3df1c784e04dd9ab473f02d2d98e43 Carl

2 October, 2022 in Design Dilemma

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