Building Design Professionals in Three Legged Cross, Dorset

“A really outstanding business. We used the team at Woodford to help us update an old Rectory we had purchased. Gavin developed the new design for our kitchen, en-suite master bedroom and two other bathrooms. He picked up very cleverly on existing design elements of the original Georgian rectory and incorporated these into a modern but appropriate twist for the new designs. We ended up following all Sarah's proposals for flooring, wall colours, kitchen & bathroom fixtures & fittings. She also developed beautiful ideas for curtains and roman-blinds and was able to recommend a great local company who provided the fabrication (and who did a really good job on this). In summary, their advice and professionalism was wide-ranging, great value-for-money and time-generous. Gavin & Sarah and the team at Woodford absolutely exceeded our expectations.”

“I was looking to develop a 1950's Bungalow which comprised of typical compartmentalised rooms into a living space suited to my Mother who had recently suffered from a stroke. My first contact as a Architect was John Fitzgerald, who was local to me and I did not bother to contact any others! From outset John was the consummate professional, taking my initial basic ideas and developing these into a number of themes from which the final plan was chosen. Drawings were swiftly produced and amended until each detail was confirmed and potential issues resolved. John also liaised with the planning officers and building control; without such help the project may never have even started! He even took the time to attend the local Parish Council meeting with me, when the application was to be discussed. Throughout the project John constantly suggested small improvements as the build progressed and provided advice in respect of property fittings to ensure that the end result was suitable for my Mother. John was also ready to explain, in detail, everything that was going on as the project progressed, if asked. Overall, the finished project exceeded my expectations, transforming an old house into a fantastic modern living space.”

“Very Good Value for Money, efficient and very responsive ☺️”

“Proctor Watts Cole Rutter provided a complete architectural service for our Grade II listed farm house from discussing and producing initial design ideas and dealing with planning and conservation issues to fully project managing the job”

“A friendly and professional practice - a pleasure to work with. Impressive timber frame design knowledge and excellent communication made this project an absolute joy - we hope to work with you again soon. So successful was this partnership that we've been jointly shortlisted for 'Best Oak Frame' at the Build It Awards 2014 - fingers crossed! Photo Credits: van Ellen + Sheryn”

“We are totally pleased with your company, your people, and your subcontractors on the craftsmanship of your product. We continue to be totally satisfied with the building that you built for me two years ago.”

“Recommended to us, seen locally - we have had a barn with room above built in our garden. These guys were brilliant from start to finish and the building was only signed off once we were entirely satisfied. Would recommend and have already recommended to others.”

“We gave Alex a short brief for our single storey rear and side extension and he came back with a number of important questions relating to aspects of the build we hadn’t thought of. He kept in contact during the design stage to ensure he didn’t undertake any abortive work, and liaised on our behalf with the planning team. He gave great advice relating to materials, and the end design was better than we had ever envisaged.”

“I have instructed OB Architecture on three major projects and can thoroughly recommend them for their design skills and client interface. One was a luxury 5,000 sf house in Henley on Thames whose design has exceed all expectations. The second a block of 9 apartments and ground floor commercial in London SE1 and the third a 9 acre site in West Berkshire upon which I hope to secure permission for a country house. The latter is ongoing The house and London project were completed satisfactorily in no small measure to Olly Bray and colleagues' skill and dedication. The practice which is young, brings a fresh and new outlook. All great stuff”

“We have worked with LA Hally Architect from initial design stage, through planning control and are now close to completion of our double storey extension and internal refurbishment. We have been thoroughly impressed with Lesley, and also her team who are always fully briefed and able to deal with queries. LA Hally Architect came up with a design which strongly incorporated our key requirements, have responded efficiently to changes that we have made during the work, and have provided practical advice on all aspects of our project. We have been particularly impressed with the innovative ideas in relation to light and space that Lesley has brought to our project, yet at the same time she has kept our 'traditional and elegant' feel in mind. We would definitely recommend LA Hally Architect.”