Frequently asked questions

  • We are an RIBA Chartered Practice, providing our clients with a holistic professional service offering architecture, interior design and landscape design. To find out more about the services we provide go to our process page.

  • We primarily work within the South East, and typically our projects have a budget of £250,000 upwards. However, we work on smaller projects where the architecture and build standards are expected to be high.

  • We are a studio-based practice with a values-driven approach to architectural design. We ask our clients to grant us creative freedom to deliver their projects.

  • We propose a ‘fixed fee’ which is based on specific resource requirements and tailored to suit the complexity of the project. We prefer this method over a ‘percentage of the contract’ as it provides our clients with certainty on cost, which helps when budgeting for the project.

  • This question is often asked and is difficult to answer with 100% accuracy as every project is different, and prices can fluctuate. We advise clients to budget around £3,000-£4,000 per m2 for a bespoke architectural design.

  • We usually recommend an allowance of up to 12 months for the Planning, Technical and Tender work stages. The construction stage varies depending on the project however, you should allow between 6 -8 months for a typical two storey extension and 12 months for a new build home.

  • We prefer to work with people we have a professional relationship with; however, we frequently work with client-chosen designers and contractors.

  • Yes, we are happy to provide you with details of our previous clients who have agreed to share their experiences.