Green Building Services in Clayton West, West Yorkshire, UK

“The team at transform blowed my wife and I away. The attention to detail and forward thinking shown made them the obvious choice for our stable conversion. As an interior designer I found it hard to find an architect that understood our needs in the way we live and use our home. Transform are the only architects I know of that use a 3D model as standard, which is a tool you simply can not beat for building and renovating a project. We are on the final stage of planning now (green belt) and look forward life in the new extension. Simon Milner-Moore”

“We hired Ian Whitworth of Progressive Architecture for the detailed architectural design of Woodcock House from planning approval through building regulations and the issue of construction and fabrication drawings. He made many significant improvements to the design and liaised with structural engineers and fabricators. He worked to a high professional standard in a timely manner. Ian was always helpful and courteous and was a pleasure to work with. He did an excellent job for us and we give him the highest recommendation.”

“Grant and the team at Grant Erskine Architects helped us with the design of an extension to our home. We were really impressed with how Grant took us through the project step by step explaining everything and working with us to come up with a wonderful home.”

“We moved back into our house at the end of October 2017 after a wonderful experience of having, to us, undertaken a major building project that began with Andrew Long Architects. At our first meeting with the Architect we discussed the primary objectives that we wanted to achieve in the project and looked at other jobs that needed doing building wise in the house and grounds. We rolled everything into the one project. Following on from that first meeting the Architect then came back with his initial ideas which we found very exciting. The site of our house is challenging because it is on a hill and slopes top to bottom and side to side. There are some mature trees on the boundary. These two factors present challenges that were resolved through the structural engineer that the Architect brought in. The site is not rectangular but has some interesting angles on it which the architect related to in his design with the result that the new extension and rebuilt terrace work in harmony with the shape of the site. From our first meeting we were helped and guided every step of the way. At no time did we feel we were being told what we had to have and suggestions were given with regard to different products to consider when deciding on what finishes we would like. This enabled us to go and see the products for ourselves which really helped in the decision process. One of these is a big feature window which is spectacular. During a course of meetings when the design was honed we felt we got to know the Architect and were confident in putting our complete trust in him and the team at Andrew Long Architects to forward the project through planning, finding a contractor to do the work and project manage the build. All of which were done excellently. We are delighted with the results and have no hesitation in recommending Andrew Long Architects.”

“We consulted Sara on the advice of another professional. From the start of the project (a self-build) Sara had a total appreciation of our aims. We knew there was a good house to be built on the site of a dull 1920's bungalow but Sara translated this into a first-class design and exceeded our hopes. She saw us through a difficult planning stage with such diplomacy and skill that the Planners were singing her praises as an architect they really enjoyed working with! Is this a first? Although Sara consulted with us at every stage the truth is that her original ideas were so close to what we dreamed of that very few alterations were needed. We responded to Sara's technique of asking searching questions about us and our life-style and then talking us through the implications of this for the design process and the resultant, final submission was everything we asked for. Sara helped with all stages, working well with our builder and other tradespeople and after her involvement was largely over she has stayed involved advising us on materials and fittings as the work devolved to us and not professionals. This aspect of Sara's involvement was particularly good since we knew that Sara was always available for support and advice. We have recommended her to others and we know that they have been equally delighted.”

“We cannot speak highly enough of Nick and his team. Nick took time to get to know us and our property to ensure the designs created we’re just right for us and our home. He listened to what we wanted (rather than impose his ideas) and then offered different options to develop our idea, based on his experience and skills. The cost estimate was transparent and exactly as expected, as was the project plan presented at the outset. Most importantly, however, when communicating to us any objections raised by the planning office, Nick and his team had already devised a solution with which planning (with whom they obviously have good relations) were satisfied meaning that, despite a number of hurdles, the process was hassle free from our perspective. As I say, extremely impressed and highly recommended.”

“Reid Architects was able to surpass our every expectation in the design of the new house. They were able to creatively adapt to an evolving brief as the nature of the existing house was uncovered and changes needed. They worked in a complex planning context (the house is in green belt) to create a stunning house mixing contemporary and traditional design. OWNER - WILLOW HOUSE”

“Excellent architect. Has an extraordinary point of view perspective, very creative, emphasizes simplicity and modernism hand in hand. Great professional and experienced. A family man, and a good father. Last but not least, his empathy makes every client unique.”

“We worked with Jeremy Poulter on a house renovation and have since engaged him again on a new house project. He is a fantastic person to work with, always considerate and sensitive to our ideas while bringing lots of design concepts to the projects. He took us through every stage of the previous project from initial designs to planning to tender and completion and we were delighted with his work at every point.”

“CODA Bespoke were fantastic to work with. Abel listened to what we wanted from our renovation project and helped to designed a space that we love! We doubled the size of our property and I genuinely don't think we could have done it to such a high standard without Abel's input and eye for detail.”