You are about to embark on a great journey, to improve your living and lifestyle.
Our Chartered Architects will be at your side to guide you and help you chose wisely.
Like a road trip with changing landscapes, the project will go through several stages with specific purposes.
Project phases
There are 3 main phases in any project:
Preparation
Design
Construction
The first one is mostly about understanding what should, can and cannot be done. The second is where the Architect's expertise is best employed and the project is designed based on the information gathered. The last one is when things are actually built following the design or adjusting to unforeseen circumstances.
Preparation
At the beginning we understand who you are and what you need, what are your desires and the practical constraints on the land or the property.
Together we decide what services are right for you and what should be the outcome for your project.
A clear brief and scope of work is agreed and they will be our foundation to work on.
RIBA Stages 0 - 1
Design
With your inputs we create a bespoke design, honed step by step to the right level of detail.
A concept becomes a scheme, solutions are shortlisted and specialist consultants are heard until a final proposal is approved by you and the Planning Authority (when required).
We create an "instruction booklet", the technical package with details and specifications to build your project right.
The most suitable vetted builders from our pool are invited to bid for the project, we help you review and choose the best offer.
RIBA Stages 2 - 3 - 4
Construction
From the beginning until the end of site works and beyond, we help you prepare, inspect the site and deal with the contractors.
Any site queries are solved promptly, everything is tracked to ensure you are on top of things, hassle free.
In the end you have received all the documents, tests, certificates, and any defects are fixed for a full service of unexpected quality.
RIBA Stages 5 - 6
RIBA Stages
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has developed over the years a blueprint to deliver any project and is called RIBA Plan of Work.
From a cabin to an airport, the Plan of Work can be zoomed in or out and tailored to the project's requirements. The most important thing it defines are the RIBA Stages and their associated tasks.
Working with this bluerpint allows us to control the quality of the services we provide and deliverables we issue, respecting the highest industry standards.
To make it layman-friendly, we have translated it into the roadmap below.
Let's tailor the journey around you
You may be a first time home renovator, a DIY enthousiast, a serial developer, a contractor, a self builder. Or an association of self-builders.
A house or a plot may look like the one next to it which has already been transformed, but there could be hidden differences.
Never two projects are the same.
This is why we tailor our services around specific needs, resources and the level of risk.
Make our expertise yours and save both time and money.
Rick has been helping us with ad hoc consultancy for our complex renovation project, and he has been absolutely fantastic. He has helped us figure out windows, room layouts, various internal structural elements, and more. He always has pragmatic advice on whether a change is 'worth' making. Rick also spotted a huge opportunity that was right under our noses but we simply hadn't seen it - to turn a section of our house into a self-contained annex. Whenever we have had a question, however random the topic, Rick has responded with expertise and enthusiasm. I would 100% recommend Tholos Architects.
Jean-Philippe Monette
July 12, 2024
One of my friend referred me to Tholos to investigate the feasibility to do a loft conversion. I managed to schedule a call within an hour with Rick and get all the answers I needed.
Super professional & helpful - thanks!
Naomi Bonafoux
March 1, 2024
Rick demonstrated exceptional efficiency and professionalism throughout the project. He not only completed the task promptly but also exhibited a high level of competence in handling every aspect of the job. Rick's ability to swiftly address any feedback and challenges with professionalism was truly impressive and contributed significantly to the success of the project. His reliability and trustworthiness were evident throughout the collaboration. Would definitely work with him again.
Tina Crawford
January 31, 2024
Fabulous! Tholos designed our stunning new bathroom- Rick looked at house we lived and our needs and went through a few options. So pleased with the result!
SARITA BUTCHER
January 31, 2024
We had the most seamless, timely and reassuring experience of a stressful refurb project during the height of lockdown. We met Rick 6 months before we knew what was about to hit the world! It was the biggest home improvement project we were about to embark on and needed the crew to be a good fit, with us, and to make happen, the end result. We met with three other architects before we met Rick and it was an instant match. Rick tapped into our vison immediately and the rest is history. We couldn't be happier with our refurb , the Zen, the style and colours, textures, the quality (and budget) of recommended material. Thank you so much Rick!
George Ramsay
November 1, 2022
I'm an engineer that works with Tholos Architects on a regular basis. It is always a pleasure working with Rick & Giovanni - They always go that step further to ensure that the projects are coordinated and that every detail has been considered. This means that there are usually much fewer issues on site, which makes my job much less stressful!
Nahro Hussein
October 30, 2022
Very good honest hardworking reliable team that can be trusted troughout the building project from start to finish ! I’m highly recommended this staff can take u throughout your feature home dream thanks for there responsibility and trust
Steven King
October 27, 2022
We engaged Tholos just over a year ago to design a large loft and rear extension on our old period house. We loved the enthusiasm with which the team proposed workable solutions that would not impact the character of the building. The team subsequently produced very comprehensive building regulation documentation that allowed us to start work on our dream project. They also assisted us in overcoming hurdles for acquiring our party wall agreement. During the build Tholos were consistently on hand to provide advice and pointers. Great service that went above and beyond.
Rob Morris
March 22, 2022
Very professional and efficient service. Rick understood my needs very quickly and has delivered plans as promised ahead of his own estimate of time required. Highly recommended.
Ivan Ermolov
February 14, 2022
We worked with Tholos Architects to carry out a complex project of house extension and renovation in Central London for one of our clients.
Throughout the whole process, Rick and his team were very detailed and professional, keeping us and the client regularly updated. They did an impressive job, taking into the account all the details. Team's talent was truly shown, adding maximum space and creative design as well as foresee many potential problems or fix them timely. The project was completed on time and without any issues.
Great service, professionalism and collaboration.
Would highly recommend these guys!
