Client-centred Architectural design in London

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Client-Centred Architecture in London: Designing Homes Around Real Lives.

If you are looking for reliable, client-centred architecture services in London, you are in the right place.

Client-centred architecture starts with listening.
We practice client-centred architecture by placing people, not forms, at the heart of every design decision.

Our work reflects lifestyle architecture in the UK: spaces shaped by routines, family patterns, working from home, entertaining, and future adaptability. We design spaces that support how people live now and how they may live in years to come.

As holistic home design Architects, we integrate architecture and interiors into one vision.
Materials, lighting, furniture flow, and spatial sequence are developed together, not separately. This avoids fragmented results and creates homes that feel cohesive and intentional.

Interior and architectural design integration is a key reason our work resonates. It is also why reputable magazines such as Homebuilding & Renovating seek our insight: we translate architecture into lived experience.

At the Grand Designs Trade Show, our advisory role reinforces this human-focused approach. The questions homeowners ask are rarely abstract. They are about light, storage, comfort, budget, planning risk, and long-term value. Our design philosophy is shaped by answering those exact concerns every day.

We believe architecture should be empowering. It should reduce uncertainty, support wellbeing, and enhance daily life. Our role is not to impose style but to reveal potential.

When clients work with us, they are not commissioning drawings. They are shaping environments that will hold their memories, routines, and futures.

That is why we design with empathy, clarity, and intent.
Contact us today to see how we can help you add value to your home.

Full Service Architecture, planning and construction experts in London

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Full Service architecture in London: one practice from first sketch to final build, for a real turn-key experience.

Full-service architecture is about knowledge, accountability, and confidence.
We define full-service architecture in London by leading a complete journey from early concept design to construction completion under one coordinated team.

Our Design and Build architectural services remove fragmentation from the process. Instead of managing multiple consultants, contractors, and advisors, our clients work with a single architectural practice that oversees the entire lifecycle of the project.

In architectural planning and building control in the UK, experience is everything. We manage planning applications, lawful development certificates, building regulations submissions, and technical design packages daily. This knowledge allows us to anticipate issues before they become delays.

As London project management architects, we take responsibility for alignment. Design intent, regulatory compliance, contractor coordination, and client expectations all remain connected. This reduces stress and protects design quality.

Our involvement with Homebuilding & Renovating and the Grand Designs Trade Show strengthens this reputation. Being invited to contribute expert advice publicly means our processes are trusted not only by clients but by industry platforms that represent best practice in UK residential design and construction.

At Grand Designs Live, our director has served both as a panelist and as an advisor in the “Ask an Expert” section, offering real-time guidance to homeowners facing planning, layout, and construction challenges. That environment demands clarity, honesty, and experience. It mirrors exactly how we operate in practice.

Full-service architecture is not about control; it is about clarity. It allows projects to move forward smoothly, budgets to remain realistic, and design quality to be protected throughout the build.

We see architecture not as a product but as a managed process. One that deserves structure, communication, and continuity.

Contact us today to see how we can help you add value to your project.

Bousfield Road

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Bousfield Road

YEAR: 2023
LPA: Lewisham
SCOPE: Renovation
CONTRACT: Domestic
STAGES: 1-6
BUDGET CAT.: £ 100-250 k

Our client wanted to transform their old and crammed kitchen, found after a dark dining room. We helped them turning it into a single efficient space with retro vibes, create a downstairs toilet and utility room, remaining within the existing footprint of the house.

Main contractor: London Construct
Photography: Riccardo Fabrizio

Bousfield Road

YEAR: 2023
LPA: Lewisham
SCOPE: Renovation
CONTRACT: Domestic
STAGES: 1-6
BUDGET CAT.: £ 100-250 k

Our client wanted to transform their old and crammed kitchen, found after a dark dining room. We helped them turning it into a single efficient space with retro vibes, create a downstairs toilet and utility room, remaining within the existing footprint of the house.

Main contractor: London Construct
Photography: Riccardo Fabrizio

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Oval Road

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Oval Road

YEAR: 2023
LPA: Croydon
SCOPE: Bathroom renovation
CONTRACT: Domestic
STAGES: 1-6
BUDGET CAT.: £ 10-50 k

Tired of a small dull bathroom and a poorly functional spare room, for our client we proposed to merge the spaces resulting in a comfortable, bright, colorful and whimsical bathroom that introduced a new ritual of wellness in the dynamics of this hip family.

Main contractor: London Construct
Photography: Riccardo Fabrizio

Oval Road

YEAR: 2023
LPA: Croydon
SCOPE: Bathroom renovation
CONTRACT: Domestic
STAGES: 1-6
BUDGET CAT.: £ 10-50 k

Tired of a small dull bathroom and a poorly functional spare room, for our client we proposed to merge the spaces resulting in a comfortable, bright, colorful and whimsical bathroom that introduced a new ritual of wellness in the dynamics of this hip family.

Main contractor: London Construct
Photography: Riccardo Fabrizio
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Ruskin Walk

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Ruskin Walk

YEAR: 2022
LPA: Southwark
SCOPE: Interior Design
CONTRACT: Domestic
STAGES: 1-4
BUDGET CAT.: £ 10-50 k

While working on the extension of their terrace house a young and growing family has appointed us to redesign the interiors of the new ground floor.
 
We played with colours and themes to create a visual journey and give character to different areas. Vintage items juxtaposed with contemporary ones, dark and light tones fading throughout, enhanced by the flood of natural light.
 
Furniture and fittings have been chosen among UK and international suppliers to achieve a unique, bespoke combination.
 
Main Contractor: Northcastle London
Photography: Chris Snook

Ruskin Walk

YEAR: 2022
LPA: Southwark
SCOPE: Interior Design
CONTRACT: Domestic
STAGES: 1-4
BUDGET CAT.: £ 10-50 k

While working on the extension of their terrace house a young and growing family has appointed us to redesign the interiors of the new ground floor.
 
We played with colours and themes to create a visual journey and give character to different areas. Vintage items juxtaposed with contemporary ones, dark and light tones fading throughout, enhanced by the flood of natural light.
 
Furniture and fittings have been chosen among UK and international suppliers to achieve a unique, bespoke combination.
 
Main Contractor: Northcastle London
Photography: Chris Snook
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What should I do if a project goes wrong

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If you have decided to start a building project without an architect at your side, you must be prepared if things don’t go in the right direction.

If you are not happy with the project or with something that the contractor is doing, or simply is not as agreed, it is best to speak with them.

Chain of command

Remember that general tradespersons may not have the full vision of the project and there is a strict chain of command to respect for a project to go smooth.

Start speaking about your concerns with the site manager or project manager, they can help with your queries and take action. It is good practice to recap what you asked and what they answered in an email.

If this was not enough, you can escalate your complaint to the contractor’s administration or company director.

Ask them to put things right and ask them to explain how they will do it.
Ask them also to put a plan of action in writing to you.

If the works are ongoing, keep a written note of any lesser products being used, unsatisfactory workmanship, unexplained delays or not following plans.
Remember to document with photos, receipts and emails/screenshots, make a note of dates.
Keeping records will help you prove if they are in breach of contract.

The Consumer Rights Act 2015 says the trader undertaking home improvements, building or decorating should take reasonable care and skill.

The trader should put right any unsatisfactory element of work or – if this is not possible – give you a refund.

Things going wrong

If your concern is about any part of the work being unsafe, highlight this immediately to the contractor, if the problem is not resolved promptly you should report them to Trading Standards.

If the contractor (or tradesperson) does not correct the problem or give you a refund, you can take your complaint to the trade association of which they are member.

Outline your rights and contact act in a letter, explaining the problem, what you have asked to remedy and what has happened in response.
Also, the Citizen’s Advice Bureau has letters you can copy that will show service providers you know your rights.

If no action has been taken to this point, you can consult a law firm or charity specialised in alternative dispute resolutions, where an independent person will look at your problem and decide what should be done about it.

Agreements made during this process are legally binding and it is cheaper than going to court. Should you end up in court in the worse case, some judges prefer if you have tried this route first.

Some trade associations have their own alternative dispute resolution, so try asking them before appointing your own.

More information about what to do if you have problems with building work can be found on the Citizen’s Advice Bureau website.

Hassle-free solution

A project can be as simple as renovating and re-decorating or as complex as an entirely new construction.

Among our services we offer the possibility to assist you during the works until completion as your representative and inspecting the site regularly.

We will assign a CSCS qualified Competent Person working with the contractor to take site decision and using our expertise to foresee problems to prevent things from going wrong.

If they still do, we will be at your side to make sure they will make things right.
Having a professional at your side is the best hassle-free solution.

Whether you are planning a project from scratch or you already have a layout to bring to construction, we can help you achieve great results.

You can visit us to talk about your project or contact us and request a call back.
Being in expert hands is few clicks away.

How to choose a new kitchen

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When our clients are looking for full home renovations and they appoint us to design and deliver their project, they often have also the clear intention to buy a new kitchen.

If you find yourself in a similar situation, there are many things to consider before choosing your new kitchen, first thing being your existing one.

Is it too small and cluttered?
Is it too big and some cabinets have only random dusting cloths?
Do you find yourself comfortable when having guests, do they participate in cooking or do you prefer to keep it private?

When you look at your kitchen and ask yourself these questions, you will start to understand if it is the case to change size or layout for the new kitchen.

Even if you will prepare the food in another area of the house, the new kitchen could have a similar layout to the previous one, if that really works for you and makes you efficient!

On the other hand, many like a new kitchen to be an entirely new experience. Often kitchens are extended or relocated to enjoy a better position in the house and garden views.

What is important in a new kitchen?

The style and the general aestethics of your new kitchen are secondary, compared to the king of kitchen requirements: Practicality.

The kitchen is a home laboratory of food preparation, where practicality must be second to nothing. Practicality means ease of access, ease of movement, ease of storage. But also ease of cleaning.

What makes a kitchen practical?

When designing a kitchen there is a principle called “the kitchen working triangle“, according to which the three hot spots in a kitchen -sink, hob, fridge- form the vertexes of a triangle where the cook moves within, possibly in a circular flow.

Think about it:
Take any food, un-pack it or wash it, cut it or mash it, cook it, serve it.

The process is fridge -> sink -> hob.
But there are actually many triangles, depending on your cooking style. Fresh food can be from the fridge, you can use dry or preserved food from the larder. Some stuff is marinated and kept aside while other goods are peeled and washed…

Being a lab, it’s ultimately up to your chemistry style but Practicality will keep you going without loosing your mind if the day has been a bit more difficult than the usual.

Also, after your meal there will always be stains to clean and some could be aggressive, like vinegar or lemon juice, or greasy and peristent like oil or melted fat.

So it is very important that your new kitchen has the right storage, the right layout, and it is made with good materials and finishes for easy cleaning on doors and tops, but also in the most unreachable corners (of course that’s where dirth sticks the most).

Is there a best design for a kitchen?

Once the kitchen layout is outlined, there is not a style better than another.
 
In a small space a Galley or L-shaped kitchen fit well. Go for a modern look, no handles and smooth surfaces, to have less visual impediments, but If you have plenty of natural light a classic kitchen will see all its details emphasized.
 
In a big space, you can have a kitchen island or a breakfast bar, be it in concrete, country style or luxurious onyx, as long as the layout is proportionate to the room and the views, keeping it practical.
 
If you are planning an open space, the kitchen will be together with other functions around it, usually dining or sitting/receiving guests. You may want to have some screen or feature to separate the functions.
 
Or when the wall length allows it, there could be a gradual transition to different functions as we did for a project in Bromley, shown in the header image, where the kitchen becomes larder, then coffee bar, bottles’ pantry, bookcase and, finally, fireplace and sitting area, using all the walls of an almost 80 sq m open space.

How can I decide which kitchen to buy?

Buying a kitchen is a milestone in every residential project. While a good one can last for decades, finding the right one can be daunting. We recommend to think well about the layout and consider a practical solution. Find who makes a kitchen in a style that you like, see their product in person -very important- and test the quality of the paint and hard surfaces. Ensure you get the right appliances for you, in terms of capacity and power, ensuring these are energy efficient (class A or more). We usually go through all the requirements with our clients and work together with them on their ideal solution, liaising with shortlisted makers until the perfect kitchen is ordered, delivered and installed. If you are planning to renovate your home and get a new kitchen, our expertise will help you land the right solution, from the most simple to the most complex and customised. Our advice is few clicks away, just tell us about your project and we will help you survive in the kitchen jungle.