Architect
Define Space Ltd
Trust score
57out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volumeLow · 7
Source diversity1 source
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Verified architectural services in Newbury.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Design services for house alterations, planning application, engagement of contractors to sort out building regulations. DS were incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, professional, and creative. They were a delight to work with."
"From the initial site visit to the grant of planning consent they were very professional and efficient. I emailed a few enquiries/questions during the process all of which were answered the same day, often within the hour. Highly recommended."
"We have used Define Space several times to design and draw up architectural drawings for extensions to our house. We found them to be extremely efficient, knowledgeable and up to date with regards to the rules and regulations re planning permission etc. Their experience on creativity of design and use of space is excellent. Would fully recommend them."
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Design services for house alterations, planning application, engagement of contractors to sort out building regulations. DS were incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, professional, and creative. They were a delight to work with.
From the initial site visit to the grant of planning consent they were very professional and efficient. I emailed a few enquiries/questions during the process all of which were answered the same day, often within the hour. Highly recommended.
We have used Define Space several times to design and draw up architectural drawings for extensions to our house. We found them to be extremely efficient, knowledgeable and up to date with regards to the rules and regulations re planning permission etc. Their experience on creativity of design and use of space is excellent. Would fully recommend them.
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