Reviews of Extended Ideas: Specialist Derby Architect. (Architect) in Derby (Derbyshire).

Extended Ideas: Specialist Derby Architect

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37 Carlton Ave, Shelton Lock, Derby DE24 9EJ

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D. O.

We were keen to explore the options of an loft conversion and a local magazines article recommended Extended Ideas' architectural services. At first, Stuart from Extended Ideas listened to our lifestyle needs: more office space, more bedrooms, minimum disruption to the first floor and to blend in with the original externally. We wanted to explore a design without roof dormers. He explored the loft space, the best location for the new staircase and discussed possibilities with us. We saw 3D plans and visuals of two design options, which really helped us feel we were considering all the possibilities. The designs were so original, we discovered that builders also found the visuals beneficial when providing quotes and as keen to be part of something unique. Stuart, submitted our chosen design to the council and we have just received the great news that planning approval has come through much earlier than expected so we can get to work! We have found that what Extended Ideas does is Invaluable. Stuart clearly knows his stuff we would recommend him ten times over if anyone wants any work done on their house

I. B.

We have been in our newly renovated living kitchen and garage conversion for nearly 4-months now and I am really pleased with how it has turned out. Stuart provided 3D plans and visuals of two different design options. One with an extension and the other with a garage conversion. What this helped within my mind was cementing the decision not to extend. Most people just naturally think I need more space, I'll extend. This would have been the worst thing, with hindsight, we could have done. If we have had done it blind-sighted and extended. We would have ended up with less garden space and it would all still have been incomplete. Making better use of your existing space is what it's all about and saves money along the way. Our home renovation fell within budget and we're so happy with the outcome.

J. B.

Stuart offers a fantastic design process that gives you two variations to choose from. Design wise Stuart listened to our requirements and put together great ideas into plan that also sailed through the planning at the local council. All in all a stress free and very professional service was offered my Stuart and we would choose him again without hesitation .

B. P.

Very pleased with Stuart's architectural work for our garage conversion in Alvaston. In particular the 3-D image that he provided was very useful in allowing us to see more clearly what the completed project will look like.

S. L.

We are so happy that we asked Stuart to help us with the design when we decided to reconfigure our ground floor living space. We weren’t sure how to fit in everything we would like and needed someone to come and show us the possibilities. From the initial consultation to presenting the final designs Stuart was really professional and friendly and listened carefully to our needs. The detailed 3D design we chose has helped us to visualise and plan the alterations with our builder. Stuart made sure that we were happy with his ideas all along the way and incorporated everything we asked for. We would highly recommend Stuart and Extended ideas.

P. R.

We approached Stuart to draw up some plans for internal alterations and an extension to our house. Stuart listened to our ideas and offered some suggestions of his own that we hadn't previously considered. His initial visit was spent listening to our ideas and then measuring up for the plans/drawings. He kept in contact with us whilst he was preparing the plans/drawings and continued to offer suggestions. He produced 2 different designs for us, which helped greatly to decide which options to pursue further. We then combined the best elements from each design and he produced a final set which covered everything we were looking for. We were so pleased with the plans/drawings as they totally brought to life our vision, as we were able to see it in a 3D picture of the exterior, a 3D picture / layout of the interior and a 2D overhead plan. We would highly recommend Stuart's service - he listened to us and really took on board what we were looking for. He is very personable and his enthusiasm and passion for what he does shines through. We would highly recommend him."

M. R.

Stuart was recommended to me by a friend, he had done some kitchen drawings for and she said that he given them so much more space and different ideas to consider. I commissioned him on 29th January on a house that has not been updated much since 1960. I found Stuart easy to work with and he very much listened to all I wanted from the house. He kept me up to date all the way through the process. Today he presented me with Two drawings allowing me now to visualise the house and it’s possibilities. He was so professional, never pushy and completely focused on what I wanted. I also felt he was very reasonably priced. Thank you Stuart. Mary Rogers

J.

After seeing visualisations of new worktops and units by a kitchen fitter, we sensed there were better possibilities by altering the house. A local builder offered a quick sketch, but we felt our home deserved more expertise and turned to Extended Ideas. We found Stuart exceptionally professional with substantial creative ideas suiting our property and provided great advice. The 3Ds were massively beneficial, you can even rotate the image around to see the room from a different angle. We highly recommend Stuart's visualisation service and look forward to inviting him round when we complete the build.

G. W.

We are out growing our home and trying to decide whether to extend or move. 2D drawings don't do it for us, therefore Stuart's visual approach along with his architect expertise was an ideal match. He allowed us to test out 3 completely different designs. We can now make an informed decision. Thank you Stuart.

l. b.

"I didn't really know what we wanted other than an extension and for the room layout to work better. We brought Stuart in and he really did listen and produce two great designs. He brought it to our attention that we could get a better outcome with a smaller design, thus saving us money. He produced 2D and 3D designs which we could easily understand. The clarity made communication with the builder very straightforward. We decided to merge both designs together to get all of his ideas in. Thank you Stuart for all your great support, advice and making my house great." Lesley Burns

P. G.

We thought we had some good ideas on how we could extend the bungalow but Stuart opened our eyes to some amazing possibilities on how to best use the space. Stuart completely reconfigured the flow of the bungalow whilst capturing the essence of our ideas and requirments.

R. H.

Having spent a while considering what we could do with our house, we decided that we needed the help of an architect. For us, we needed to be able to visualise the space. The 3D design service from Extended Ideas was just what we needed. We got in touch and met up with Stuart. He was incredibly patient with us as we kept changes our minds, but you could see all along he was fully invested in the vision and applied at all stages his training and knowledge to best optimise the concepts . He came to see us in West Hallam on multiple occasions as we went through different design options. We found the service to be friendly, well considered and in our opinion it was money well spent. It finally allowed us to focus on the ergonomics and usability of our house, which to be fair has never flowed correctly. Sometimes you need someone who will look at it with a fresh perspective, and will point out the possibilities and push the boundaries. Once we had our plans, Stuart applied for our Planning Permission and even represented us at committee hearing due to the size and potential impact on the Green Belt. It was approved! If you are feeling stuck or lacking vision for what you want to do, the service offered by Extended Ideas is ideal and we can not recommend it enough.

C. R.

Stuart has taken a great deal of time to help us put into practice our dream extension. Nothing has been too much trouble and his input and expertise has been very valuable. The plans have turned out to be perfect!

E. C.

We really can't than Stuart enough, he's a lovely man and very knowledgeable. We didn't know what we wanted when we started out but with his expertise and guidance we now have the plans drawn up to proceed with our much anticipated home extension. WE WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND STUART. Thank you for all you've done for us.

P. C.

Stuart has given a very efficient and detailed service. The plans he has provided have exceeded my expectations and have been instrumental in obtaining the planning permission required in the shortest time possible. I would gladly recommend him.

P. M.

Stuart submitted 2 extension designs for the rear of the house for us to consider. Very impressed with both. Could really get a sense of what the finished extension would look like. We didn’t feel rushed or feel awkward asking “silly” questions. A very knowledgeable and likeable chap. Highly recommended. Phil and Marg Mugleston, Tamworth, 4th Feb 2020

k. a.

"Excellent news on the acceptance of our proposed house modifications by the council. Your support, guidance and diligence were invaluable throughout the entire process of designing, planning applications. We greatly appreciate this."

M. W.

We were looking to have an extension to our home and felt we needed architectural support. Today, Stuart from Extended Ideas presented two completely different designs of what our living kitchen could be like. Design one was our idea and design two was Stuart's. He has completely blown us away. His design is diametrically opposite to ours, but just what we now know we needed. Also, he spotted a problem with the guttering, which could have caused major future problems and caused a neighbour dispute. Thank you, Stuart for the awesome designs and we look forward to continuing work together. Dale & Liss, Castle Donington

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J. R.

We were recommended Stuart's architectural services by friends as he had designed their house and it worked brilliantly. We hoped he could do the same for us. He really listened, gave great advice and provided two design solutions that included internal changes, a single-storey extension and a loft conversion. We were so happy with them. He obtained our planning permission and our builder was then able to use the drawings to price more accurately. We would thoroughly recommend Stuart to anyone thinking of improving their home. Mr & Mrs Robinson, Derbyshire

M. S.

For several years we have been trying to envisage the perfect design for our home renovation, to provide us with the perfect living kitchen and extension. So many different ideas confused us, and nothing was ever perfect. We searched  the internet to see if there was help out there. We came across an  architectural design service and thought, we'll give it a go.  Stuart gave great professional advice, was  friendly, and put us at ease. He clearly understood exactly what we needed, and we couldn't wait to see what his input would provide. The designs show 2D and 3D plans and internal and external visuals that we could have never envisage. This meant we could proceed with our project. Now it's complete, we can honestly say that Stuart's involvement made our dream home possible and can't thank him enough.

P. B.

We was keen to improve the layout of our home, but unsure of how to proceed. We commissioned Stuart's architectural services to help us optimise and visualise the layout of our home. Stuart listened to our requirements, studied the whole property and came up with options that met our needs. He showed us 2D and 3D designs of what was possible and illustrated the dreams we had. Once we had decided on the final planning draft, Stuart submitted drawings to the council and obtained consent. He also responded to the council's queries promptly. A fantastic service. Thank you Stuart. Paige, From Shelton Lock

A. C.

Stuart has worked with us to create some architectural plans for our home in Little Eaton. Choosing an architect is always a challenge, you're placing a lot of trust in their vision and expertise. Stuart was great at getting to know who we are and what is important to us, so that he could deliver a design that wasn't just good to look at but really works with our lifestyle. The final results were fantastic! Stuart created two designs to fit different budgets and also built in options to do things in stages. The 3d visualisations were great for helping us to see what the end result will actually look like.

G. B.

We were looking for an architect to help us with our home and invited Stuart from Extended Ideas round for a visit. The consultation was really insightful and really helped us to feel like we can achieve what we want from the property. We can't wait to get started and see what Stuart comes up with.

L. F.

We have been living in our home renovation for over a year now and we are so happy with it. Originally we contemplated commissioning a large architectural practice, but we became aware of Extended Ideas. Stuart showed us two design concepts that consisted of 2D, 3D plans and visuals. This allowed us to revaluate our needs and desires. A third design was provided and we were confident that this one would be best for us. Not putting the correct amount of design emphasis into your project may appear that you are saving money, but this is short term and any initial errors or omissions will be there to remind you in years to come. You will be living with design faults that should have been sorted prior to any construction. Stuart's process made us discover how to use space more efficiently. This revelation meant we could not justify extending upstairs, thus saving us around £30,000. Stuart worked alongside our local council planning department, applied for pre-application advice, produce planning drawings and handled the whole planning process. The process went very smoothly and planning was granted without hiccups. We love living in our new large, sunlit, open plan kitchen. It enables us to sit and look out onto our garden. The rear extension gives lots of sunlight and privacy, it doesn't overshadow our neighbours. It all works perfectly and is everything we have asked for. Thank you, Stuart Mr & Mrs Flanaghan, Etwall, Derbyshire

C. N.

We needed an Architect for a rear extension to our house in Allestree. Stuart provided excellent ideas and designs, and with his assistance, planning permission has been promptly permitted. Top job from a friendly & professional chap.

P. B.

We thoroughly recommend Stuart’s services to prospective clients. From the initial consultation to the final designs he constantly listened to our needs, ideas and thoughts on how we wished to reconfigure our house layout. We elected to pursue the two design option and are so glad that we did. Stuart modestly referred to his ‘conservative design option’ and our design during telephone conversations. We were literally bowled over when we saw his design which gave us more than we had hoped for with a much smaller extension than originally planned. The 3D designs helped us walk through the space far more effectively than a 2D design. Stuart’s roof design on both proposals was a stroke of genius allowing far more light into a north facing room than we had previously anticipated. To conclude we are very pleased that we hired Stuart and went for the two design option. Many Thanks Paul & Jenny

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