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Fraiserline

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FraiserLine is an award-winning Architecture, Planning, Project Management and Laser Scanning consultancy for both residen...
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All1House

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All1house is a leading design and build company based in the UK, offering a wide range of high-quality services to help yo...
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Emotion Architects

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Emotion Architects is a dynamic studio delivering ambitious living spaces that combine functionality and sustainability wi...
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Just Extension Plans

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Affordable planning drawings for Hampshire, Dorset and Wiltshire
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Richard Crane Associates

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I offer architectural design and construction management services for private individuals as well as companies. I have t...

Recent Architect Enquiries

23 Jan

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG2

Enquiry from: Jana T

Start Date: Immediate

single story extension to the side of the property, its dead space, so we want to utilize it. what type of job are you looking to have done: house extension property type: semi detached have you got a...

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21 May

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Shasa F

Start Date: Immediate

advice/plans for a rear house extension an extra bedroom extended bathroom. downstairs extend out into the garden larger living room and kitchen/dinner. thanks have you got a rough idea of the design ...

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14 Mar

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Sameer K

Start Date: Immediate

loft conversion needed. its a 2 bedroom bunglow which has a large loft area. i would like an architect to suggest some plans. what type of job are you looking to have done: other property type: semi d...

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09 Mar

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Brian H

Start Date: Immediate

i have converted a double length garage into a bedroom lounge bathroom and kitchen. i have had a building inspection from wokingham council last year and they past it for building regulations. now i h...

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21 Feb

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG5

Enquiry from: Sasi N

Start Date: Immediate

Build an extension to the rear of the garage (knocked down and rebuilt) to the rear wall of original house. This extension will have a downstairs toilet and also a dining area. The wall between the or...

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06 Jan

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG4

Enquiry from: Fergus M

Start Date: Immediate

we need drawings for a 3m single storey rear extension, including cross sectional drawing for build over notice application and building control. please call me to discuss. thanks, fergus customer ha...

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10 Dec

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG10

Enquiry from: Daria T

Start Date: Immediate

it would be a velux conversion with a dormer for the stairs - we've had an architect who has measured the height and confirmed it would be possible. so we want to convert house roof space into living ...

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29 Oct

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Narsing C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

dear team, i hope you are well. i have seen your details in one of the forums with great feedback and making a query. i am in the process of a house purchase which is expected to be completed by mid ...

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29 Sep

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Gopal D

Start Date: Immediate

I'm looking for Loft Conversion with Dormer.

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24 Aug

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Dipesh G

Start Date: Less than one month

designs for submissions to council and for construction for an extension and a loft conversion. what type of job are you looking to have done: house extension property type: terraced have you got a ro...

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01 Jun

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Vaibhav K

Start Date: Less than one month

hi, we have a sun room which we need to remove and do a single storey extension, move the kitchen from galley kitchen to extension. in the current kitchen we need to make a bathroom and storage area....

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11 May

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Vaibhav K

Start Date: Less than one month

hi, we have a sun room which we need to remove and do a single storey extension, move the kitchen from galley kitchen to extension. in the current kitchen we need to make a bathroom and storage area....

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20 Apr

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG7

Enquiry from: Hannah S

Start Date: Immediate

good evening i was recommend to contact you online. we are looking to do a small extension/garage conversion on our property and wondered if you were able to give us your budget quotation to provide ...

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16 Apr

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Shamsa B

Start Date: Immediate

glass room draws for submitting to the council

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16 Mar

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Brian H

Start Date: Less than one month

garage conversion into lounge and bathroom what type of job are you looking to have done: other property type: detached house have you got a rough idea of the design you would like: yes time scale: le...

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15 Mar

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading, Thatcham - RG19

Enquiry from: John B

Start Date: Immediate

i need to change a flat roof on a two storey side extension to a pitched roof to tie in with main house roof. will i need planning permission etc. what type of job are you looking to have done: other ...

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06 Mar

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Bruno S

Start Date: Immediate

open up back of house with steels and create open plan kitchen/dining with a shower/utility room what type of job are you looking to have done: house extension property type: semi detached have you go...

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03 Oct

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Meng D

Start Date: Immediate

plan to change the garage into kitchen and dinning room and fix one toilet downstairs.

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13 Jun

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG10

Enquiry from: Danny S

Start Date: Less than one month

looking to have a ground floor side extension which wraps around to the rea of the house to gain more living space downstairs, potentially add an extra room. what type of job are you looking to have d...

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01 Jun

Architectural Services | Residential

Reading - RG5

Enquiry from: Graham K

Start Date: Immediate

single storey rear extension under permitted development same as neighbours,vaulted ceiling,2x roof lights, small wc and sink 3 bed semi detached what type of job are you looking to have done: house e...

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How much do Architect services cost?

How much do Architects in Reading cost?
Costs for Architects around Reading can differ depending on the kind of work that you need to have carried out in your residence. It's the inquiry we get asked a lot "how much do Architects in Reading charge?". It's definitely great to have an idea of how much a Architect will likely cost for their work. Rates will vary based upon the products and the tradesperson chosen. The table reveals the sorts of work that Architects generally do and also the typical cost variety of these projects. Some projects take longer to finish than others so prices do differ by project.

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The average price
of an Architect in Reading is:

£2,500

Architect job Architect cost in 2024
Commercial architectural services in Reading £3,000-£4,600
Residential architectural services in Reading £625-£2,775

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Architect FAQs

What do commercial architects do?

Commercial architects specialise in designing buildings for business or public use, rather than residential, like offices, shops and schools.

Commercial architects will typically have expert knowledge of the unique needs that different types of commercial building have. This includes safety and design requirements for bigger buildings that typically contain high numbers of people.

What is the best guttering material?

The best type of guttering material will vary depending on the requirements of the property. For example, on listed buildings cast iron or aluminium guttering may be required to maintain the character of the property. Generally, UPVC is the accepted standard for almost all modern properties.

How long does it take to get plans produced by a residential architect?

Generally the process for having plans produced will only take a month or two. Major works or new builds can take upto ten months to produce. This will depend on the requirements of your project and the number of technical drawings you need produced. An architect will always advise you based on the project how long these will realistically take.

How to reduce architect fees?

If you’d like to hire a residential architect, but have limited funds, there are several things you can try to reduce their quote.

Firstly, you don’t necessarily need to hire them for project management – you could just ask them to do the design. This will mean you’ll have to do some extra donkey work, but you could choose between finding a cheaper professional to do your project management or simply doing it yourself.

There might also be other architectural services that you can cut down on. Some professionals offer extras like landscape, interior and detailed joinery design. If you can do without any of these, this will help to reduce the overall cost.

You could also think about scaling down your project. Lots of residential architects work out their fees as a percentage of the total construction cost of your project. Lower the cost of this, and your fees might go down too.

How to choose an architect for home building?

When you’re trying to decide on an architect to hire, start by making sure that all the professionals you consider specialise in residential architectural services. The architect you choose needs to be an expert in and have plenty of experience working on similar projects to yours.

It’s also important to factor in what other customers think. Look for online reviews of the professionals you find, ask to see portfolios of their work and even ask for references. This will help to give you an idea of whether they’re skilled and reliable.

Make sure you also meet and have a discussion with any architects you’re considering hiring for your home building project. It’s vital for you to get on with them and to share the same vision, otherwise you’ll struggle to get the end result you want.

How do I choose an architect?

It’s important to take plenty of time choosing your architect. They can have a significant effect on how successful your project is, so you’ll find it’s worth it in the long run.

Ideally, you’ll want the architect you choose to have plenty of experience in commercial property design and project management. If the building you’re creating or extending is for a particularly unique purpose, you may want to try to find a professional who has worked on a similar property before.

It’s also a good idea to use customer reviews to help you choose a commercial architect. If a company you’re considering doesn’t have any online reviews, ask them to supply you with testimonials or show you examples of their work.

Don’t forget that it’s vital to get on with your architect. You’ll need to communicate effectively to make sure that your project turns out the way you want it to, and you may be working together for a while. So, it’s a good idea to meet and speak with any commercial architects you’re considering before you go ahead and hire one.

How should I choose a commercial architect?

Choose an architect whose design vision fits with yours – but make sure they’ve got something new to bring to the table. Also check them out to see what projects they have previously undertaken. Ask them. Communication is vital. Pick a commercial architect who can communicate well with everybody involved in the project.

Will a commercial architect be expensive?

Not necessarily. Commercial architects may charge either a fixed fee, an hourly rate, or a percentage of the building contract. They could also save you substantial amounts of money as their plans and drawings may stop issues arising later in the construction.

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