Category: Reviews

David Bailey left us a wonderful review on Google for the work we did on his listed building: “Used The Design Social for some drawings for a listed building consent application. Barnaby was very knowledgeable and made the whole process easy. Drawings completed in a timely manner and the application went through without a hitch.…

Ibraheem Mohammad left us a review on Google for the work we did on his house: “We are very happy to have chosen Design social as Barnaby is very approachable. I could contact him anytime I needed to and ask as many questions as I had. The builder too was very impressed with the drawings.”…

Jeff March left us a glowing review on Google for the planning application we did for alterations to his listed building. This included the insertion of some new windows and doors and a new roof-light. This allowed Jeff to have a larger kitchen and a new en suite for the master bedroom. “Design Social gave…

James Boulden left us a glowing review on CheckaTrade, Google and Yell for the building regulations work we did for him. “Extremely professional yet friendly service provided. Good clear communication for fees and site visits. Full of ideas which we would never have thought of. Understandable clear plans provided along with calculations for supporting wall…

Trevor Hutton left us a review on Google and CheckaTrade for the building regulations we worked out for him: “The DS guys discussed the job with me over the phone and confirmed it was the sort of thing they could cover. They visited at the the arranged time and comprehensively surveyed the house and listened…

Colin left us a review on Google for our work on his wrap around extension, saying: “Knowledgeable, approachable and very helpful. Quick to respond to any queries. Kept us informed throughout the process. Would definitely recommend.” To learn more about this intriguing project, click here.

Georgia Lamb left us a review for our work on Google. “Would highly recommend the design social! Really friendly and professional and really happy with our results. Barnaby brought loads of great ideas to the table and was very flexible in changing these to meet our vision. Really good communication throughout and after whilst waiting…

Paul left us a review on Google, and Yell. “Barnaby helped me with some complex heritage planning requirements for a project on a Grade 2 listed building. I found him pleasant to work with, straight forward, willing to be flexible and he delivered good quality work and set realistic expectations about the planning process.” To…

Steve McIntyre left us a review on Google, CheckaTrade and Yell. “We were looking to convert our detached garage to an annex for an elderly parent. Barnaby visited us at our home to discuss our requirements and look at our existing accommodation and how we used the garage space. He produced some detailed and easy…

James left us a review on Checkatrade “Barnaby Robinson from The Design Social came as arranged to look at the premises and submitted his drawings on time and to a high standard. They are now in with the Planning committee of Harborough Council and we await their decision. Barnaby was very pleasant efficient and explained…

Steve McIntyre left us a review on Google, CheckaTrade and Yell. “The Design Social were very helpful throughout the process of building my website, understood the brief and put up with my pedantic changes over a period without any complaints, they were also very quick to respond to emails and requests for updates during the…

Sue Roberts left us a review on Google. “The Design Social team designed a new cattery for us. We wanted to build an eco friendly building using ground screws rather than a massive concrete slab and the team did the research for us and provided a design that went through planning with no problems. We…

Mark left us a review on Checkatrade “Barnaby listened carefully to our needs and gave suggestions. He did not stop the design process until we were completely satisfied.” To find out more about this project, click here!

Emma left us a review on Checkatrade “Barnaby was so friendly and open to suggestions and provided drawings really quickly – happy to meet with our builder to look at alternative suggestions for the design and incorporate our wishes into the design. Would definitely use again.” To find out more about this project, click here!

George left us a review on Checkatrade “I requested plans for an extension to my kitchen from the design social. Barnaby and the team were extremely helpful and helped answer any questions raised. I also had zoom meetings with Barnaby to update me on the stages of the planning, which I found extremely helpful as…

Mr Beards left us a review on Checkatrade “Barnaby was great and a great architect”

Tony Parker has left us a review on Checkatrade “A very professional prompt service”

Suresh left us a review on Checkatrade and Google for our work on his project “Barnaby was courteous and kind in all our meetings. He provided clear emails and took the time to meet with me several times to help explain what I did not fully understand. The best part was we clicked well together…

Greg Wykes left us a review on Checkatrade “They carried out all the work needed for a successful planning application, I would never have managed this without them.” If you would like to read more about this project, click here

After Steve submitted his first planning application for the design of his house, he decided to change the design and resubmit it through us. This is what his wife Katie had to say after our work with them. “Barnaby has provided excellent service so far. He’s been patient with us, despite my changing my mind…