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Top Rated Residential Architects in London
Looking for a residential architect in London to help with your extension, loft conversion, refurbishment, or new build? On Design for Me, we connect homeowners with trusted, ARB-registered and RIBA-chartered architects across Greater London. Whether you live in a Victorian terrace in Islington, a semi-detached in Walthamstow, or a modern flat in Canary Wharf, we’ll help you find the right professional for your project – free of charge.

George – Residential architect in Hackney, East London
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Reviews: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (10+ reviews)


Liam – Architect in Richmond, South West London
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Reviews: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (10+ reviews)
“Liam is a true professional who is able to quickly asses the requirements of the owner and create something beyond their expectations. He is very experienced and handled the planning permission process with ease. He is incredibly organised and efficient and has been amazing to work with.” ★★★★★
“We consulted with over 5 architects and Liam was clearly a cut above the rest… From the onset, he provided us with hundreds of great ideas whilst sticking to the brief that we provided to him. His vast knowledge and experience is apparent, from the small details to the wider picture (and helping us to stick within budget), we felt we were in safe hands with Liam. On a personal level, we found him very likable and easy to work with – and this makes it so much easier, especially when it’s your own home! We would not hesitate to engage Liam with any work we plan to do in the future.” ★★★★★


Laura – Architect in Lewisham, South East London
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Reviews: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (10+ reviews)
“Laura is an excellent architect who goes above and beyond expectations and delivers great service. She is creative, extremely diligent, friendly and she provided a variety of options for my double rear extension. From the beginning, she laid out all the steps required to get the project approved and liaised with all the required parties. When she came onsite, we went through the best options for us in terms of layout, budget and our requirements for the space.” ★★★★★
“Contacted Laura for a potential full renovation of a 2-bed flat in London (re-designing interior layout, up to RIBA 4 stage, etc.). Since our first exchange, Laura stood up from the crowd as being extremely competent, professional, dedicated, thorough/meticolous and very organised/structured.” ★★★★★


Hugh and Catrina – Architects in East London
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Reviews: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8 reviews)
“Hugh and his team were really amazing to work with. They really understood what we were trying to do (even when we didn’t!), and came to each meeting with a tonne of creative and innovative ideas for the structure, materials, and the overall feel of the project. They were extremely responsive throughout, offering clear and sensible advice for each step of the process. My wife and I were totally newbies to the whole enterprise of designing and building something like this, but Hugh remained entirely unflappable, patient, and good-humoured. He and his team were an utter joy to work with, and the end results are just fantastic. Couldn’t be happier.” ★★★★★
“There is a very good reason Hugh was shortlisted in 2019 as one of RIBAJ Rising Star. His understanding and enthusiasm for my project gave me hope that my dream could become a reality even on a very tight budget. He shared with me a wealth of information which will enable me to take the first step towards realising my dream. I look forward to the finish product, hopefully in a very near future.” ★★★★★


Patrick – Architect in Newham
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Reviews: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (10 reviews)
“Having Patrick as our architect was a huge asset to our project – thoughtful, thorough and always generous with his time. Patrick assisted us from inception all the way through our build and was always on hand to impart his knowledge and guide us through the process (as well as through several small crises !). Our project was a full refurb of a dilapidated victorian semi-detached & rear extension. Patrick was able to advise on the numerous building regs we had to meet as well as helped us to achieve the maximum energy efficiency rating our property can get through thoughtful integration of insulation and other features. Patrick always took time to listen to our needs and offer feedback and suggestions on how it could be met. We are immensely happy with the outcome and have a home we are both really proud of and know will last for years and years – thanks Patrick for all your help !” ★★★★★
“We chose Patrick to be the architect for our project in 2019. Of all the architects we shortlisted, we felt that Patrick had the clearest understanding of the brief, producing a clear and detailed initial specification. Patrick’s further qualities became apparent throughout the planning and building process. This included helping us choose a suitable builder, submission of and adjustment to planning documentation, as well as close and regular liaison with us and the builder, both before, during and after completion of the build. Patrick’s friendly and adaptable attitude and his thorough attention to detail throughout helped smooth potential difficulties and ensure that we ended up with an end product with which we are delighted.” ★★★★★

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Planning Permission in London
Many London homes fall under conservation areas or are listed buildings, which means stricter planning rules. Our architects regularly handle applications with borough councils across London, including Camden, Hackney, Islington, Kensington & Chelsea, and beyond.
Read our guide to planning permission in conservation areas →
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion in London?
Many loft conversions fall under permitted development, but in conservation areas or for flats, you’ll likely need full planning consent.
How much does an architect in London cost?
Fees vary but often range from 7–15% of the construction cost for full services. Some offer fixed fees for smaller projects like kitchen extensions. See our full article here, which has been updated with real-world cost data from the architects on Design for Me.
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“George was extremely professional and helpful. I was impressed with his knowledge, and he went to great lengths to give me the best advice. Would highly recommend.” ★★★★★
“George is a lovely guy, and took the time to come and look around our new house to suggest ways of making its unusual layout make more sense. Very smart, very knowledgeable and very pleasant. Recommended!” ★★★★★
“Extremely thoughtful and insightful architect. He has a lot of information and is happy to share with you.” ★★★★★