I’m Matthew Swinhoe, a RIBA-chartered architect and director of ZRP Architects, a small design-led practice based in Clerkenwell. I have 17 years’ post-qualification experience and personally lead our projects from the first ideas through planning, technical design and construction.
We specialise in transforming London homes through thoughtful remodelling, extensions, lofts and complex basement projects. Our work combines strong, site-specific design with a practical understanding of construction, budgets and the realities of delivering ambitious projects.
Every house and client is different. Our aim is to find the solution that makes the best use of the property, adds lasting value and feels genuinely individual.
Expertise
Loft conversions, Kitchens, Sustainable design, Joinery design, Extensions, Planning applications, Re-planning / Internal alterations, New builds, Accessible design
THE PLANS PROVIDED HAVE ALWAYS BEEN IMAGINATIVE AND THE FINISHED CONCEPT VERY PLEASING
ON ALL OCCASIONS I HAVE FOUND HIM AND HIS COMPANY VERY PROFESSIONAL, EFFICIENT, EXTREMELY APPROACHABLE, RESPONSIVE, AND ABLE TO DEAL QUICKLY WITH THE VARIATIONS THAT OCCUR DURING CONSTRUCTION.
THEY HAVE ALWAYS WORKED WITHIN THE COSTS WHICH THEY ADVISED BEFORE COMMENCEMENT
IN FUTURE I WILL USE [THEM] FOR ANY WORK THAT I CARRY OUT AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO HESITATION IN RECOMENDING MATTHEW AND HIS COMPANY
Architect
Level of experience
5+ years experience
Registered architect
Yes
Location
Islington, London
Distance preference
10 miles
Company type:
Practice
Preferred project Budget
£200,000 - £500,000+
We had an excellent consultation with Matthew. He provided us with lots of clear and helpful information and was quick to respond to our numerous queries. Although we have now had to put our project on hold, I’ve no doubt that we would have enjoyed an excellent working relationship with Matthew.