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The Design Social

9.83/10

Leicester

Checkatrade member since July 2020
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Public liability insurance is unverified

Services

  • 3D Architectural Models
  • Architectural Drawings
  • Architectural Technician
  • Planning Consultants
  • Planning / Design
  • Technical Drawing

Customer Reviews

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9.83 /10

Based on 18 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.82

Reliability

9.94

Communication

9.76

Reviews (114)

  • 10

    Excellent Personable Services through balance of technology and human ingenuity

    Posted 1 day ago

    The Design Social has been outstanding and professional. Barnaby has a personal touch in him visiting the site, while also making good balance of effective technology to take you through the journey. He advised on pros and cons of designs, ensuring our concerns are addressed. The pragmatic approach in handling our project ensured that the designs and approvals were timely. I would highly reccomend their services due to the great value I experienced.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: LE12
  • Joe N
    10

    extension design

    Posted 23 July

    We used Design Social to help us design our side extension, and Barnaby was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Even when unexpected hurdles came our way, he kept us at ease, communicated everything clearly, and resolved issues as quickly as possible. He understood our deadlines and met every single one of them, making the whole process feel smooth and stress-free. Barnaby was incredibly understanding and came up with ideas and design solutions that we hadn’t even considered. We ended up choosing several of his suggestions, and we’re so glad we did—they’ve made the design even better than we originally imagined. We have another project planned in a few months, and we won’t hesitate to use Design Social again. We would highly recommend Barnaby and the team to anyone looking for a professional, creative, and reliable architectural design service.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CV23
  • 10

    Great service - highly recommend!

    Posted 07 July

    Barnaby and the team were great. Very helpful and transparent throughout!
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: LU6
  • 10

    Fast and reliable - 100% recommend.

    Posted 29 June

    Spoke with Barnaby via email and over the phone. Always got back to me quickly and nothing was too much trouble! Discussed the project in ways that made it easy for a layman to understand. We were working to a tight schedule and this was not a problem. Price was reasonable when compared to competitors. Would 100% recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CV11
  • 9.33

    Architectural services.

    Posted 12 May

    Barnaby from The Design Social has supported us with our project from design, to approval with planning, building regulations application, and party wall agreement. He has been informative throughout the process. Getting the project approved initially, a hurdle which he overcame, liasing with planning approvers and updating us along the way. An all round excellent service provided up untill now, and we can finally start our project. I believe there is always room for improvement in any business for me I would have liked communication to be more efficient, however professionalism prevails.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: LE9
  • 10

    Excellent service for planning application.

    Posted 04 May

    I have no hesitation in recommending Barnaby Robinson and his team at The Design Social. His professionalism and expert knowledge were evident from the very first phone call. He took away all the stress I have previously encountered when making a planning application. He dealt easily with unexpected request and additional information needed by the local authority, because we live in a 300 year old, locally listed cottage. The whole service was excellent from start to finish
    Job location: DY6

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Barnaby Robinson

Ltd Company

6 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

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Hello, I'm Barnaby, the proud owner of The Design Social.


A little about us

With many happy and returning customers over the last 25 years, you can be sure of being well looked after. Our aim is to provide a stress-free project, delivered in a way that I'm comfortable will exceed your expectations.


We work with a small team of trusted colleagues who communicate and work well together.


Our customers are used to the outstanding quality of projects we complete. We create truly bespoke masterpieces that will last our customers many years.

Our approach is simple, your ideas get the attention they deserve & you only pay for what & who you need. Whether in architecture, planning applications or interior design, you will see those ideas evolve through each stage of their development until we have something individually tailored to you & your requirements.

The Design Social was founded in 2010 & is headed by Barnaby & Sally Robinson.


Main services Provided

But not limited to:

• Planning Applications

• Building Design

• Extension Drawings

• Conversions & Renovations

• Interior Layout Design

• Building regulations

• Party wall notices



Any services that you require not listed above, please enquire today to see how we can help you.


Availability

We offer a 24/7 service. You're welcome to contact our team at a time that suits you.

If you can't get through to us for any reason, please leave a message, and a colleague will get right back to you. (Please leave your phone number in the voicemail)


Thank you for taking the time to consider our company’s profile. I look forward to hearing from you.


Barnaby

The Design Social


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