Testimonials
“Their clever design and attention to detail added significantly to the value of the finished property and we could never have achieved this on our own.
“We used Paul Testa Architecture to help us remodel a tired 1930’s house with lots of small dark rooms into a stunning bright and airy modern home.
“Their vision was fantastic, adding a full height front extension to bring the stairs out of the central footprint, creating extra space and bringing light to the previously dark front spaces. This created a full height entrance hall and helped give us two extra rooms in a previously small attic space.
“Internally, they tied all the spaces together with clever design features giving us a house where every space is used and the house is quite literally a joy to live in!
“They persuaded us to invest in making the external envelope as air tight and well insulated as possible and fit an MVHR system. Initially we were very skeptical but are now delighted with the thermal performance of the house both in summer and winter.
“They were thoroughly professional throughout dealing positively and practically with the inevitable challenges along the way. Our contractor had never done anything like this before and they supported him technically when necessary.”
Stewart, Oakham
“They’re quick, efficient, insightful, creative, and a pleasure to deal with.
“I had the pleasure of commissioning Paul Testa Architecture to undertake design and planning work on a residential project.
“They grasp client concepts quickly and find the very best solutions. Very happy to recommend Paul Testa Architecture as a great architect to work with!”
Mark, Tutbury
“Paul Testa Architecture are very professional, have great ideas & are willing to listen to their clients.
“We are so happy with the finished result of our extension & loft conversion & wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them (and have done!).”
Lou & Jon, Norwich
“One of the most proactive architect companies I have had work for me over the last 20 years.
“I would recommend them without hesitation.”
Andrew, Stocksbridge
“The team were very professional, courteous, and respectful in the way in which they conducted their business with me.
“I was consulted throughout the design process; and encouraged to share my views on their designs and if there were areas where I couldn’t understand the architecture-related jargon, the team afforded me the time to clarify it in terms I could relate to. It has been an enjoyable experience and since the planning application has been approved, I look forward to a new adventure ahead where I know I’ll be in safe hands!
“Thank you again for your hard work in helping me achieve planning approval! A very happy client!”
Kate, Sheffield
“I can honestly say working with Paul and his team is truly fabulous.
“I’ve worked with Paul on a number of occasions and his approach on delivering a quality, sustainable build is second to none. He is pragmatic and skilled when detailing a very complex airtight build solution, this makes for ease of installation on site and in turn makes for a better home for his clients.
“His designs are beautiful and practical and the detailed working information is clear and comprehensive. I can highly recommend Paul Testa and his team of highly skilled architects.”
Terry Huggett, Terry Huggett Developments, Mexborough
“They produced amazing plans factoring in lots of storage without feeling like there was any loss in floor space.
“Paul Testa Architecture took their time in ensuring the design for our extension fitted all our requirements.
“Their knowledge is astounding and the plans allow for each room to have lots of light and make the most of the views. They liaised with planning to ensure there was no loss to our vision but ensuring all planning requirements in a difficult county (Cotswold) were met.”
Clare, Moreton-in-Marsh
“We have already recommended PTA without qualification to other people looking for architects and designers, and will continue to do so.
“When we relocated from London to the Sheffield area, our aim was a future-proofed sustainable retirement home – full of light, warm, economic and easy to live in. On the basis of PTA’s website and meeting Paul, we had no hesitation in engaging them to design and project manage the work on a bungalow with stunning views of the Peak District, but in need of refurbishment and remodelling. We are now in a house that more than meets our aims and exceeds our expectations, and we are very happy. Dug Wilder’s pictures speak for themselves.
“Throughout the work, we had a close and very positive working relationship with PTA, which was genuinely two-way.
“PTA’s knowledge and expertise were essential in delivering the final result. Maximising the light and views, use of space, making the building warm, healthy and a pleasure to live in. The spaces both inside and out are designed to both look good and make movement and access very easy now and in the future. We were also fortunate to have a good builder, Terry Huggett Developments, working closely with PTA as project manager.
“Much of the good design is summed up in the living room main window and box seat – economically enlarging an existing window space, and transforming it into one of the centre pieces of the building, both visually and functionally. Young and old are drawn to it, they love it.
“PTA’s contribution was not just about the big issues of thermal efficiency; it is a well-designed space, a warm and healthy building that is also future-proofed.
“They were very helpful in navigating us through the different stages of the build – design, tender, contract, completion. They also dealt with the planning permission process for a building that was in a Conservation Zone, and a few hundred metres from the National Park boundary. They helped in the process of cutting some costs, without compromising any of the essentials, when the initial tenders came in over our budget. They suggested possible options and this including calculating the effect on thermal efficiency of each potential cut, which was invaluable in the decision process.
“During the works, we were not physically close to the site but we remained in good contact throughout the different stages, in addition to the regular site meetings PTA organised. We always found them very approachable, helpful and responsive.
“PTA’s collaborative approach was not just with us or Terry Huggett Developments. They work with like-minded professionals in the S1 Design Collective, who provided our structural engineer and garden/landscape designer. A very good, additional service.
“From our own experience, we can fully vouchsafe for the information on the PTA website about their values and approach, design ethos and their services – they are and do what they say. Most importantly, they have been essential in helping to deliver for us our new home, which more than speaks for itself and is the best possible recommendation.”
John and Jean, Bolsterstone