“Having never employed an architect before, we were anxious about how our project would be handled by a professional used to dealing with much bigger developments and more expansive budgets. However, we were reassured by Giles Arthur’s knowledgeable approach to our complicated problem and grateful for his patience in dealing with a pair of property renovation novices.

He suggested solutions which we could never have considered and was happy to take the time to explain each step of the process.

Giles Arthur’s involvement has given us confidence in progressing our plans and considerably eased our concerns about what is possible, and affordable.”

Mr & Mrs Bradshaw, Lesbury

“Giles Architecture have been brilliant in helping us realise the potential of our self build design. With Giles’ input, we have developed the concept into something we hadn’t imagined and can’t wait to build. Ever professional and takes time to understand our brief, we’ve no hesitation in recommending his services.”

David Baker – Chartered Building Engineer, Dunstan

“Giles helped us to assess the potential of several building plots before we managed to buy the site where we eventually built. We were consistently impressed with his ability to produce creative ideas, particularly on some of the more difficult sites. He took great care to understand our requirements, producing a design and specification which we were able to build within our budget, and which has delivered exactly what we wanted. We are delighted with the result.”

David Oliver, Hexham

“I have instructed Giles Arthur on several listed building projects of varying scales. He has advanced every job with empathy and integrity, yet always applies a sensible injection of pragmatism at every juncture. I am not easily impressed, but Giles successfully impresses me every time.”

Neil Blackwell Brown, Alnmouth

“When I wanted to make a significant alteration to my home Giles Arthur provided a personal service with an imaginative design. He was easily contactable and responsive to my requirements. I was extremely pleased with the final plans. His advice and guidance made the process of obtaining planning approval very straightforward. He provided a high quality and professional service throughout the project.”

Hamish Kilgour, Newton-by-the-Sea

“Having met with a number of architects we immediately felt that Giles Arthur would be the right choice to assist us with our renovation project. He very quickly established the direction we wished to take and came up with a practical and innovative design, that transformed an old cottage into a contemporary home which retains many of the traditional features and charm of the original building. Giles works in a very collaborative way and has always encouraged our input. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional, responding to questions and technical issues, from both ourselves and our building team, very promptly. We would recommend Giles without any hesitation.”

Mr and Mrs Adamson, Warkworth

“During the initial brief and design stage Giles really helped us to figure out what we would like and presented us with some really interesting options, while being very patient as we came to make our choices! We found him approachable at all times and he really listened to what we were after. We are delighted so far and can’t wait to see the project completed. Giles Arthur has been excellent and we would whole heartedly recommend him!”

Hannah Forsyth, Rock Moor, Alnwick, Northumberland

“We have worked with Giles Arthur on several projects over the past decade, both residential and commercial designs. At all times, we feel that Giles listened carefully to our requirements and then presented us with solutions that met these, but also added a design element that ensured the final building both fitted in with and added to the surroundings. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend his services to others.”

Mr and Mrs Maxwell, Doddington Dairy, Wooler