Michael Collins Architect LLP

Michael was a legend from start to finish. Our home is in a conservation area with a number of tough restrictions that were tricky to navigate. Fortunately, Michael had a lot of experience with this and drew up a visual essay that explained to the planners why what we were trying to do with our home would be in line with the architectural dialect of the neighbourhood. He was also excellent at hearing what my wife and I needed and at putting our needs through the sieve of reality as he made his drawings. He produced exceptionally detailed drawings for our project and championed these drawings as the project got built up. He was very very thorough and supported us throughout the entire process. We simply cannot recommend him enough.
Sep 11th, 2020

Michael took on the tall task of helping us design and build our new and improved plant based health food cafe in Hitchin Herts in a listed building. He was incredible at listening to everything that was important to me and everything that needed to be included. From this he created something functional, and incredibly eye catching. His work is always detailed and thorough, very fast and efficient and he is always available to talk through any queries you have! His knowledge is extremely vast when it comes to listed buildings and planning of any sort. I would highly recommend Michael and hope I get to use his services again on future projects. Thank you for helping us from start to the very finish on our epic achievement. Lucy and Dan Fisher
Jul 21st, 2019

We cannot recommend Michael highly enough. We had purchased our first property in a conservation area and it needed to be entirely refurbished. He knew exactly what to do with the space and his sympathy for the scale and period of the house managed that difficult line between creating something interesting and light and contemporary that suited us, while still maintaining a relationship with the existing building and restoring the lovely touches that made it a period home. But it was his practical and thorough approach to the project that we were especially grateful for as new homeowners. He explained each step of the process to us, worked through budgets and timetables, helped with the tendering and our meeting with the conservation officer and handed off an incredibly detailed set of plans to the builders that we used as a bible for the duration of the build. There was no detail too small and he was really committed to getting the project completed to the highest standard possible. His enthusiasm and positive contributions during the build were really what kept us going at points and kept the project on track. Its obvious that he has a real passion for what he does and getting that kind of energy and drive on a project is so important.
Oct 24th, 2018

Michael worked on designing an extension for us and obtaining planning permission which was contentious as we live in a conservation area. Lots of others had been rejected by planners so his expertise was invaluable. The design was also different to the norm with some additions that sets it apart, whilst working within our budgets. He also brought together the professional team for us to allow us to cost and progress the works in a timely and cost effective manner. I'd highly recommend him.
Sep 30th, 2018

We are really pleased with our new extension Michael helped us achieve. It has really transformed our living area and weve ended up with quite an impressive space. We would highly recommend Michael to any of our friends planning to extend or modify their homes. We wanted to extend our living room at the back of our house, single storey, to create a more usable living area. Having a light and airy space that didnt look out of place with the current build was important to us, as well as working with a moderate budget. With Michaels knowledge, passion for quality design and materials, this is exactly what we got. Michael was a pleasure to work with and supportive throughout the build.
Aug 9th, 2017