Excellence in Design, Integrity in Practice
At Hollins Architects, Surveyors & Planning Consultants, we take pride in our rich history of providing exceptional architectural, building surveying, and planning services to our valued clients. Established over 35 years ago, our experienced team has consistently delivered innovative and practical design solutions that cater to our clients' specific needs while remaining sympathetic to the surrounding environment.
Our Expertise
Our team's collective expertise spans a wide range of building projects, from initial advice through to practical completion. We have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, resulting in an excellent depth of knowledge that covers residential extensions, new build residential projects, barn and historic building conversions, listed buildings, and conservation areas. Additionally, we have a strong track record of delivering solutions for commercial and public amenity buildings, educational institutions, and sports and leisure facilities.
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services to cater to our clients' diverse needs. Our services include building design, feasibility studies, planning advice, applications, and appeals, structural surveys, land surveys, building surveys, project management, construction (Design and Management) Regulations, acting as CDM Co-ordinator, building disputes, repair and maintenance specifications, building regulation applications, party wall notices, boundary disputes, listed building extensions and repairs, and RIBA/RICS Inspection and Certification for self-build houses.
Our Strengths
One of our major strengths is working within the education sector, delivering solutions for both private and public schools, including new classroom blocks, dormitories, and sports hall facilities. Our in-house team combines traditional drawing techniques with the latest computer design technology to produce the best results for every aspect of each project. We also have excellent relationships with a number of specialist technical consultants, whom we liaise with as required.
Our Philosophy
At Hollins Architects, Surveyors & Planning Consultants, we believe that "All fine architectural values are human values, else not valuable." - Frank Lloyd Wright. We are committed to providing design solutions that not only meet but exceed our clients' expectations, while remaining mindful of our responsibility to the environment and the community.
Disappointment and Frustration
One reviewer, Carolyn Godfrey, was thoroughly disappointed with their experience with Hollins, giving them a rating of 1 star. She expressed her frustration that the company failed to listen to the clients' brief, which is a critical aspect of any building project. This lack of attention to detail led to a subpar outcome, leaving the client unhappy and disappointed.
Exceptional Attention to Detail
On the other hand, IDSystems Glass Innovations had a positive experience with Hollins, giving them a 5-star rating. They had the opportunity to work with Clive, Rob, and the team on multiple projects, both directly and through contractors. They praised the company's attention to detail, noting that the finished projects always looked incredible. The team at Hollins demonstrated exceptional skills and dedication, resulting in outstanding outcomes.
