FGH Architectural & Building Design Services
FGH Architectural & Building Design Services
1 Fentonbarns Farm Cottages
North Berwick
EH39 5AN
1 Fentonbarns Farm Cottages
EH39 5AN
07749 491 795
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I’m based and live in the heart of East Lothian with my wife, our crazy spaniel and one big black Lab puppy and incidentally, currently renovating and extending our farm cottage near North Berwick – so stay tuned for updates on that on the website! I have been working with homeowners and businesses for over thirty-five years delivering successful projects in Scotland and beyond. In the early days, I worked primarily on larger commercial projects such as hotels, banks, offices, shopping precincts, public houses, schools, universities, and both farm and industrial buildings, here in the UK and in Europe. Over the years I’ve branched out and taken on numerous residential projects from “A” listed buildings to home extensions and attic conversions where all that experience comes in handy! Today helping folks out with their particular projects is very much what I do and enjoy! At the core though, I am still very much a practice with residential architectural expertise at the fore, providing both friendly and hopefully, knowledgeable information to all my clients.
My Services
My approach from the outset is to offer a full range of architectural services. This means you can unwind, relax, safe in the knowledge that I'll take care of everything for you. Feasibility studies, planning applications, building warrants, construction, and right through to your completed project - I offer a factual one-stop-shop architectural service and pride myself on finding a balance between how the design can be stretched to make the most of an available budget, whilst bringing new ideas to the table.
I am a small practice and charge (if I say so myself) very reasonable rates. There's no charge for a consultation so why not contact me? Drop me a line, call or message. If you need to see any samples of my work or speak with some current clients then I'll be happy to put you in touch.
So if you are feeling a little short on space but don't want to move, I can help you make the most from your home.
My Services
My approach from the outset is to offer a full range of architectural services. This means you can unwind, relax, safe in the knowledge that I'll take care of everything for you. Feasibility studies, planning applications, building warrants, construction, and right through to your completed project - I offer a factual one-stop-shop architectural service and pride myself on finding a balance between how the design can be stretched to make the most of an available budget, whilst bringing new ideas to the table.
I am a small practice and charge (if I say so myself) very reasonable rates. There's no charge for a consultation so why not contact me? Drop me a line, call or message. If you need to see any samples of my work or speak with some current clients then I'll be happy to put you in touch.
So if you are feeling a little short on space but don't want to move, I can help you make the most from your home.
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4.9 out of 5 based on
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5th August 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Graham recently completed plans for our loft extension, working with us on the design right through to the planning consent and building warrant being issued.
Graham is very experienced & professional, but also a lovely man to deal with and 100% reliable.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend FGH.
Graham is very experienced & professional, but also a lovely man to deal with and 100% reliable.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend FGH.
Jo Evans
6th July 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Graham was very helpful and easy to work with, he helped us move our project along and kept us up to date. I would definitely recommend him for architectural work.
3rd July 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Our builder recommended Graham. We live in a conservation area and we felt confident he had great experience in what is required. He called at our home and explained the process and we asked him to draw up plans for replacement windows and front wall. He kept us informed throughout the process albeit a lengthy period due to ELC employees working from home. We now have permission granted and if the need arose for further plans we would definitely use Graham again.
Angela Auld
11th June 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Graham was a pleasure to work with, extremely professional, courteous and knowledgeable. Despite our garage conversion being a relatively straightforward project he treated with exceptional focus and was always happy to answer any questions, always quick to respond too. Would certainly recommend.
Rick Allison
9th June 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Graham did all the architectural work on a total renovation of my house. He listened to all of my ideas then made something really awesome. He also got me through the whole quagmire of listed building and other consents. I've already recommended him to other folks, including my folks, and would definitely work with him on the next project.
Ali Floyd
20th May 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Graham from FGH Architectural & Building Design Services was prompt and courteous. Surveyed my property and explained to my wife and I exactly what was required and this included what preferences we wished to include.
The whole process was within a reasonable time and he kept in touch throughout.
Would have no doubts in recommending him. Unable to attach a photo as this was for planning permission, which has been granted and awaiting builders to attend.
The whole process was within a reasonable time and he kept in touch throughout.
Would have no doubts in recommending him. Unable to attach a photo as this was for planning permission, which has been granted and awaiting builders to attend.
Tom French
20th May 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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I highly recommend FGH Architectural Design. Graham is an experienced architectural designer who you can trust. I can't thank him enough for the help and advice he gave me.
I found the planning process daunting but with Graham's expertise and knowledge I was reassured and my planning permission was granted.
I found the planning process daunting but with Graham's expertise and knowledge I was reassured and my planning permission was granted.
F.Crombie
29th April 2021Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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We were recommended to Graham Humpage of FGH Architectural & Building Design Services. He was quick to respond to our intitial inquiry and came for a site visit, and quickly offered very helpful suggestions to put our very hazy plan in place. He took care of the whole planning process and structural reports. We finally have planning consent and can now begin the build process. It has been a very easy process with Graham overseeing everything so far.
J&L Marshall
26th October 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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I had occasion recently to seek some professional advice from Graham Humpage of FGH Architectural & Building Design Services.
Mr Humpage attended my home for a site visit exactly as arranged after having been earlier sent some drawings to bring him up to date on my proposals and save time on site. He is clearly very experienced and knowledgeable in domestic building work from the design, Building Regulations, financial and legal aspects and immediately understood what I was trying to achieve.
He was able to give me excellent advice, which will allow me to proceed to the next stage of my building project, and also suggested some useful improvements to my proposals.
From my own experience, and from other work he is currently undertaking for my family, I have no hesitation in recommending FGH as an outstanding architectural and building company whom I would happily entrust with any architectural project.
Mr Humpage attended my home for a site visit exactly as arranged after having been earlier sent some drawings to bring him up to date on my proposals and save time on site. He is clearly very experienced and knowledgeable in domestic building work from the design, Building Regulations, financial and legal aspects and immediately understood what I was trying to achieve.
He was able to give me excellent advice, which will allow me to proceed to the next stage of my building project, and also suggested some useful improvements to my proposals.
From my own experience, and from other work he is currently undertaking for my family, I have no hesitation in recommending FGH as an outstanding architectural and building company whom I would happily entrust with any architectural project.
Dr James Floyd
24th August 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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FGH has now designed several of our projects. Graham helped to design an attic conversion to our small 1 bedroom listed property in North Berwick with the addition of french doors and recently designed an extension and garage to our current property. In both instances FGH applied for planning permission and building warrant on our behalf.
All of the work has been most satisfactory and all work carried out to a high standard.
We are very happy with all the work FGH has carried out and would highly recommend Graham.
All of the work has been most satisfactory and all work carried out to a high standard.
We are very happy with all the work FGH has carried out and would highly recommend Graham.
Mr L Lamb
16th April 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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Graham designed an extension to our house and a redesign of the interior. He also applied for planning permission and building warrant on our behalf.
He has carried out all the work to our expectations and handled the permissions from the local authority timeously and to our satisfaction.
We are very happy with all the work to date and very happy to highly recommend Graham.
He has carried out all the work to our expectations and handled the permissions from the local authority timeously and to our satisfaction.
We are very happy with all the work to date and very happy to highly recommend Graham.
Duncan Hendry
6th April 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Graham at FGH came highly recommended and we are so glad we chose him as architectural designer and consultant for the (extensive!) work we're doing on our home, namely a rear extension, dormer windows and moving internal walls to allow for improvements to a staircase and rooms. The design itself involved a fair amount of troubleshooting and we were open to suggestions, which Graham was willing and able to provide. He clearly takes a lot of pleasure and pride in his work, drawing on a great deal of experience and interest in our unique requirements for our property.
Graham has provided continuous support through communications with the East Lothian Council planning office, and to the contractors working from his drawings. We have loved working with Graham and wouldn't hesitate to do so again, or to recommend him to anyone else looking for the right people to work with during such an exciting yet challenging time!
Graham has provided continuous support through communications with the East Lothian Council planning office, and to the contractors working from his drawings. We have loved working with Graham and wouldn't hesitate to do so again, or to recommend him to anyone else looking for the right people to work with during such an exciting yet challenging time!
Sophie Coats
29th March 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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Work: Internal alterations and extension to my home
Graham was the only architectural designer (out of 4) I contacted who essentially looked at my design suggestion and offered other possibilities that would expand the practical use and flow of my home. After speaking with him he visited my home, discussed my budget, family requirements for the design and importantly, the way that I wanted the house to personally work for me. The sketches he produced absolutely amazed me and afforded the confidence for me to go through into the planning and building proposal with him. He is a very welcoming and knowledgeable person who goes that extra mile to satisfy and placate his clients. Graham dealt with everything, right through the liaison with council planning and building warrant applications, helping me choose the right builder, carrying out extra work to satisfy the requirements of the council planning officer (at no extra cost) and visiting me whilst works were undertaken. Thanks again for your brilliant work, your experience, and new fresh understanding ideas. Kirsty”
Graham was the only architectural designer (out of 4) I contacted who essentially looked at my design suggestion and offered other possibilities that would expand the practical use and flow of my home. After speaking with him he visited my home, discussed my budget, family requirements for the design and importantly, the way that I wanted the house to personally work for me. The sketches he produced absolutely amazed me and afforded the confidence for me to go through into the planning and building proposal with him. He is a very welcoming and knowledgeable person who goes that extra mile to satisfy and placate his clients. Graham dealt with everything, right through the liaison with council planning and building warrant applications, helping me choose the right builder, carrying out extra work to satisfy the requirements of the council planning officer (at no extra cost) and visiting me whilst works were undertaken. Thanks again for your brilliant work, your experience, and new fresh understanding ideas. Kirsty”
Mrs C. McKenzie
25th March 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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Graham at FGH came highly recommended to us.
We had a specific project regarding our New Town basement flat . Graham provided technical advise, support in realizing our project and dealt with all the Council Systems, processes and rules.
We were more than happy with the results and have no hesitation in recommending Graham at FGH.
We had a specific project regarding our New Town basement flat . Graham provided technical advise, support in realizing our project and dealt with all the Council Systems, processes and rules.
We were more than happy with the results and have no hesitation in recommending Graham at FGH.
Geoffrey Pople
20th March 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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From the beginning Graham understood our vision and needs and where we differed, was quick in offering advice and creating a workable solution for us. A very friendly, personable approach was appreciated by my husband and I to make the whole process of designing, planning, building warrant/permit, etc very easy and straight forward. We have subsequently used Graham for other advice and services and would highly recommend Graham and FGH.
Mr & Mrs J Egerton
17th March 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £25,000+
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Graham came highly recommended from a close friend and didn’t disappoint. Graham was very patient and helpful right from the start listening and providing input to what we thought were impossible ideas. Milestones and proof of concepts were provided as and when promised. In all, it was a great start to our journey. Graham also recommended other individuals for specific parts of the project which have turned out well. Once work is completed, we will have Graham round for another dinner to celebrate.
Sergio Angelucci
16th March 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1001 - £5000
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Architectural drawings for the renovation of a kitchen including removal of a wall and drawings for a loft conversion. All necessary paper work and contact with Building Control was undertaken by FGH Architectural and Building Services on our behalf, as well as consultation with the builders.
Jane Muir
16th March 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £1 - £1000
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Very satisfied with the drawings submitted on several accasions cannott fault this company very relaible would recomend to anyone.
Stuart james campbell
16th March 2020Value of Products/Services or Work Performed: £5001 - £25,000
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FGH provided me with a detailed breakdown of what was required in terms of architectural design and building completion.
From start to finish I was kept informed of all the stages and this made the process easy, we most definitely ended up with the WOW factor on the finished job.
If you are looking for a hands on designer with a bit of imagination and flair this definitely ticks that box.
We have recommended FGH on many occasions to family and friends .
David
From start to finish I was kept informed of all the stages and this made the process easy, we most definitely ended up with the WOW factor on the finished job.
If you are looking for a hands on designer with a bit of imagination and flair this definitely ticks that box.
We have recommended FGH on many occasions to family and friends .
David
David Syme