Bespoke Residential Architecture

New to the area I looked at the website of Cutler Arch and spoke to the boss. I explained our need (having just bought a property in the area which required substantial renovation). That conversation in itself transformed our worries into hope and ultimately led to completion of a very successful contract. Throughout the process we were challenged to think outside our comfort zone, not having done this before, and were so thrilled we followed advice on practically all suggestions. The team were assembled in very acceptable timeframe and the contract proceeded in a timely manner with attention to detail and communication with ourselves at the highest level at all times. As in any contract when problems occurred they were dealt with very effectively in a friendly and efficient way. The bonus to us was that we also acquired a good friend at the end of the day.

Richard's attention to detail is simply astonishing and his confident approach helps the client to overcome any diversions from simple,functional,elegant design. Thanks to his small,knowledgeable team there is always someone to talk to in the office.Richard works closely with the builder to ensure a calm, workable solution to any difficulties as the build progresses. The end result is a delightful space to live in and exactly the home we needed.Over 5 years,whenever I have told someone I live at Woodsmoke, their face lights up,"oh that lovely house in Benson". The design is timeless.

Throughout history, the relationship between architect and client has always been fraught with problems - clashes of ideas or unrealistic expectations (on both sides) being prominent, but also differences of view as to whom is in charge. We did not experience any such problems with Cutler Architects. We knew the kind of thing we wanted but we lacked the skills and ideas to translate them into a reality. Cutler Architects absorbed our ideas and came back with solutions, but they were not inflexible if we didn't like one detail or another. They were also good at another aspect of an architect, which is to manage liaison with the builder. In fact our only real complaint was that they do get busy because clients obviously like them.

We selected Richard to design and build our family home, with the practices clear passion for Arts and Crafts, I believe this passion has given us a unique home. The whole experience start to finish has been a masterclass, Richard expertly guided us through the design process and oversaw the build itself to ensure his vision was executed! Visitors to the house are always surprised this is a new build. And ten years on, there are parts of the house that still take our breath away and other parts that “work” really hard. Thank you Richard and team.